Human Resources Manager (Anticipated)

                  

POSITION TITLE:

Human Resources Manager

LOCATION:

HR Office 

REPORTS TO:

Executive Director of Human 

 

Resources and Communications 

STATUS:

Union Exempt

CLASSIFICATION:

Management Team 

TERM:

12-Month Full-Time 

   About D126:  

Zion-Benton Township High School District 126 serves 2,600 high school students via two 9-12 grade campuses. Our student population is warmly referred to as a "slice of America" with 51.9% Hispanic, 27.2% Black, 13.8% White, Multi-Racial 4.2%, and 2.9% Asian/Pacific Islander & Native American. 

 

Zion-Benton Township High School is a comprehensive school located in the city of Zion.  New Tech High @ Zion-Benton East is a New Tech Network replication school located in the heart of Zion, providing a small school project-based learning environment, rich in relationships and technology. 

 

At D126, we have one mission: to promote self-worth, social responsibility, and lifelong learning in partnership with our community.
 

  General Summary: 

The Human ResourcesManager will join the next phase of the Human Resources team which is dedicated to investing in our employees, engaging in inclusive practices, and inspiring our Z-B family.  The Human Resources Manager  reports to the Executive Director of Human Resources and Communications and is a key part of the Human Resources team while supervising the management of the Human Resources affairs of ZBTHS D126 in such a way as to provide the best possible services to all stakeholders.

   Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  

• The role of the Human Resources Manager is integral to the support of school faculty, administration and staff

• Under the direction of  the Executive Director of Human Resources and Communications, the Human Resources Manager will support and drive organization-wide efforts to deliver a quality  Human Resources experience

• Primary responsibilities include benefit administration, payroll, support for the recruiting and hiring process, regulatory compliance and reporting, and employee relations

• Works in collaboration with the Payroll Specialist, Benefits Specialist, and Personnel Specialist 

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state and local employment laws such as FMLA, ADA, Sexual Harassment, etc

• Responsible for day-to-day Human Resources operations, with support from HR team members, and with direct management from the Executive Director of Human Resources and Communications 

• Serves as a trusted resource who is available to employees to answer questions about Human Resources  

• Maintains confidential personnel files and personnel actions  

• Assist in ensuring compliance with labor laws and collective bargaining agreements

• Monitor mandatory trainings; notify administrators as needed of non-compliant employee issues

• Manages leave administration to ensure process and information is consistent, thoughtful, and streamlined

• Support the recruiting lifecycle, including coordinating position advertisements, providing support for the Hiring Manager as requested, and preparing new hire information packets

• Create and manage processes for the life-cycle of an employee (onboarding/new-employee orientations; monitor career-path program, exit interviews, etc.)

• Serve as trusted partner and resource to supervisors 

• Create a strong customer service dynamic throughout all operations

• Manage personnel policies and procedures; preparation and maintenance of employee handbook and policy documents

• Manage creation and maintenance of job descriptions

• Support other projects, initiatives or processes as necessary

• Provides knowledge and leadership in the hiring of all district positions to ensure a fair process for all applicants and the highest possibility of hiring the best available candidates 

• Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Human Resources and Communications 

 

Qualities of an effective Manager of Human Resources:

 

1. Demonstrates a high level of personal integrity, a collaborative leadership style, high ethical standards, high expectations, commitment, respect, dedication to teamwork, passion for a student-centered environment, and leadership behaviors focused on results

2. Recognizes cause and effect between instructional activities and results thus developing the right balance of strategic and tactical plans to achieve immediate success while maintaining long-term vision to achieve the desired results

3. Consistently takes on challenging situations and believes in the ability to affect change while demonstrating a strong commitment to others and presenting ideas with confidence

4. Takes risks to achieve vision and goals, even if they deviate from the norm and takes personal responsibility for mistakes and learns from them, while consistently following up with analysis and corrective action

5. An effective manager of Human Resources manages risk, listens actively, manages based on priorities, empowers others, delegates tasks but manages delegation of duties, acts decisively, motivates change, communicates clearly, promotes the district's vision, and is an educator first/administration second.

  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Skilled in utilizing technology including: word processing, spreadsheets, database management, Google docs and spreadsheets, the Internet, and email communication.

• Possesses a strong mathematical aptitude.

• A working knowledge of HR processes and regulations is essential; experience with FMLA, PTO accrual, Worker's Compensation and 403b programs desired.

• Ability to communicate with faculty, staff, students, parents, and the public in a courteous and professional manner.

• Competence in performing a high degree of detailed work with accuracy.

• Able to maintain confidentiality and use good judgment.

• Able to take initiative, multi-task, and work with minimal supervision.

• Able to work in a team setting with positive results.

• Able to maintain an excellent attendance record in order to meet the demands and timelines associated with this position.

• Maintain proper professional attire.

• Able to multitask and work with minimal supervision.

• Represents ZBTHS District 126 in a positive manner in communications with staff, parents, and the community.
   

 

Education and Experience:

 

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, or related field of study required. Three (3) years of experience in an HR role is preferred. Experience in a public school or social service environment is preferred.  
 

  Physical Requirements:                    

0-24%

25-49%

50-74%

75-100%

Seeing:  Must be able to read reports and use the computer.

X

Hearing:  Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with staff, students, et.al. in the office and via telephone.

X

Standing/Walking/Mobility:  Must be able to stand to access files and operate office machines, mobility within the office area and building.

 

X

Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling::

X

Lifting/Pulling/Pushing:

X

Dexterity/Repetitive Motion:  Must be able to perform small hand motions such as writing, typing, using phone system, etc.

X

 

Physical Dimensions:  

 

Medium to Heavy Work:  Exerting up to 20-40 p...