Director of Human Resources

Job Title: Director of Human Resources
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports to: Director of Enrollment and Finance
Department: Business Office
Prepared Date: March 2026

SUMMARY

The Director of Human Resources originates and leads Human Resources practices and objectives that will provide an employee-oriented, high-performance culture that emphasizes empowerment, quality, productivity and standards, while prioritizing goal attainment, and the recruitment and ongoing development of a superior workforce.

Well-qualified applicants may apply by submitting electronic copies of a cover letter and resume to Worcester Preparatory School Human Resources at wpsemployment@worcesterprep.org

DUTIES

• Contribute to the fiscal soundness, operating effectiveness and regulatory compliance of the school.
• Initiate and manage all aspects of the recruiting and hiring process, including updating job postings,
• Ad placement, resume screening and interview schedule/process. Adherence to policies and laws/regulations concerning applicant tracking and selection.
• Serve as advocate to both employee and school regarding employee performance as well as day-to-day working environment. Work closely with leadership team regarding a variety of issues.
• Manage and guide and termination processes (voluntary/involuntary) by counseling leadership team to be certain separation is appropriate and within school guidelines as well as ensuring the limitation of the organization’s legal exposure. Advise regarding separation agreements, disparate impact, disparate treatment, etc.
• Monitor salary/grade levels for fairness and industry competitiveness at the direction of the Director of Enrollment and Finance.
• Assist in development of policies and procedures (administered fairly across school) while assisting employees in understanding and implementation of stated policies.
• Develop and implement HR projects and initiatives such as wellness programs and benefit fairs.
• Manage administrative matters to ensure that the school maintains appropriate records necessary for legal and record keeping requirements.
• Develop and direct orientations, development, and training programs for new and existing employees.
• Manage and monitor information, changes, updates, and questions related to employee benefits, insurance, and compliance.
• Maintain an active membership with the Society for HR Management (SHRM).

QUALIFICATIONS

• HR professional with 5-10 years of experience and/or 4-year degree in HR Management or a related field.
• Must be proficient with computers including the Microsoft suite with special priority on Excel.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Motivated self-starter with great organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task projects with equal priority.
• Able to direct/manage others, meet deadlines and anticipate work.
• Ability to respond to sensitive matters and/or situations with discretion, tact, and confidentiality.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Enhanced analytical skills and an aptitude for problem solving.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
• Business casual environment.
• Positive attitudes.
• High volume service environment where personal accountability is encouraged and reinforced.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, focus vision, handle or feel. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

OTHER

Employee must be legally qualified to work in the United States. Employee must pass a background check conducted by a neutral third party. References will be contacted, and all information provided will be verified.

Nothing in this job description restricts Worcester Preparatory School’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $70,000