Assistant Superintendent, Personnel

Class Title:

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.

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.