POSITION: Associate Superintendent for Human Resources
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SITE/BUILDING: James Hines Administration Center, Patchogue, New York
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee strategic direction, executive leadership, and daily HR operations.
- Evaluate and implement scalable systems to align with evolving organizational needs.
- Collaborate with Business Services to ensure efficient employee compensation.
- Cultivate an empowering, welcoming, and equitable workplace culture while advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.
- Direct collective bargaining for nine bargaining units and ensure compliance with labor, education, and Civil Service laws.
- Analyze qualitative and quantitative HR data to evaluate programs and track progress.
- Design targeted recruitment and onboarding strategies for instructional, administrative, and support staff using modern Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and digital platforms.
- Advise administrators on complex personnel matters, lead sensitive investigations, and present policy recommendations to the Board of Education.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Certification: New York State SDA/SDL Certification required
- Experience: Minimum of three years as a Human Resource administrator
- Core Competencies:
- Demonstrated understanding of the interrelationship between Human Resources processes and Business Services to drive payroll accuracy and operational efficiency.
- Track record of expanding, optimizing, and modernizing HR operational structures and systems.
- Proven success in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within complex organizational structures.
- Strong background in employee relations, contract negotiations, and Civil Service regulations.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage diverse internal and external stakeholder groups.
- Uncompromising integrity, credibility, and strict adherence to maintaining confidential information.
- Comprehensive working knowledge of New York State Education Law, Civil Service rules, Title IX, ADA, FMLA, and APPR evaluation frameworks.
- Extensive experience with employee management and supervision.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Recognized HR certification from: Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) or HR Certifications Institute (HRCI)
- Knowledge of the SchoolFront, WinCap, and Frontline platforms
- Specialized training, micro-credentials, or certificates in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
ANTICIPATED START DATE: November 19, 2026
MINIMUM STARTING SALARY: $245,000
Studies show that women and members of some groups are more likely to underestimate their qualifications for a position. At ESBOCES, we are on a journey to create a more inclusive and equitable organization, which includes our commitment to welcome an inclusive and diverse work and school community. We recognize that a diverse representation in our organization is an essential step. All individuals, including applicants who identify with a historically underrepresented group, including but not limited to BIPOC (Black/African American, Indigenous/Native American, Persons of Color), Hispanic/Latinx, LGBTQ+, Women, and/or individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.
Please forward letter of interest and resume to:
David Wicks, Chief Operating Officer
Eastern Suffolk BOCES
suptsearch@esboces.org
By October 9, 2026
Post Date: 9.16.2026