Overview

POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)

SENIOR DIRECTOR

WORKING TITLE

Senior Director-Talent Acquisition

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Human Resources

LOCATION

Crossroads III, Cary, NC

PAY GRADE

Senior Director-Band 1

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

No

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends) Position is available for a Hybrid Telework workweek

POSITION PURPOSE:

Provides leadership in support of the district’s human capital strategic initiatives focused on recruitment, hiring, and retaining high quality talent for the district. Administers, maintains, and evaluates the effectiveness of the school system’s recruitment and retention efforts by gathering and analyzing data to maintain and implement a system-wide recruitment and retention plan that aligns with the Wake County Public School System’s (WCPSS) strategic plan. Oversees and directs the staffing of all positions in the district, including collaborating with other departments to ensure compliance with position allotments, data, and reporting responsibilities for various human capital initiatives, etc.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Extensive knowledge of policies governing North Carolina Professional Educator’s Licensure requirements including the licensure renewal process;
• Comprehensive knowledge of recruitment and retention practices;
• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office specifically Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint; Google Apps; Canvas;
• Considerable knowledge of database systems with the ability to analyze and organize data within large, complex databases;
• Effective time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines;
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
• Ability to make independent judgments and to implement creative solutions to problems;
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply specific rules and regulations governing recruitment and hiring practices;
• Ability to effectively manage multiple budgets;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, external agencies, vendors, and the public.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in human resources management, business, or education; AND
• Five years of progressive experience in recruitment, retention, human resources, or related field; AND
• Demonstrated successful supervision experience; experience in school leadership, staffing, or as a principal.

An equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and experience which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to successfully meet the essential duties may be considered.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license according to the State of North Carolina requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in education or human resources from a regionally accredited college or university or a related field;
• Experience in a public school environment as a principal;
• Hold or be qualified to hold a North Carolina Professional Educator’s License for School Administrator-Principal or Curriculum Instructional Specialist;
• Experience in a Human Resources Leadership position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, scanners, and copiers. The position, at times, must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff, external agencies, vendors, and the public. Work is considered light physical work, requiring the exertion of up to ten pounds of force. The work frequently requires travel and driving automotive equipment both in county and out of county.

EFFECTIVE DATE: 9/2023

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by HR and approved at any time.