Human Resources Position Human Resources Coordinator

Job Description:

Human Resources Coordinator

Windsor Locks Public Schools

Position Start Date: Early August

Application Closing Date: 7/22/2026

BROAD FUNCTIONS:

While working under the Superintendent and serving as a liaison with other departments and school administration, the Human Resources Coordinator is expected to provide day-to-day human resources support.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for recruitment and assists in selection of some candidates for vacant positions
• Responsible for processing new and exiting employees
• Consults with Superintendent on, and prepares all pre-termination hearings for, all employee dismissals
• Responsible for managing, calculating, and maintaining tenure/non-tenure information and processes
• Responsible for recruitment/interviews/reference checks and maintaining the substitute files
• Responsible for managing Salary Upgrades, Tuition Reimbursements, Employee Evaluations, FMLA, OSHA and any other matters of this nature
• Consults and advises administrators and supervisors on contract interpretation and implementation
• Advises building and central office administrators about matters involving grievances, job performance, employee duties, personnel policies, and assignments
• Administers the grievance procedure
• Manages all workers' compensation claims and attends hearings when needed
• Oversees the administration of unemployment compensation claims, and represents WLPS at unemployment hearings
• Responsible for all state staff reporting and other reports to the State Department of Education and Town of Windsor Locks
• Verifies certification and assists with certification issues
• Maintains updated job descriptions/conditions of employment for the district
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Masters degree and five years of experience in the field of education with specific experience in Human Resources.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• SHRM Certification preferred
• Must have a valid drivers license

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, government regulations and procedures related to government reporting. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of supervisors and employees.

Multilingual (Spanish) preferred

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Ability to develop effective working relationships with staff, ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to negotiate and handle pressure situations for long periods of time.

Salary: $85,000 plus benefits

Apply online at www.wlps.org

Windsor Locks Public Schools does not discriminate in any employment practice on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination law. Windsor Locks Public Schools does not unlawfully discriminate in employment and licensing against qualified persons with a prior criminal conviction. Windsor Locks Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons.