Class Title:

Chief Personnel Officer

Position Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Superintendent, plan, organize, control and direct a variety of programs, projects and activities related to recruitment, selection and placement of employees, labor relations and employee performance evaluation. Establish a process to attract and retain a diverse staff of qualified individuals committed to ensuring a quality educational environment for all students.

Directly Responsible to:

Superintendent of Schools

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Direct activities related to recruitment, selection and placement of certificated personnel
• Participate and direct activities concerning collective bargaining negotiations for all employees
• Provide an effective evaluation and assessment process for all personnel
• Direct the acquisition, preparation, disposition, and maintenance of human resource documents and records; ensure employees are properly licensed or certified to perform assigned job duties
• Conduct research, analyze, and study matters relating to human resource programs
• Coordinate personnel activities, in conjunction with other human resources administrators to achieve an effective and efficient employment process
• Provide for and direct the counseling of employees regarding job problems and provide assistance to them to correct their job-related deficiencies
• Direct the implementation of discipline procedures
• Recommend employee terminations
• Develop, implement, maintain and modify computerized systems for human resource/personnel programs and other applications
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; interview and select employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions
• Plan, coordinate and arrange for appropriate training of subordinates
• Develop and prepare the annual budget for human resources
• Analyze and review budgetary and financial data; monitor and authorize expenditures in accordance with established guidelines
• Make presentations to the Board as necessary regarding human resource/personnel issues
• Serve as a member of the Superintendent’s Cabinet analyzing, developing, coordinating and implementing Board policies and administrative guidelines
• Communicate with other administrators, District personnel and contractors to coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts and exchange information
• Assure compliance with applicable District policies, procedures and governmental regulations
• Apply applicable sections of State Education Code and other applicable laws Perform special projects assigned by the Superintendent
• Perform related duties as assigned

Demonstrated Knowledge and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Employer-employee relations, collective bargaining process, and contract administration
• General school district policies, rules and regulations
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations including personnel administrative rules and regulations applicable to employees
• Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration
• Methods of research
• Computer applications related to areas of specialization Ability To Ensure personnel programs and activities are carried out in compliance with state and federal regulations
• Education code, federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations and requirements pertaining to areas of assigned responsibility and bargaining unit contracts;
• Maintain personnel records and ensure confidentiality of records and related transactions
• Perform related duties as assigned by the Superintendent.
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Ability to:

• Respond promptly to requests of clients, both inside and outside the district; provide needed direction, assistance, training, materials, and resources
• Express ideas and concepts clearly and concisely in both oral and written form; use language and medium appropriate to audience
• Establish and maintain cooperative and professional working relationships with individuals, groups, public and private agency personnel
• Motivate, challenge, and guide others in the improvement of business programs and services
• Analyze data and situation(s); render judgment, make decisions, and solve problems efficiently and effectively
• Set high standards and assist others in meeting those standards
• Maintain and improve professional skills and knowledge
• Be flexible and receptive to change
• Direct the development of Board policies related to the Personnel Division
• Serve as a member of the Superintendent’s Cabinet and Management Team
• Attend all regular meetings of the Board of Education
• Remain abreast of developments and innovations in the field
• Maintain consistent, punctual and regular attendance
• Hear and speak to exchange information and make presentations
• See to read a variety of materials.

Education and Experience:

Any combination of experience and education that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Education:

Masters Degree from an accredited college or university with an emphasis in business administration, finance, or closely related field.

Experience:

Seven (7) or more years of experience in positions with progressively increasing responsibility and directly related to financial and business administration is required.