GENERAL INFORMATION

Position Title: Director of Human Resources
Department/Building: District Wide, primary office at the Washington Educational Services Building (WESB)
Reports to: Superintendent of Schools
Position Duty Days/Contract: Year-round position, Independent at-will agreement
Start Date: 7/29/2024
Application Deadline: 7/1/2024

POSITION SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Superintendent, the Director of Human Resources is responsible for providing, directing and supporting all district Human Resources functions, ensuring that all actions play a strategic role in accomplishing the district mission and strategic plan. The Director of HR is responsible for essential personnel functions including: recruitment; selection; and retention of high performing employees; lead in negotiating collective bargaining agreements; interpretation and management of employee contracts/work agreements; employee relations; orientation for new employees; data requests, and compliance with all applicable district policies, and state and federal laws.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to:

Ensure that the human resource function supports the vision, mission, and values of the district
Partner with District Leadership to enhance communication and employee engagement
Implement strategies and procedures for recruitment, selection, orientation, mentoring, and retention of high performing employees necessary to fill district needs
Analyzes, supervises and works with principals and/or directors on transfers, re-alignments, and/or vacancies with all employee groups
Oversees the recruitment, screening, selection and on-boarding process for new employees
Overseas the recruitment, screening, selection and develops/implements orientation for substitutes/casual employees
Develop and oversee New Employee Orientation and required training for staff (ex. Data Privacy, Harassment)
Serve as the lead representative in all employee relations and labor relations issues
Serves as the District’s lead negotiator for collective bargaining agreements.
Administers labor contracts as to maintain fair and equitable treatment of employees and to assure compliance with negotiated agreements
Coordinates the administration of all master contracts/work agreements with employee groups
Serves as the Title IX Coordinator and Human Rights Officer for employees
Oversee development, adoption and enforcement of Board policies and State/Federal laws under direction of the Superintendent
Provides updated and accurate information for the Board of Education agendas and attend all committee and school board meetings
Oversee management of all employee leave of absences, FMLA, Workman’s Compensation, and unemployment
Oversee individual work agreements, performance reviews, licensure, and seniority lists
Maintains and updates the District Website in the area of District and Human Resources
Participates in Superintendent Executive Team, Cabinet and Administrative Teams which provides strategic organizational leadership
Coordinates the completion of the following reporting: STAR, EEO-5, Pay Equity
Acts as the main contact for Public Data requests
Develops relationships and acts as a liaison for for student teacher/intern/practicum placements

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Represent the district at appropriate meetings, seminars, and workshops
Maintain an active participatory membership in professional organizations
Perform other duties or special assignments as determined by the Superintendent or designee
Has responsibility for the overall direction, coordination, development, evaluation and supervision of Human Resource employees in accordance with District policies and applicable laws.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree with concentration in Human Resource Management or related field
Training and expertise in HR management required, SPHR, SHRM-SCP certifications preferred
A minimum of five years of demonstrated and successful experience in Human Resources in an educational and/or process-driven environment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of all areas of human resources function including strategic leadership; staffing; performance management; employee investigation and discipline; classification and compensation; collective bargaining; labor relations; employee relations.

Knowledge of Minnesota Data Practices Act
Knowledge of employment laws affecting school districts
Highly skilled in verbal and written communication to a diverse audience
Skilled in problem analysis, data collection, and problem solving
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints and engage with administrators, employees, students, general public, and School Board
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret written legal documents
Ability to write comprehensive reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals
In-depth knowledge of the federal, state, and local laws pertaining to ADA, FMLA, EEO, Title IX, Title VII, and Minnesota Government Data Practices Act
Ability to conduct fact-finding investigations from initiation through conclusion
Ability to maintain regular attendance, which includes completing an assigned day, and attending evening and weekend obligations such as labor contract negotiations and Board meetings

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Apply online at www.isd181.org/employment

Employees of the Brainerd Public School District #181 are expected to support the goals, model and promote an environment that is respectful for all, and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff is to respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift
Monday to Friday

Experience:

Human resources: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Senior Professional in Human Resources (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Brainerd, MN (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Brainerd, MN: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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