The Superintendent of Schools announces the following position within the Fall River Public School System:

Position: Director of Human Resources

Job Description: The Director of Human Resources provides leadership to central office administrators, building principals, and district faculty/staff regarding the day-to-day and long range management and oversight of human resources staff, leads human resource initiatives for the executive team, and provides assistance to district personnel concerning all human resources related issues. The Human Resources Director implements policies and directives of the Fall River Public Schools, MA DESE, and USDOE. Under the supervision of the Superintendent, the Director of Human Resources initiates and implements policies and procedures promoting the success of all students, supports accountability in district schools, ensures fiscally responsible practices, provides leadership in the development and implementation of human resources information technology initiatives, collects district-wide data, fosters continuous improvements in administrative computing systems, and initiates progressive technology-based administrative and business practices. The Director provides leadership to the system in the following areas: benefits administration, performance evaluations, licensure issues, labor relations, negotiations and staff disciplinary concerns. The Director of Human Resources also evaluates and supervises all human resources staff and plans and implements district job training opportunities and professional development to assure a high degree of educational excellence within the Fall River Public Schools. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree in business, education or public administration or a related area
• Appropriate Massachusetts educator licensure: Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent or Supervisor Director
• A minimum of five or more years of executive managerial experience directing and managing human resource services within a school district
• Excellent communication skills including public speaking and writing skills and demonstrated ability to structure large amounts of information in a written document that is clear and easy to understand
• Must have the ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of actions. Must be able to interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Organizational development, strategic planning, staff development and performance management skills at the executive level required
• Knowledge about school law, school collective bargaining, the development of educational job descriptions, the use of administrator and teacher performance assessments, and the development of school personnel policy is required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a motivated, self-starter who can work independently and without extensive supervision
• In-depth knowledge as to how schools run and the role of the building principal is essential
• Must have a high degree of passion for technology and the ability to identify technology that will make the Human Resources office more efficient for department staff and the employees we serve.
• Experience with social media is essential
• Ability to master technologies and software including the financial and accounting software
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice, cultural proficiency, and community engagement.
• Ability to speak a second language preferred, preferably Portuguese or Spanish

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide executive leadership in the development of personnel policies and procedures in all phases of human resource management including recruitment, screening, and selection for all positions in Fall River Public Schools so that the recruitment plan results in a pool of highly qualified candidates to be considered when vacancies open
2. Provide executive leadership in the contract negotiation and monitoring of all collective bargaining agreements negotiated by the School Committee as well as all those who have individual employment agreements
3. Provide executive leadership in creating and maintaining district-wide structures to support the development and retention of staff
4. Develop, revise and update evaluation instruments for all school personnel including all district administrative level positions, support staff, and all other service and support departments
5. Work with the Superintendent to achieve School Committee goals, attend all School Committee meetings and executive session meetings, if deemed necessary
6. Work closely with legal counsel to interpret all applicable state and federal laws regarding employment regulations as they pertain to all of our collective bargaining agreements
7. Serve on the Superintendents executive team and work with senior staff to lead district wide improvement in order to meet established goals
8. Consult and advise administrators of a wide variety of sensitive human resources issues (e.g. discipline, hiring, return to work, leaves of absence, etc.) to minimize risk to the district, assist in effective decision-making, and to ensure compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and regulations
9. Investigate employee relations issues/grievances for the purpose of reaching resolution conducive to a healthy work environment
10. Responsible for managing all employee related processes (e.g. job posting, hiring, certification, employee transfers, unemployment claims, workers’ compensation claims, etc.)
11. Coordinate bargained grievance procedures and act as an advisor to all parties during the various levels of the process
12. Monitor professional certifications and coordinate the processing of state credentials for professional employees
13. Responsible for ensuring compliance with federal and state mandates and regulations relating to HR practices and procedures (e.g., FMLA, FLSA, etc.)
14. Under the direction of the Superintendent, chair and/or serve on administrative search committees
15. Work with the FREA President, and all other bargaining units, regarding school climate and culture to improve teacher retention
16. Provide executive leadership in coordination and supervision of the entire performance evaluation process for all personnel in the district
17. Direct the hiring of staff, district-wide. Oversee personnel requests and job postings, screening and interviewing processes, reference checks, criminal background checks, job offers based on established pay schedules, initial communication regarding employee orientation, and denial of employment
18. Facilitate and maintain employee access to an Employee Assistance Program
19. Train and advise administrators in labor and employment matters including employee performance evaluations, growth plans, remediation plans, and dismissal; employee discipline and documentation; in compliance with school committee policy, federal and state laws, and contractual agreements
20. Conduct and/or direct personnel investigations, recommend disciplinary action as needed and administer grievance procedures
21. Administer grievance procedures for all employee groups. Assist district legal counsel in matters dealing with complaints filed with compliance agencies
22. Oversee the district’s mentoring and induction program for all personnel
23. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Superintendent

The Superintendent of Schools reserves the right to waive a position qualification or determine that there is an acceptable alternative to that qualification. If the Superintendent intends to waive a qualification, such intent will be shared with the Fall River School Committee.

Reports To: Superintendent of Schools

Terms of Employment: Twelve month work year with five weeks’ vacation per year

Supervises: Human Resources Staff

Salary Range: $108,000 - $140,000

Closing Date for Applications: Until filled

The Fall River Public School District is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status or active military status, mental illness, political affiliation, genetic information or disability.  All candidates are encouraged to apply.