CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Reporting directly to the Superintendent, the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) serves on the Executive Leadership Team and provides close advisement to the Superintendent and executive leadership around major initiatives regarding human capital management to support students Primary functions include hiring, retention, talent acquisition, compensation, classification, employee services, risk management, benefits, professional growth systems, working with recognized employee associations, continuous systems improvement and human resources information systems. The Chief Human Resources Officer, implements directives of the Superintendent, manages special projects on behalf of the Superintendent and represents the Superintendent before groups and individuals both internally and externally. The CHRO oversees administrative Human Resources operations to achieve the educational goals of WCSD including support for the implementation of instructional and non-instructional initiatives of the District. Incumbent performs related work as required.

Chief Human Resources Officer Full-time, Position 250 Day Position Leadership Team Annual Salary: $129,500 Salaries are subject to adjustment and may increase and decrease each fiscal year. Deadline: April 1, 2018 Posted: March 12, 2018

OVERSEES THE FOLLOWING DEPARTMENTS

· Talent Acquisition

· Employee Services and compensation

· Professional Growth Systems

· Risk Management

EXEMPLARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Serves as a member of the Superintendent's Leadership Team; plans, organizes, develops and directs the implementation of goals, objectives and procedures for the Office of Human Resources. Acts as a problem solver/mediator for high level concerns that rise the level of the Superintendent.

Participates in the development and implementation of the District's Strategic Plan and programs as a strategic partner, particularly from the perspective of the impact on people. Evaluates and advises on the impact of long-range planning of new programs/strategies and regulatory action as those items impact the attraction, recruitment, screening, orientation, licensing, motivation, development, and retention of employees.

Assures efficient and high-quality delivery of services through the coordination of all Office of Human Resources departments; regularly obtains feedback from administrators, other district staff, members of the Board of Trustees, members of the community, and vendors, to continually improve the Office functions and District's processes, to supervise and provide fair and meaningful employee evaluations, including development and monitoring of improvement plans.

Consults and advises top administrators on a wide variety of sensitive personnel issues (e.g. discipline, hiring, promotions, return to work, etc.) for the purpose of assisting in effective decision making and enforcing all relevant laws, policies, procedures and regulations.

Oversees the District's professional growth system for all employees, ensuring fair and transparent processes of evaluation and support are available to employees. Supports supervisors and administrators in evaluation and supervision. Oversees the Peer Assistance and Review (PAR) and teacher Induction programs.

Responsible for the oversight of risk manager and risk management department including the District's health insurance plan, property and liability coverage, wellness program, worker's compensation, Americans with Disabilities Act as Amended (ADAA). Insures district compliance with state OSHA regulations and other federal, state, and local laws.

Responsible for the interpretation of the negotiated agreements of bargaining units. Oversees negotiations with all bargaining units, recommend bargaining goals, researches and responds to requests with regard to collective bargaining process. In conjunction with the Office of General Counsel and Superintendent, may conduct formal meetings regarding grievances, complaints and disciplinary actions to ensure appropriate application of District policies and regulations, compliance with negotiated agreements, and state and federal laws. In consultation with the Superintendent, may conduct or advise on investigations, determines findings and prepares responses to state and federal complaints and individual lawsuits relating to personnel matters.

Represents the Office of Human Resources and serves as its chief spokesperson; represents Human Resources to the media and community groups; makes presentations at meetings of the Board of Trustees, legislative hearings, and other special meetings.

Develops recommendations for compliance with federal and state laws, regulations and the Board of Trustee's policies relating to personnel. Attends and often presents at WCSD Board of Trustee meetings. Serves as a liaison to relevant matters with the Nevada Department of Education, and local college and university; assures that state, federal and local standards and requirements are met.

Provides pertinent information, reports progress, and recommends necessary actions concerning human resources services to the Superintendent.

Provides leadership in collaboration between and among district Departments including (but not limited to) the Office of General Counsel, Office of Accountability, Office of School Leadership, Office of Student Services, Chief of Staff, Chief of Police, and the Grants Department. Fosters collaboration with major constituencies including senior management staff, academic and non-academic staff, associations, business/community partners and the general public.

