Blake is seeking a leader skilled in making personal connections and improving processes to serve as its Director of Human Resources. The director will bring a balance of strong human resources expertise, exceptional people skills and a focus on work flows. They will lead with organizational awareness, strong human resources acumen, and a willingness to collaborate with administrators, teachers, and staff. A champion of Blake, the Director of Human Resources will use a people-centered approach to deliver excellent performance in human resources in support of Blake’s mission, values, and its commitment to pluralism.

The Director of Human Resources oversees the operations of the school’s human resources functions and supervises the Human Resources / Business Office Assistant. They own Blake’s relationships with key HR vendor partners who support Blake’s self insured health care program, worker’s compensation program and 403B administration. They report directly to the Chief Financial and Operating Officer and work closely with senior administrators across the institution.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Employee Relations

• Provides a supportive environment for employees in crisis, while maintaining the needs of the school.

• Consults with legal counsel on personnel matters as appropriate.

• Works directly with executive administrators and division/department directors to assist them in carrying out their responsibilities on personnel matters.

• Responds to employee relation issues such as employee complaints, harassment allegations and civil rights complaints.

Compliance

• Annually reviews and makes recommendations to executive administrators for improvement of the school's policies, procedures and practices on personnel matters.

• Communicates changes in the personnel policies and procedures and ensures proper compliance.

• Maintains knowledge of industry trends and employment legislation.

• Maintains responsibility for compliance with federal, state and local legislation pertaining to all personnel, payroll and benefits administration matters.

• Develops and maintains a compliant human resource information system that meets the school's personnel and information management needs.

Employee Welfare

• Manages and administers the school benefits program, including all health and welfare plans and the 403(b) retirement program.

• Manages the annual 403(b) audit process and Form 5500 submission.

• Leads employee wellness and safety initiatives.

• Oversees administration of workers’ compensation and unemployment programs.

• Oversees administration of employee leave programs.

Employment Lifecycle Management

• Supports administration in the annual contract and salary increase process

• Oversees management of the Applicant Tracking System.

• Advises and holds administration accountable to hiring best practices.

• Manages information flow for notification of new hires, terminations and employee status changes.

• Oversees the full cycle of the HR/payroll/benefit onboarding and offboarding process

Minimum Qualification Required

• Bachelor’s degree.

• Minimum of 5-7 years of exempt-level experience in human resources.

• Demonstrated skill in addressing employee concerns both by investigation and mediation.

• Excellent oral and communication skills, attentive to detail, and superb organizational skills.

• Knowledge of state and federal employment laws and their implications.

• Ability to work with people and information effectively and sensitively; maintain poise and confidentiality in all situations; and support Blake’s Mission, Core Values and Commitment to Pluralism.

• Experience in HRIS database management.

Preferred Qualifications

• HR Certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, SPHR or PHR).

• MA in Human Resources Management or Organizational Development.

• Experience in independent schools.

Disclaimer:

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

The Blake School believes that a diverse society enriches all individuals and communities. Diversity of race, ethnicity, national origin, geography, religion, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, age, physical ability, and marital, parental or economic status forms the fabric of our society. As a result of these beliefs, The Blake School actively seeks students, families and employees who value and contribute to the fullness of a diverse community within the context of its mission. In doing so, we recognize our responsibility to help make each person's experience a success. EOE
From: The Blake School