Chief Human Resources Officer

Job Title: Chief Human Resources Officer

Position Function: Directly responsible for providing leadership in developing and executing Human Resources strategy in support of the overall strategic direction of the District. Provides strategic leadership and advice on Human Resources matters to the District Leadership Team. Responsible for strategic recruitment, hiring, succession planning, talent management, change management, organizational and performance management, compensation and benefit programs. Serves on the negotiations committees.

Essential Performance Responsibilities:

Develops, executes, and manages the human resource strategy and programs to support all divisions of the school district
Develops a comprehensive strategic recruiting, retention, and exit plans to meet the human capital needs of the district
Works with the Manager of Talent Acquisition to implement the strategic recruitment and hiring plan for certified and classified positions
Oversees the strategic plan for Employee Benefits that are competitive and cost effective and supervises the activities of the Employee Benefits and Insurance Management Manager and other programs in the Human Resources Division
Works with the Manager of Human Resources Information Systems to ensure that all employment records/data are maintained and meet all federal, state and local requirements
Develops programs to evaluate, grow, and develop certificated and classified employees
Works cooperatively with various organizations and supervisors concerned with employment issues
Oversees the onboarding procedures for all new employees
Develops a strategic plan to automate manual processes, improve Human Resources processes and assumes overall responsibility for employment records and reports, as well as job listings, analyses, descriptions, classifications, qualifications and performance ratings, and compensation
Oversees employee performance management and evaluations, discipline and the changes of employment status, such as promotions, transfers, suspensions, demotions, dismissals and non-renewals
Assumes overall responsibility for the employment of all personnel in accordance with the provisions of the, EEO, Affirmative Action program, Title IX and Section 504, FMLA, ADA, ERISA, IRS 125 Cafeteria plan and other employee benefit laws
Serves a negotiator/resource for certificated and classified negotiations
Assumes overall responsibility for the Substitute Teacher, Substitute Classified, and Student Teacher programs
Assumes responsibility for processing all certificated and classified grievances for proper administration and board review
Assumes overall responsibility for developing the school calendar
Assumes overall responsibility for compiling and managing the budget for Human Resources and EBIM Division
Assists all Administrators serving as a consultant in matters relating to all employment related issues
Provides effective leadership in implementing the school district’s commitment to full compliance with civil rights legislation, rules, and regulations
Additional Duties: Assists with additional duties as assigned by the Superintendent

Equipment: This position may require the ability to use SMART boards and iPads in addition to basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with Wichita Public Schools guidelines for equipment use

Travel: Travel between schools and central offices, as well as out of district travel

Physical and Mental Demands:

Works in standard office and school building environments
Ability to work under pressure
Works in a calm and efficient manner with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written; knowledgeable of public school employment needs/issues
Ability to deal appropriately with confidential matters
Ability to assess current Human Resources systems and process needs and prepare and present recommendations for change and improvement
Ability to perform a variety of technical tasks, change assignments on short notice, perform under deadlines and work in a calm and efficient manner
Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality
Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance
Knowledge of company’s mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them
Interrelations:

Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors
Works under the direct supervision of the Superintendent to complete day to day tasks
Works with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy
Understands and responds appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues
Interacts with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service
Employee Punctuality and Appearance:

In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave
Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee’s supervisor or building administrator
All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of Wichita Public Schools and is appropriate for their position
Qualification Profile:

Business and/or Legal Degree required
Master’s degree in Business, Liberal Arts, Education, or Human Resources preferred
5-7 years senior level Human Resources experience required
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written
Knowledgeable of public school employment needs/issues
Able to deal with confidential matters
Able to work quickly under pressure, and change assignments on short notice
FLSA Status: Exempt