Job Title:  Human Resources Coordinator                                          Professional Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to: Chief Human Resources Officer                                       Pay Grade:  Professional  2

Dept./School: Human Resources                                                      Date Revised:  June 2024

Primary Purpose: 

Coordinate one or more assigned human resources programs for the district. Oversee assigned areas and ensure legally sound and effective human resources management programs, policies, and practices.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or equivalent

 Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of administration of assigned programs and applicable laws
• Ability to implement policy and procedures
• Ability to use software to develop spreadsheets, perform data analysis, and do word processing
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and to small and large groups of employees
• Excellent public relations, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills

Experience:

3 years experience in human resources administration, public school administration, or related field

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Human Resources Program Management

• Assist in developing and implementing personnel policies and procedures in the assigned area.
• Coordinate the day-to-day operations of staffing, wage and salary administration, performance appraisal, and employee relations. Assist in ensuring district compliance with federal and state laws and regulations.

Employment

• Support the Chief Human Resources Officer and the Director of Human Resources in efforts to work with principals and other administrators to forecast staffing needs and develop staffing plans. Oversee and assist with the implementation of recruitment and retention strategies and a screening and selection process for all employees.
•  Review certifications to ensure that teachers have the appropriate credentials for assignment
•  Assist with managing a system for new employees to acquire appropriate information, support, and training necessary for success on the job.

Compensation 

• Assist with the district’s compensation program including preparing and reviewing job descriptions, salary surveys, and position reclassifications.
• Make recommendations for salary administration and placement of new hires.

Employee Relations

• Assist with identifying and responding to employee issues; work in collaboration with district leadership to ensure preemptive and effective employee communication.
• Support directors, officers, employees and other government agencies on employment, record keeping, retirement, grievance and other personnel matters and procedures.
• Assist with annual research regarding employee satisfaction, morale, and communications. Monitor employee retention and turnover through analysis of data and exit interviews. Coordinate effective districtwide employee recognition programs.
• Assist with employee handbook and personnel directory updates annually. Inform employees of personnel policies, procedures, and programs that affect them.

Records

• Support personnel records management and help ensure compliance with the state records management program.

•  Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.

Other

• Prepare and deliver written and oral presentations on HR and management issues to employees.
• Stay abreast of current research and best practices in human resources management and development in educational and non-education-related settings, and adjust plans, policies and procedures accordingly.
•  Ensure compliance with local, state and federal employment laws. Stay abreast of state and federal public policy changes that could impact the district.
•  Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

none 

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture:Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting:Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment:May work prolonged or irregular hours;frequent district wide travel; occasional statewide travel and out-of-state travel

Mental Demands:Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress

 This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.