Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)

About the Company

Progressive educational institution

Industry
Education Management

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1884

Employees
1001-5000

Categories

• Education
• Elementary
• Academic Programs
• Academics
• Business Services
• Facilities Management & Commercial Cleaning
• Home
• K-12 Schools
• Rockford
• Rockford Public Schools

About the Role

The Company, a large educational institution, is seeking a Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) to lead its human resources department. The CHRO will be responsible for maintaining a strong, compliant, and results-oriented HR department, ensuring that all actions align with the organization's policies, mission, and strategic plan. This key leadership role involves inspiring and maintaining a professional atmosphere across the organization, leading transformation initiatives, directing workforce planning, and developing annual staffing budgets. The successful candidate will also be tasked with talent acquisition and development, implementing a talent management system, and creating employee recognition programs to achieve and maintain high levels of employee morale and engagement.Applicants must have a Master's degree (preferably in education administration), a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, and at least 5 years of progressive leadership experience, with 5 years of HR management experience preferred. The role requires superior collaboration skills, a strategic mindset, and the ability to make decisions and solve problems effectively. The CHRO will also be responsible for ensuring legal compliance in employment practices, serving as a member of collective bargaining negotiations, and creating a safety culture within the organization. Knowledge of K-12 schools and thorough knowledge of all aspects of Human Resources are essential, as is the willingness to work flexible hours and schedules.

Hiring Manager Title
Superintendent

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Human Resources
• Operations