Director of Human Resources at Pomfret School

Pomfret, Connecticut, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Human Resources Management, Strategic Planning, Recruitment, Onboarding, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Benefits Administration, Legal Compliance, Payroll Management, Conflict Resolution, Organizational Planning, HRIS, Staff Supervision, Policy Development, Professional Development

Industry

Description

Description Job Purpose: As director, set the course and lead the comprehensive human resources function for Pomfret School, supporting all faculty and staff members. Act as a strategic partner to the school's leadership team by fostering a positive, equitable, and inclusive work environment. Guide the school through recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, benefits administration, and legal compliance. Requirements Essential Functions & Duties: In alignment with the Pomfret School strategic priorities, set the HR’s mission and strategic goals, and implement best practices for school-wide human resources management Collaborate purposefully with the leadership team (Head of School, Associate Head of School, Dean of Faculty, CFO, etc.) on staffing, organizational planning, and school culture initiatives Supervise and mentor the Payroll Manager, overseeing the entire payroll function and implementing robust internal controls to guarantee processing accuracy and integrity Partner with the CFO to ensure the employee benefits and HR department budgets are appropriate, not exceeded, and spent wisely Lead the recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding and offboarding process for staff Support Dean of Faculty on recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding process for faculty Manage annual reappointment letter process Administer and evaluate employee compensation and benefits programs, serving as the primary liaison with benefit brokers and providers Oversee employee relations, thoughtfully guiding conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and grievance procedures with empathy, fairness, and legal compliance Ensure school-wide compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations (e.g., FMLA, CTFLMA, ADA, OSHA) Maintain, update, and distribute the Employee Handbook and ensure external and internal correspondence regarding HR policies is clear and timely Develop and oversee staff performance evaluation systems and professional development training programs Stay current with programs, trends, and legal changes in the human resources and independent school fields, attending relevant local and national conferences Must adhere to all School policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook Continually meet or exceed Pomfret School’s Standards of Behavior, Character, and Engagement Perform other duties as assigned Position, Education/Certification and Software Requirements: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree or relevant advanced degree preferred SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP or HRCI (PHR/SPHR) certification is highly desirable Ideally five or more years of progressive HR leadership experience, preferably within an independent school, higher education, or non-profit setting Strong proficiency with HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems), payroll software, and standard office technology Comprehensive knowledge of state and federal labor laws and regulatory compliance Knowledge of and willingness to participate fully in the life of a vibrant boarding school community Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; ability to coordinate tasks in a deadline-driven environment Absolute commitment to confidentiality, discretion, and professional integrity when handling sensitive employee information Work Conditions: Works in an in-person environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time

Responsibilities

The Director of Human Resources will lead the comprehensive HR function, acting as a strategic partner to the school's leadership team. Responsibilities include overseeing recruitment, payroll, benefits administration, employee relations, and ensuring legal compliance across the school.