Andover Public Schools Hiring for Assistant Director of Human Resources Job at Andover, MA Full Time

Under the direction of the Human Resources Director, and working collaboratively with human resource staff, assist with a wide variety of management responsibilities, including labor relations, collective bargaining and personnel management. Reports directly to the Human Resources Director.
Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide labor relations support to the School leadership teams; perform in-depth research for collective bargaining proposals; research practices in other communities and help draft bargaining proposals; attend bargaining sessions and maintain records of the proceedings; and produce new agreements at the end of bargaining.

• Provide support in the area of administration of collective bargaining agreements. Hold grievance hearings and determine outcomes. Refer grievances on in a timely fashion as prescribed by the collective bargaining agreements.

• Administer annual and biannual responsibilities outlined in the contractual agreements, such as producing annual seniority reports, bi-annual monitoring of teacher licensing, bi-annual approval of teacher track changes, approving and monitoring teacher tuition reimbursement and other related activities.

• In consultation with the IT and human resources staff, analyze software solutions designed to meet the department’s needs to promote state of the art human resources practices. Oversee software application implementation and upgrades. Troubleshoot and resolve system errors; verify system back-up schedules and procedures.

• Act as the school department’s Affirmative Action Officer. Update AA Plan; monitor and encourage diverse hires throughout the organization; oversee recruitment processes and advertisement practices to ensure diverse audiences; attend Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education meetings and activities.

• Working collaboratively with the Human Resources Director, develop an annual training program for town supervisors and employees.

• Ensure the accuracy and accessibility of personnel records.

• Work collaboratively with the Human Resources Director to ensure efficient and effective operation of the Human Resources Department, supervision of staff, and state of the art human resource practices.

• In the absence of the Human Resources Director, assume duties of the director, including the assignment of internal work to staff and attendance in various forums where the director’s presence is requested. Provide supervision and training to office staff as requested by the director.

• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to recognize organizational priorities and work cooperatively with multiple stakeholders to accomplish goals and objectives.

• Significant understanding and knowledge of human resource functions and human resource software products.

• Significant understanding of labor relations, collective bargaining agreements, and contract negotiations.

• Ability to provide guidance and facilitation on personnel issues requiring legal processes and procedures.

• Understanding of school administration, specifically statutorily required staff and student record keeping and reporting requirements.

• Knowledge of contemporary business software and customized municipal and human resource applications; must have expertise in Microsoft Office, and knowledge of MUNIS strongly preferred. Must have sufficient experience with a variety of software programs to handle report writing and generation, and database warehousing.

• Ability to analyze complex issues and to develop relevant and realistic plans, programs and recommendations.

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; to establish positive employee relations for the organization; and to interact effectively with a wide variety of internal customers and external vendors.

• Planning, management, organizational, supervisory and leadership skills.

• Knowledge of educational administration including teacher licensing, state reporting, teacher evaluation regulations, and relevant state regulations.

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and deal effectively with interruptions.

• Ability to perform detailed work accurately and efficiently within strict deadlines.

• Commitment to hiring and retaining a diverse staff and the ability to inform stakeholders of best practices in this area.

Education and Experience
Duties require Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field; Master’s Degree preferred; 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in human resources; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supplemental Information
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
None

PHYSICAL ELEMENTS

• May spend extended periods at workstations performing tasks requiring eye-hand coordination, finger dexterity and viewing computer screens.

• Requires varying degrees of physical effort including occasional time spent standing, walking, climbing or sustaining uncomfortable positions while connecting or wiring equipment. Also may involve moderate moving, lifting and carrying of equipment such as computers and printers.

• May require occasional night or weekend work.

• Requires a driver’s license to attend professional association and other meetings as necessary.

Andover Public Schools (APS) seeks candidates who embody our ethos, which includes valuing the identities of all students, high expectations for all students, teaching excellence, collaboration, innovation, respect, and responsibility.
APS is committed to hiring and supporting a racially and ethnically diverse faculty and staff. Racially and ethnically diverse teachers produce a myriad of positive outcomes for all students, especially the most historically marginalized students.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $105,000.00 – $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location