Responsible for HR operations. Reviews the effectiveness of the Office of Human Resources programs, revises strategy as needed and directs the staff accordingly in order to enhance productivity of personnel and ensuring department/program outcomes are achieved.

Monitors and coordinates communication among Human Resources and Business Services with respect to payroll concerns and position control for all staffing; serves as a resource in resolving staffing issues and concerns.

Establishes and maintains a system of central personnel record keeping for all employees.

Oversees the development of job descriptions for new staff positions and coordinates the periodic review and revision of existing job descriptions.

Oversees the substitute employee program, including selection, training, and evaluation.

Selects, develops, evaluates and leads a team of human resource professionals and support staff.

Prepares, recommends and administers the Office of Human Resources budgets.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Education/Experience: Any combination of education and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:

1. Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resources, Educational Administration, or related field;

AND

2. Equivalent to five (5) years of full-time leadership experience in a comprehensive human resources program including individual accountability for more than one of the following functions: staffing, recruitment and selection; compensation and classification; labor relations; and employee services. Experience in public education desirable.

Knowledge of: Principles, practices, methods, and techniques of leadership, process performance management and supervision; organizational development principles; applicable state and federal employment laws; functions, processes and practice of human resources administration, including staffing, recruitment and selection, compensation, classification, employee services, risk management and benefits; principles of labor relations practices including collective bargaining, progressive discipline and dispute resolution; human resources information systems and automation; principles of continuous systems improvement; and District policies, procedures, goals and standards.

Skill in: Operating office automation equipment and software; providing counseling advice to supervisors and employees to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations and standards; analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed actions, and implementing recommendations in support of goals; exercising sound independent judgment within general policy guidelines and legal constraints; analyzing and evaluating information accurately, assessing, interpreting, and recommending action as appropriate in a variety of complex situations involving human resource management; communicating: expressing ideas clearly orally and in writing, persuading, motivating, and influencing others; responding with tact, composure, and courtesy when dealing with others; supervising, reviewing, and monitoring work activities of subordinate staff; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with District employees, association members/negotiators, community members, and other interested parties; and establishing rapport, earning trust of others and facilitating discussion of highly sensitive information.

License: Possession of a valid Nevada driver's license. SHRM-SCP or SPHR Human Resources certification preferred.

THIS JOB SPECIFICATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO IMPLY THAT THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE THE EXCLUSIVE STANDARDS OF THE POSITION. INCUMBENTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY OTHER INSTRUCTIONS, AND TO PERFORM ANY OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THEIR SUPERVISOR.

The Washoe County School District is committed to providing a safe and respectful learning and working environment for all students, staff, and visitors. The District prohibits bullying, cyber-bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and/or discrimination based on an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veterans or military status, marital status, disability or the presence of any sensory, physical or mental handicap in any of its educational programs/activities and employment, or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The District prohibits discrimination against any youth group listed in Title 36, as a patriotic society, (i.e. Boy Scouts of America) from access to public school facilities use.

Salary:
Annual salary: $129, 500

Salaries are subject to adjustment and may increase and decrease each fiscal year. New employees hired by Washoe County School District are normally placed on the entry step of the grade of the position.


Internal Job Number: 2018-19-A1800018

Duty Days: 250

Additional Job Information:
Interested applicants may apply online at http://www.washoeschools.net by completing an Administrative application and attaching a resume and letter of interest to your online Administrative application, or by updating an existing Administrative application no later than the closing date of the posting Applications must be linked to the job posting to be considered.

The Washoe County School District pays an additional legislatively-designated amount to the Public Employees Retirement System on behalf of the employee for retirement benefits. No retirement contribution is made by the employee.

New employees as of January 1, 2018 will be fingerprinted upon hire and every five years thereafter. New employees will have $55.00 deducted from their first paycheck to help defray the cost of fingerprinting.

Non-licensed employees will have $55 deduction when their fingerprints are completed every five years. Fingerprint fees are subject to change.

Please be advised there is a 90-day waiting period for insurance benefits.

Any applicant who would like to request a reasonable accommodation in any step of the selection process should contact Human Resources at 775-348-0321.