ROCKFORD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT #205

Job Description

Job Title: Chief Human Resources Officer

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Job Code: 3295

Department: Human Resources

Supervisor: Superintendent

Date: 01/31/2024

FLSA Status: Exempt

Grade: 01

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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: The CHRO is responsible for maintaining a strong, compliant, results-oriented human resources department. The CHRO works under the general direction of the Superintendent in a key leadership role. As part of the executive team, the CHRO ensures the organization culture is embedded and respected by all employees, that employees feel valued, and that an overall atmosphere of professionalism permeates the organization. The CHRO is responsible to provide guidance and direction for all members of the human resources team and will work effectively with all other members of the executive group as well as all members of the Board of Education.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: The district human resources department and all staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In addition to the requirements listed below, regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

Ensures that all actions are in concert with the Board policies as well as the mission statement, beliefs, objectives, and parameters found in the Board’s strategic plan.
Inspire and maintain an atmosphere of professionalism across the organization.
Work with key leaders to develop and implement annual strategic plan.
Lead transformation initiatives which support organization mission and goals.
Direct workforce planning efforts and develop annual staffing budget.
Ensure organizational excellence through acquisition and development of top talent.
Lead transformative initiatives which ensures achievement of organization mission and goals.
Implement and maintain a talent management system which strengthens the skills of the leadership team through formal training, executive coaching and mentoring programs.
Work with Superintendent to develop succession planning document and report to Board.
Provide minimal annual performance feedback to all direct reports, provide coaching and development to ensure staff members understand goals and objectives to achieve positional success.
Create employee recognition programs.
Develop and administer competitive compensation plans.
Achieve and maintain high level of employee morale and engagement.
Implement employment practices that comply with all state and federal laws and that promote employee engagement, minimize misconduct, complaints and grievances.
Serve as member of collective bargaining negotiating team.
Provide guidance and leadership to key personnel to assure full legal compliance.
Create a safety culture throughout the organization with focus on accident prevention and claims management.
Work with appropriate personnel to ensure timely and appropriate communication to key stakeholders throughout the organization.
Maintain thorough knowledge of current and pending employment legislation and practices.
Oversee and direct human resources system. Ensure policies and procedures are in place and document all variance. Audit adherence throughout the organization periodically.
Participates in job training and professional growth opportunities in order to enhance ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.

QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree preferred; master’s degree in education administration preferred; Bachelor’s from an accredited university required; SPHR or CCP preferred;5 years progressive leadership experience required; with 5 years HR management experience preferred;

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Ability to demonstrate qualities aligned to our core values of Character, Communication, Collaboration and Continuous Improvement.
Superior collaboration skills and professionalism.
Consistent demonstration of a sense of urgency in accomplishing team goals and success.
Ability to be a strategic thinker, problem solver and decision maker.
Excellent analytical and organizational skills, and detail orientation.
Proven people leader, with strong coaching and mentoring skills.
Executive level communication skills – internal and external.
Knowledge of K-12 schools
Thorough knowledge of all aspects of Human Resources.
Proven success in a leadership role leading all aspects of Human Resources within a large organization
Willingness to work flexible hours and schedules.

WORK CALENDAR: 12 Months

WORKING CONDITIONS: Moderate in-district travel as well as intermittent in-state and out-of-state travel. Intermittent prolonged and irregular hours of work.

OTHER: Any combination of education and experience that is deemed relevant to this position will be considered.

This job description describes duties and responsibilities which are representative of the nature and level of work assigned to the position. The identified duties and responsibilities are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the school district and employee and is subject to change by the school district as the needs of the school district and requirements of the job change.

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