POSITION:  Chief of Human Resources

LOCATION:  E.S. Simpson Building

SALARY:  Administrator Salary Schedule

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:  12 Months

JOB GOAL:  Performs a variety of supervisory and administrative tasks in providing leadership to the Human Resources department.

QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Master’s degree in Education; NC licensure in supervision and/or administration preferred. Five (5) years of administrative experience.
• Experience in program coordination, including budget management. Strong instructional background, leadership, and communication skills.
• Extensive knowledge of current issues in the area of Human Resources, including but not limited to employment and contract law, compensation and benefits, licensure, FLSA, and ACA.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of school system operations.
• Considerable knowledge of the ethical guidelines applicable to the position as outlined by professional organizations and/or federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills utilizing tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks, set priorities and meet deadlines with minimum supervision.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Exercise the authority of the office as delegated by the Superintendent.
• Supervise the operations of Human Resources.
• Serve as an active member of the Superintendent’s Cabinet, keep the Superintendent informed of pertinent department information and seek the Superintendent’s counsel as necessary.
• Recommend to the Superintendent and Board of Education updates to Board policies related to personnel.
• Prepare for and present Human Resources information at Board of Education meetings.
• Oversees the overall effectiveness of the departments’ program and ensures all are implemented within federal, state, and local regulations.
• Supervises and conducts personnel administration duties for appropriate staff, including hiring, evaluating performance appraisals, assigning special duties, monitoring attendance and travel reports, and granting leave.
• Oversees the preparation of budgets; coordinates with other departments or agencies to ensure maximum services; monitors expenditures of approved budget.
• Guide and direct the development and administration of compensation and benefits programs to attract, retain, and motivate capable administrators, teachers, and support staff.
• Ensure compliance with employment regulations, promote fair and consistent treatment of employees, and provide opportunity for employee development and effective career placement.
• Prepare staff allotments and confer with principals and/or other administrative personnel on allotments and needs.
• Serve as the designee for personnel matters.
• Oversee the contract process for licensed staff.
• While this document is an initial outline of the duties that will be required of this position, the employee’s final job duties are subject to change at any time due to the discretion of the Superintendent.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to communicate orally and in writing with parents, staff, and community members.
• Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of fingering, grasping, kneeling, sitting, walking, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motion.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a valid NC driver’s license.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, teachers, students, administrators, community leaders, agency representatives and others.
• Must be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with emergency situations.
• Ability to supervise and coordinate a variety of staff programs and activities.

DISCLAIMERS: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.

Johnston County Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the employment or promotion of employees on the basis of gender, race, religion, age, national origin or disability.