Human Resources Director

School Administrative Unit 70 is seeking an experienced human resources leader to serve as the next HR Director for the Dresden, Hanover, and Norwich School Districts.

 

As the first and oldest interstate school system in the U.S., we serve the vibrant communities of Hanover, New Hampshire, and Norwich, Vermont. Managing three separate school districts and four governing boards requires a hands-on leader who can balance high-level technical complexity with a person-centered approach. Our ideal Director is a versatile leader: an expert in dual-state labor laws, a strategist for digital HR systems, and a trusted coach for our administrative teams.

 

Based in the heart of the Upper Valley, SAU 70 offers a stable, intellectually stimulating, and highly supportive environment. This is a year-round leadership role that ensures our educators have the support they need to maintain our standing as the #1 academic district in the region.

 

Position begins in June 2025, open until filled.

 

This position is budgeted for $100,000 for the FY27 year. Benefits for this position can be found in the Administrator I Standard Benefits. Please visit the Information for New Hires page for more. 

 

 

POSITION TITLE:  HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR

Job Description Approved By:  SAU 70 

Date:

07/2023

General Purpose:

Direct and manage the district’s human resources function. Responsible for the strategic planning and implementation of human resource programs. Recommend and implement legally sound and effective human resource management programs, policies, and practices

Reports to:

Superintendent of Schools

   

Supervises:

Human Resources Assistant(s), SAU Administrative Assistant, Volunteer Coordinator, Crossing Guards

 

 

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Except as specifically noted, the following functions are considered essential to this position:

• Manage employee benefits packages and ensure they are in line with district policies, bargaining agreements and legislative mandates
• Respond to written and verbal inquiries from district employees and applicants for the purpose of solving problems, providing information, facilitating communication among parties and/or providing direction.
• Responsible for onboarding of all district employees ensuring compliance in the following areas:
• I-9 Documentation
• Background Checks 
• State reporting requirements
• Process all paperwork required for the initiation of employment with SAU districts including the review of employee benefits and district policies.
• Coordinate all pay and benefit plans for all employee groups.
• Responsible for ACA data collection, preparation, distribution and IRS submission.
• Prepare and maintain required annual trainings for employees ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Assist with union negotiations
• Responsible for survey and data collections, ensuring that reports are accurate and timely
• Plan, coordinate & conduct annual open enrollment for all employee groups:
• Website content
• Employee education and support
• 1:1 Support       
• Responsible for calculation and preparation of annual employee con­tracts/agreements for all employees and for communicating contract adjustments to payroll when necessary.
• Provide training and support to building level Administrators and administrative assistants:
• Applicant Tracking systems
• Time and attendance
• Recruitment 
• Onboarding

• Create ad-hoc reports as needed (Time & Attendance, Vector training, ERP Pro and various other software platforms).
• Provide in-house consulting for District administrators and staff; provides information

to and assists supervisors in resolving employee relations and work performance

problems in accordance with District policies, procedures and all pertinent laws and

regulations. 

• Consult with legal counsel regarding employee issues as needed
• Ensure that all applicable paperwork associated with termination of employees is processed timely and accurately  
• Administration, coordination, and maintenance of district- and employee-paid post-retirement benefits for retirees. Maintain retiree database.
• Responsible for processing and administering claims for life insurance, disability benefits, and workers’ compensation. 
• Responsible for employee leave administration ensuring compliance with federal and state (NH & VT) laws. 
• Responsible for district 403b plans - (work with 3rd party administrator ensuring compliance with with IRS regulations)
• Establish and maintain Excel spreadsheets for salary and benefits to support budget preparation and collective bargaining.  
• Maintain and troubleshoot Time & Attendance software; create payroll reports as needed. Ensure integrations are working and maintained. (FTP ERP to Frontline)
• Work with third party administrators to coordinate for: 
• Medical Insurance
• Health reimbursement administration 
• Flexible Spending Benefits 
• 403B tax sheltered administration coordination 
• Dental plan 
• COBRA administration 
• Oversee employee wellness programs
• Develop and implement human resources policies and procedures.
• Ensure compensation and benefits are in line with school district’s policies and legislation.
• Maintain knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting HR functions including NH State Retirement and District Retirement rules and procedures, District and Federal insurance programs, Leaves of Absence Policies, Worker’s Compensation, FMLA, FERPA, etc.
• Perform other duties and accept responsibilities as assigned.
• Must comply with all SAU 70 District policy and building / department rules, procedures, practices and objectives.

This general outline illustrates the type of work, which characterizes the Job Classification. It is not an all-encompassing statement of the specific duties, responsibilities and qualifications of individual positions assigned to the classification.

 

 

 Evaluation:

• Performance of duty responsibilities will be reviewed annually by the Superintendent of Schools

   TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

 

• Full-Time

• Year-round

•  Exempt

 

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s  Degree in Human Resources Administration
• Five (5) years of relevant experience
• Notary public
• Experience maintaining HRIS 

 

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong problem solving skills
• Knowledge of ACA regulations
• Attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Knowledge of state retirement systems preferred
• Ability to remain calm in difficult situations.
• Ability to successfully multi-task within role.
• Ability to accurately and expeditiously type correspondence, reports and memoranda according to standard business practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures and instructions.
• Ability to operate a personal computer using standard or customized software applications appropriate to the assigned tasks.

 

LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• None
  

 

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS: 

 

Primary Physical Requirements:

(Not, Rarely, Occasionally, or Frequently Required)

1.  Lift up to 10 lbs:

Frequently required

2.  Lift 11 to 25 lbs:

Frequently required

3.  Lift 25 to 50 lbs:

Occasionally required

4.  Lift over 50 lbs:

Not required

5.  Carry up to 10 lbs:

Occasionally required

6.  Carry 11 to 25 lbs:

Frequently required

7.  Carry 26 to 50 lbs:

Occasionally required

8.  Carry over 50 lbs:

Not required

9.  Reach above shoulder height:

Frequently required

10. Reach at shoulder height:

Frequently required

11. Reach below shoulder height:

Frequently required

12. Push/Pull:

Occasionally required

 

Hand Manipulation:

(Not, Rarely, Occasionally, or Frequently Required)

1. Keyboarding:

Frequently required

2. Gross Manipulation:

Frequently required

3. Fine Manipulation:

Frequently required

 

Other Physical Considerations:

(Not, Rarely, Occasionally, or Frequently Required)

1. Twisting:

Occasionally required

2. Bending:

Frequently required

3. Crawling:

Rarely required

4. Squatting:

Frequently required

5. Kneeling:

Rarely required

6. Crouching:

Rarely required

7. Climbing:

Rarely required

8. Balancing:

Occasionally required

 

During the Work Day, Employee is Required to:

 

1. Sit:

up to 3 consecutive hours

2. Stand:

up to 3 consecutive hours

3. Walk:

up to 1 consecutive hour

 

Cognitive and Sensory Requirement(s):

 

1. Effectively exchange an receive information and instructions, and respond to inquiries;

1. Communicate with others;

1. Observe students and staff to ensure safety

 

Work Environment:  Inside: up to 100% 

Outside: up to 20%

 

Work Surface(s): Office Desk, Office Chair

Carpeted floor, tile floor

 

Other Training, Skills and Experience Requirements:

Ability to work with staff, students, parents, and the community

 

Other Considerations and Requirements:

The physical demands of an employee in a  HR Director role are minimal.  The employee is occasionally required to do some lifting.  Employee is typically able to sit and stand as needed.

 

Applicants will be subjected to a criminal background check as required by state law.