Human Resources Director at High Tech High Charter Organization
About the Employer
Developed by a coalition of San Diego civic leaders and educators, High Tech High opened in September 2000 as a small public charter school with plans to serve approximately 450 students. HTH has evolved into an integrated network of 16 charter schools serving approximately 6,500 students in grades K-12 across four campuses. Located in San Diego County, California, High Tech High (HTH) is guided by four connected design principles—equity, personalization, authentic work, and collaborative design—that set aspirational goals and create a foundation for understanding our approach. If you are motivated by these principles, we encourage you to join our team!
Job Summary
Job Summary
TITLE: Human Resources Director ABOUT HIGH TECH HIGH: Developed by a coalition of San Diego civic leaders and educators, High Tech High opened in September 2000 as a small public project-based charter school with plans to serve approximately 450 students. HTH has evolved into an integrated network of fourteen charter schools serving approximately 6,500 students in grades K-12 across four campuses (Point Loma, Clairemont, North County, and Chula Vista). The HTH organization also includes a comprehensive adult learning environment including a Teacher Credentialing Program and the High Tech High Graduate School of Education, offering professional development opportunities serving national and international educators. JOB FUNCTION/DESCRIPTION: HTH is seeking an experienced Human Resources Director to join the central office team. The Human Resources Director will be responsible for the overall administration, coordination and performance of human resource functions of HTH in accordance with federal, state, and local employment regulations. The Human Resources Director will report to the Chief Operations Officer, and work with other internal leadership staff for the purpose of structuring, planning and directing human resource services, implementing strategies, supporting recruitment and hiring efforts, and participating in complex employment matters. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: • Develop, implement and improve upon human resources and employment policies and programs in accordance with organizational culture • Implement and coordinate new collective bargaining agreements with two recently established unions • Administer human resources training programs and provide necessary education and materials to supervisors and employees including workshops, manuals, employee handbooks, and reports • Maintain an employee training system that addresses, tracks and records professional d
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE AND LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATE: • This position calls for a minimum of a master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Organization Development, or in a closely related field from a fully accredited institution of higher learning • This position calls for an individual who demonstrates comprehensive, directly related experience, including a minimum of seven (7) or more years in a leadership role in Human Resources or closely related field. • Candidates with experience and understanding of the implementation of collective bargaining agreements. • Candidates with a Professional of Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification preferred
KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILL SETS: • Broad knowledge and experience in employment law, compensation, organizational planning, organization development, employee relations, safety, and training and development • Experience in the administration of benefits and compensation programs and other Human Resources programs • Prior experience working in Education administration preferred • Excellent writing, proofreading and verbal communication skills • Well-developed Word, Excel, PowerPoint skills • Proficiency with web based platforms such as Box, Google Calendar, Gmail, and others • Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills • Strong work ethic, team player, and fiduciary sense of responsibility • High degree of professionalism • Ability to deal sensitively with confidential material and abide by confidentiality requirements • Ability to communicate with a wide variety of audiences both in informal and formal settings • Excellent decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical skills • Excellent organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills • A professional focus on continuous improvement • Bilingual - Spanish verbal communication and writing skills are a plus
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE AND LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATE: • This position calls for a minimum of a master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Organization Development, or in a closely related field from a fully accredited institution of higher learning • This position calls for an individual who demonstrates comprehensive, directly related experience, including a minimum of seven (7) or more years in a leadership role in Human Resources or closely related field. • Candidates with experience and understanding of the implementation of collective bargaining agreements. • Candidates with a Professional of Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification preferred
KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILL SETS: • Broad knowledge and experience in employment law, compensation, organizational planning, organization development, employee relations, safety, and training and development • Experience in the administration of benefits and compensation programs and other Human Resources programs • Prior experience working in Education administration preferred • Excellent writing, proofreading and verbal communication skills • Well-developed Word, Excel, PowerPoint skills • Proficiency with web based platforms such as Box, Google Calendar, Gmail, and others • Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills • Strong work ethic, team player, and fiduciary sense of responsibility • High degree of professionalism • Ability to deal sensitively with confidential material and abide by confidentiality requirements • Ability to communicate with a wide variety of audiences both in informal and formal settings • Excellent decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical skills • Excellent organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills • A professional focus on continuous improvement • Bilingual - Spanish verbal communication and writing skills are a plus
Comments and Other Information
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The principal office for the Director, Human Resources is located on HTH’s Point Loma, San Diego, California campus. However, the Director, Human Resources is expected to travel to various HTH campus sites (San Marcos, Chula Vista and Clairemont) as needed.
CONTACT:
Interested individuals should submit a cover letter along with an updated resume and at least three references.
Please note: We will not consider applications without a cover letter tailored to this position.
An offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of a background check. HTH is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of HTH to afford equal employment and advancement opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, or any other classification that is protected under applicable local, state or federal law.
Comments and Other Information
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The principal office for the Director, Human Resources is located on HTH’s Point Loma, San Diego, California campus. However, the Director, Human Resources is expected to travel to various HTH campus sites (San Marcos, Chula Vista and Clairemont) as needed.
CONTACT:
Interested individuals should submit a cover letter along with an updated resume and at least three references.
Please note: We will not consider applications without a cover letter tailored to this position.
An offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of a background check. HTH is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of HTH to afford equal employment and advancement opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, or any other classification that is protected under applicable local, state or federal law.
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
11/14/2022
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
Salary is commensurate with experience. HTH offers a very competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision for full-time employees and their dependents.
Length of Work Year
220 Day/12 months per year
Employment Type
Full Time