Director of Human Resources

7 days ago


Baltimore, United States Friends School of Baltimore Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

General Function:

The Director of Human Resources at the Friends School of Baltimore is a key leadership position responsible for developing and implementing personnel strategies that align with the school's mission, values, and overall strategic objectives. This individual will play a critical role in fostering a positive and inclusive work environment for faculty and staff, ensuring compliance with employment laws, and driving initiatives that support professional development, employee engagement, and organizational excellence.


Essential Functions:

Strategic HR Leadership:

  • Develop and execute human resources strategies aligned with the school's mission, vision, and strategic goals.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to integrate HR initiatives into the overall organizational strategy.
  • Provide guidance on talent management, succession planning, and workforce planning.

Employee Relations

  • Oversee employee relations, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies and procedures.
  • Address and resolve workplace conflicts, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Conduct investigations when necessary and recommend appropriate actions.

Recruitment and Onboarding

  • Lead the recruitment and selection process for all school positions.
  • Develop and implement onboarding programs to ensure a smooth assimilation of new hires into the school community.
  • Collaborate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and create effective recruitment strategies.

Professional Development

  • Develop and oversee professional development programs for faculty and staff.
  • Facilitate workshops and training sessions to enhance employee skills and promote continuous learning.

Compliance

  • Stay abreast of employment laws and regulations, ensuring the school's policies and practices comply.
  • Manage and update employee handbooks, policies, and procedures as needed.

Compensation Administration

  • Oversee the administration of payroll and employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other employee benefits.
  • Work with benefit providers to optimize offerings and ensure employee satisfaction.

Reporting Lines:

This position reports to the Chief Financial and Operating Officer.


Schedule and Location

Full-time; 40 hrs./week; Monday - Friday


Skills and Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).

SHRM certification or equivalent is highly desirable.

Seven years of related experience in an education setting is preferred.


Required Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office required.

Experience with common HRIS packages is strongly preferred.

Proven experience in human resources leadership roles, preferably within an educational setting.

In-depth knowledge of employment laws and regulations.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to lead and inspire a team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.



Friends is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and its employment decisions are without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, physical, or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any category protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.



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