Director of Human Resources

The East Troy Community School District (ETCSD) is hiring a Director of Human Resources beginning September 1, 2026. The successful candidate will possess strong background knowledge, skills, and dispositions that support personalized learning environments by demonstrating the ability to:

• Serve as an administrative advisor to the District Administrator in matters of human resources.
• Serve as one of the district Title IX Coordinators and be the district Records Custodian.
• Coordinate and conduct thorough investigations related to district employees.
• Prepare and present personnel-related information and documents to the District Administrator and Board of Education.
• Continually review and recommend updated Board policies and procedures to ensure operational efficiency and legal compliance.
• Establish and monitor the effectiveness of the district's hiring, onboarding, and offboarding activities; maintain accuracy and consistency across all hiring processes. In addition, tracking of FTE's from a historical perspective.
• Recommend, review, and design job applications to ensure compliance with state/federal statutes and Board policies.
• Oversee the preparation and distribution of employee contracts and salary notices, utilizing financial data provided by the Director of Business Services.
• Assist with the setup, implementation, training, administration, and development of the district's evaluation systems.
• Assist with employee supervision/evaluation documentation and support staff improvement efforts.
• Provide ongoing support, consultation, and guidance to administrators and supervisors regarding complex personnel matters and employee relations.
• Oversee disciplinary processes, including documentation, suspensions, contract non-renewals, and recommendations for termination.
• Direct and oversee the daily work of the Benefits Coordinator.
• Serve as the primary responsible party for the administration and oversight of Workers'' Compensation claims and compliance.
• Manage complex FMLA cases, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, and leave of absence requests.
• Serve as the primary authority for benefit administration, leading annual benefit negotiations, renewals, and open enrollment in collaboration with the Benefits Coordinator and Director of Business Services.
• Serve as the primary authority for job analysis related to salary and benefits in collaboration with the Benefits Coordinator and Director of Business Services.
• Serve as the primary facilitator of the Salary and Benefits Subcommittee.
• Lead district recruitment efforts and marketing initiatives to attract qualified candidates and promote the public image of the district.
• Prepare human resources office memos, correspondence, reports, and other documents as needed.
• Assist in the design and implementation of strategic staffing efforts and planning to meet the needs of the district.
• Oversee district staff engagement initiatives and organizational health strategies, providing direction to administration and utilizing progress-monitoring data to drive improvement.
• Assist the District Administrator with complaints and grievances not resolved at the supervisory level.
• Seek legal counsel when appropriate and assist the District Administrator with legal interventions to mitigate risk and prevent litigation.
• Assist administrators in wage negotiations with employee groups.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive, accurate personnel records system for all district employees.
• Develop and implement ongoing professional development around improving the district's overall organizational health.
• Understand and represent sound fiscal responsibility while remaining focused on the district''s four strategic priorities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree or certificate in Human Resources, Business Leadership Education or other relevant field.
• Minimum of three years experience in Human Resources or related fields.
• Prior experience in Skyward is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in an educational setting is strongly preferred.

COMPETENCIES / CHARACTERISTICS

• Demonstrates confidentiality, high ethical standards, and professionalism.
• Proactive problem-solver who prioritizes continuous improvement and legal risk prevention over quick fixes.
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of employment law and regulatory compliance.
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and record-keeping skills. Ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities.
• Ability to establish collaborative working relationships.
• Decisive leader capable of making and standing by tough recommendations while also accepting and carrying out directives from supervisor.
• Commitment to ongoing professional learning and reflective practices.
• Promotes a constant state of re-evaluation related to personnel and organizational health.