POSITION TITLE: Director of Human Resources
REPORTS TO: Chief Financial and Operating Officer (meeting monthly with Head of School)
SUPERVISES: HR & Payroll Administrator
TYPE: Full-Time
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
START DATE: Immediately or as soon as feasible
JOB SUMMARY:
The Director of Human Resources is an experienced and dynamic professional who plays a pivotal role in supporting Hopkins faculty and staff and maintaining a strong sense of community at the school. The ideal Director has a passion for education, a deep understanding of HR best practices, and a proven track record of building and sustaining a positive and supportive work culture. Overseeing human resources management for 185 full-time and 165 per diem and seasonal employees, the Director works to ensure that the school’s staffing structure and practices optimally support Hopkins’ mission and strategic plan. Specific areas of oversight include compensation, payroll, benefits, and leaves; (in collaboration with the Dean of Faculty) recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and departure; professional development and annual evaluation of staff; employee relations; and compliance with labor regulations and employment laws, including FLSA, EEO, ADA, FMLA, and COBRA.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Recruitment & Staffing
Maintain accurate position descriptions for all roles within the school.
Collaborate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs; create sustainable procedures for covering short- and long-term absences.
Oversee the recruitment and onboarding process for staff employees and collaborate with the Dean of Faculty on teacher hiring, including pre-employment screening and statutory training.
Promote a culture of growth and continuous improvement among staff through staff meetings and professional development.
Oversee the annual performance evaluation process for staff, providing guidance to supervisors and employees to ensure meaningful feedback and goal setting.
Collaborate with supervisors and administrators in providing coaching, professional development, and performance improvement plans for employees as needed.
Provide logistical and regulatory oversight for departures and separations, including conducting exit interviews.
Employee Relations & Community Engagement
Serve as a trusted advisor and resource for employees, providing guidance and support on HR-related matters.
Establish a strong employee culture characterized by open communication, teamwork, respect, and a common sense of purpose. Create opportunities that foster wellness and morale among all members of the school community.
Proactively address and resolve employee concerns, conflicts, and grievances in a fair and compassionate manner.
Coach supervisors and employees on building effective teams, resolving conflicts, and mediating disputes.
Proactively communicate to employees about changes in school policies or HR practices.
Conduct regular research on employee engagement and satisfaction in order to continuously strengthen workplace culture and retention.
Serve as a visible and approachable presence on campus, actively participating in school events and initiatives.
Collaborate with stakeholders to organize staff appreciation events, team-building activities, and recognition programs.
Compliance
Ensure that Hopkins’ employment practices are ethical, legal, and compliant with federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations as well as the school’s policies.
Stay abreast of the evolving HR field, monitoring the legislative landscape for changes to laws, regulations, and best practices related to employment, benefits, insurance, safety regulations etc. Provide interpretation and advice to administration on an as-needed basis.
In collaboration with administrators, keep all Human Resource policies up to date and accurate. Ensure that the Hopkins Employee Handbook is updated annually and reflects the school's values, workplace policies, and legal requirements.
Conduct regular audits and reviews to ensure adherence to policies and procedures, including 403(b) and Worker’s Compensation.
Compensation & Benefits Administration
Oversee the administration of employee compensation and benefits, including bi-weekly and monthly payroll functions, health insurance and retirement plans, Health Saving Account funding, workers’ compensation, disability insurance, and annual W2 and 1095 reporting and processing.
Develop and maintain wage structure and benchmarking for staff positions. Advise CFOO and other administrators on salaries, benefits, staffing needs, and compensation increases.
Maintain a system of internal controls in the payroll process and provide oversight to ensure the accuracy and effectiveness of the payroll system.
Manage the process for employee leaves (communication, approval, monitoring, return).
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Training:
Master’s degree with major course work in business, human resources, or a related field, or a combination of Bachelor’s degree and related experience. Current SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SP certification preferred.
Work Experience:
Five (5) years progressive HR experience, including supervisory and management experience. Non-profit and school experience preferred. Blackbaud Financial Edge and ADP Workforce Now experience preferred.
Skills and Abilities:
Strong knowledge of employment law, regulations, and HR best practices. Excellent verbal, written, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and the Google suite. Strong math aptitude and attention to detail. Strong emotional intelligence, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills. Ability to build positive relationships and navigate the inherent duality of the role (striking a balance between the needs of the organization and its workforce). A collaborative, inclusive and transparent style of leadership. Clear and consistent decision making. Demonstrated ability to build an effective organizational culture. Good judgment and the highest level of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality. Cultural competence and a demonstrated record of working to foster and support a diverse, inclusive community.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Physical Demands: Must ascend and descend stairs.
Special Environmental Factors: Close office setting.
Hopkins School believes that all persons are entitled to equal opportunity for employment and strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital or civil union status, sexual orientation and/or other protected classes. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
If you are passionate about HR and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of students and educators, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Interested candidates should submit a letter of introduction and resume to
headofschool@hopkins.edu. Interviewing will take place in May, with an employment start date as soon as feasible and no later than July 1.