Human Resource Director

at  Hyde Park Day School

LESLIE SHANKMAN SCHOOL CORPORATION JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Human Resource Director
The Human Resources Director is directly responsible for the direction, administration, and coordination of all Human Resources functions for the Leslie Shankman School Corporation, including the Hyde Park Day School and the Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School. This position reports to the Chief Financial Officer and Executive Director and is a strategic and key position in our organization.
The Leslie Shankman School Corporation (LSSC) operates two private special education schools, the Hyde Park Day School, and the Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School. Our operating budget is approximately $18 million. We have 3 locations and approximately 150 employees. The LSSC provides business and administrative support to the schools it operates. We are a team of 7 employees and as a relatively small organization, our professionals have broad responsibilities and relationships across the organization. We are looking for a team player and a professional who is comfortable in this environment.
It is critical for success that the candidate has strong communication and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on fostering an inclusive environment and resolving conflict. Additionally, he/she must be able to communicate with management, staff and legal and professional consultants; and contribute to a positive environment.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Advanced degree in a related field preferred
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification preferred

EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of 7 years of Human Resources experience with 3-5 years in a Human Resources leadership role in a diverse work environment is required.
• Experience in an educational setting preferred, but not required.
• Experience working in school settings and with school faculty preferred.
• Expertise and significant experience in employee relations preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Hybrid schedule - however, we are a school with staff on-site every day and this candidate must have flexibility in their ability to be onsite to meet each school’s needs.
• Ability to sit for 2 hours to 4 hours.
• Ability to use computers extensively.