Human Resources Business Partner at KIPP SoCal Public Schools
Job Summary
Job Summary
You Should Apply If: You are a courageous advocate for excellence who believes that adult culture is the primary lever for student success. You thrive on the ground in schools, acting as a "strategic mirror" for leaders to help them see and close gaps in their accountability structures. You aren't looking to just "process" HR paperwork; you want to coach leaders through the discomfort of high-stakes performance conversations to ensure every student has a high-performing teacher. The Mission: The HR Partner serves as the critical strategic partner to school leaders, equipping them to build and sustain a high-performance accountability culture. By providing high-leverage coaching, data-driven insights, and expert guidance on adult behavior, the HRP ensures that leaders have the tools and the courage to manage performance effectively. The HRP succeeds when excellence is the organizational standard and mediocrity is proactively addressed with clarity and integrity. *This role requires frequent prescence inside our schools in East LA, South LA, and Southeast LA, meeting attendance at our KIPP SoCal office in Downtown LA, and, occasionally, opportunities to work remotely in Southern California. Key Responsibilities Strategic Performance Coaching & Culture (60%) Courageous Accountability: Identify performance gaps in your portfolio early; partner with leaders to implement documented, high-quality support plans that reach a definitive resolution swiftly. Just Culture Implementation: Train and coach leaders to use the Just Culture Rubric to distinguish between human error, at-risk behavior, and reckless behavior in disciplinary actions. On-the-Ground Diagnostic & Thought Partnership: Maintain a consistent presence in schools to proactively monitor adult culture. Partner with school leaders to move beyond treating symptoms by identifying root-cause issues and serving as a consultant to reveal gaps in accountability. Intervention Design & Evaluation: L
Requirements / Qualifications
The Qualifications & Competencies Role-Specific Skills Coaching & Influence: Ability to move leaders from defensiveness to action and coach them through the discomfort of high-stakes conversations. Systems Thinking and Data Analysis: Ability to identify patterns in adult behavior and school-site systems that undermine accountability. Organizational Diagnostics: Expertise in using retention and ER data to build cases for cultural shifts. Standard Qualifications 5–7 years of relevant HR or Organizational Development experience. Thorough knowledge of all federal, state and local employment and workers' compensation laws Demonstrated track record as an HR Partner in a fast-paced multi-site organization (500+ FTEs); experience within a Charter Management Organization (CMO) or the K-12 education sector is strongly preferred. Deep commitment to upholding KIPP SoCal’s anti-racism standards and promoting a high performance adult culture. Ability to travel frequently to KIPP SoCal schools. Valid California Driver’s License.
Requirements / Qualifications
The Qualifications & Competencies Role-Specific Skills Coaching & Influence: Ability to move leaders from defensiveness to action and coach them through the discomfort of high-stakes conversations. Systems Thinking and Data Analysis: Ability to identify patterns in adult behavior and school-site systems that undermine accountability. Organizational Diagnostics: Expertise in using retention and ER data to build cases for cultural shifts. Standard Qualifications 5–7 years of relevant HR or Organizational Development experience. Thorough knowledge of all federal, state and local employment and workers' compensation laws Demonstrated track record as an HR Partner in a fast-paced multi-site organization (500+ FTEs); experience within a Charter Management Organization (CMO) or the K-12 education sector is strongly preferred. Deep commitment to upholding KIPP SoCal’s anti-racism standards and promoting a high performance adult culture. Ability to travel frequently to KIPP SoCal schools. Valid California Driver’s License.
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Compensation & Benefits
KIPP SoCal Public Schools offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience in a similar position. The salary range for this position is $76,472 to $110,885. New hires are typically brought into the organization at a salary between the range minimum and the salary range midpoint of $93,679 depending on qualifications, internal equity, and the budget allocated for this role.
100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer, dependents added at 50% of the cost
Employer-paid KIPP SoCal life insurance
401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SoCal
Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance, Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.)
Generous paid time off program includes 22 holidays, sick leave, and vacation
Other great benefits (Flexible spending account, EAP, etc.)
Comments and Other Information
Compensation & Benefits
KIPP SoCal Public Schools offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience in a similar position. The salary range for this position is $76,472 to $110,885. New hires are typically brought into the organization at a salary between the range minimum and the salary range midpoint of $93,679 depending on qualifications, internal equity, and the budget allocated for this role.
100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer, dependents added at 50% of the cost
Employer-paid KIPP SoCal life insurance
401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SoCal
Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance, Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.)
Generous paid time off program includes 22 holidays, sick leave, and vacation
Other great benefits (Flexible spending account, EAP, etc.)
Application Deadline
6/12/2026 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
5/22/2026
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Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$76,472 - $93,679 Annually
$76,472 - $93,679 Annually
Length of Work Year
immediate opening
Employment Type
Full Time