Dolton School District 149
Director of Human Resources
Dolton School District 149, Calumet City, Illinois, United States, 60409
Position Type:
Administration/Director
Date Posted: 8/25/2025
Location: District / Central Office
Date Available: 09/01/2025
Closing Date: Until Filled
POSITION : Director of Human Resources
QUALIFICATIONS:
Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a General Administrative Endorsement (formerly Type 75). Master's degree in Educational Administration, Human Resources, or a related field. Minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching and/or administrative experience, preferably in a public school setting. Demonstrated knowledge of school law, employee relations, personnel policies, and collective bargaining. Title IX Coordinator experience. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills. Experience in recruiting, evaluating, and retaining high-quality staff. Prior Human Resources experience highly recommended. Must possess a high degree of attention to detail and be proficient in independently performing detailed special assignments with a high degree of accuracy. Experience with school board relations and reporting.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop, implement, and monitor policies and procedures related to sexual harassment, discrimination, and workplace harassment. Adhere to and enforce board policy, school guidelines, administrative directives, and district standard. Oversee interviewing of all employee groups by developing and directing, in cooperation with the administrative staff, procedures and criteria for the selection and employment of the most qualified available candidates (Including efficient pre-employment procedures: pre-screening and interview process, checking of credentials, references, background checks, and verification of certification and licensure status). Maintain employee records, discipline, and documents in a confidential manner. Enforce guidelines to maintain proper discipline and conduct. Submit all requested forms and reports that pertain to personnel according to federal and state requirements to meet required deadlines. Remain abreast of governmental statutes, rules and regulations pertaining to personnel administration and ensure compliance. Assist with compliance of the requirements of PERA and evaluation processes. Monitor timelines for observations, evaluations, and professional development plans. Organize and conduct New Staff Training for all employees. Facilitate exit interviews, compile data for analysis and submit reports to the Superintendent. Plan, develop, and administer staff record-keeping programs and procedures concerning certification, seniority, tenure, and attendance. Develop and update employee handbook. Assign and supervise the work of the staff in the Human Resources Department. Establish partnerships with universities and colleges to recruit and promote educational needs. Develop, manage, and implement the strategic direction of all public relations, marketing, and communication related activities. Assist with responding to emergencies both during and after normal working hours to facilitate and coordinate effective communication and decision-making. Assist with organizing local events, attend community meetings, and create programs for community outreach. Develop, maintain, monitor, and oversee human resource systems and processes. Oversee employee evaluation processes in partnership with building and district administrators. Manage employee records, certification, licensure, and contract administration. Investigate and resolve personnel issues, including grievances and disciplinary matters. Develop and implement policies and procedures that foster equity, diversity, and inclusion. Advise the Superintendent and Board of Education on personnel matters and recommend policy updates. Attend board meetings and prepare reports for the Board as directed by the Superintendent. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Superintendent.
DEADLINE:
Until filled
EFFECTIVE:
Immediately
SALARY RANGE:
$140,000
APPLICATION:
Complete Application on our District Website through AppliTrack. Send letter of interest, talents, resume, and (3) professional references to: April Brown, Human Resources Administrative Assistant at browna@sd149.org.
School District 149 considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion creed, gender, National origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Attachment(s):
2025-2026 DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES POSTING 8-25-2025.pdf
Date Posted: 8/25/2025
Location: District / Central Office
Date Available: 09/01/2025
Closing Date: Until Filled
POSITION : Director of Human Resources
QUALIFICATIONS:
Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a General Administrative Endorsement (formerly Type 75). Master's degree in Educational Administration, Human Resources, or a related field. Minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching and/or administrative experience, preferably in a public school setting. Demonstrated knowledge of school law, employee relations, personnel policies, and collective bargaining. Title IX Coordinator experience. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills. Experience in recruiting, evaluating, and retaining high-quality staff. Prior Human Resources experience highly recommended. Must possess a high degree of attention to detail and be proficient in independently performing detailed special assignments with a high degree of accuracy. Experience with school board relations and reporting.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop, implement, and monitor policies and procedures related to sexual harassment, discrimination, and workplace harassment. Adhere to and enforce board policy, school guidelines, administrative directives, and district standard. Oversee interviewing of all employee groups by developing and directing, in cooperation with the administrative staff, procedures and criteria for the selection and employment of the most qualified available candidates (Including efficient pre-employment procedures: pre-screening and interview process, checking of credentials, references, background checks, and verification of certification and licensure status). Maintain employee records, discipline, and documents in a confidential manner. Enforce guidelines to maintain proper discipline and conduct. Submit all requested forms and reports that pertain to personnel according to federal and state requirements to meet required deadlines. Remain abreast of governmental statutes, rules and regulations pertaining to personnel administration and ensure compliance. Assist with compliance of the requirements of PERA and evaluation processes. Monitor timelines for observations, evaluations, and professional development plans. Organize and conduct New Staff Training for all employees. Facilitate exit interviews, compile data for analysis and submit reports to the Superintendent. Plan, develop, and administer staff record-keeping programs and procedures concerning certification, seniority, tenure, and attendance. Develop and update employee handbook. Assign and supervise the work of the staff in the Human Resources Department. Establish partnerships with universities and colleges to recruit and promote educational needs. Develop, manage, and implement the strategic direction of all public relations, marketing, and communication related activities. Assist with responding to emergencies both during and after normal working hours to facilitate and coordinate effective communication and decision-making. Assist with organizing local events, attend community meetings, and create programs for community outreach. Develop, maintain, monitor, and oversee human resource systems and processes. Oversee employee evaluation processes in partnership with building and district administrators. Manage employee records, certification, licensure, and contract administration. Investigate and resolve personnel issues, including grievances and disciplinary matters. Develop and implement policies and procedures that foster equity, diversity, and inclusion. Advise the Superintendent and Board of Education on personnel matters and recommend policy updates. Attend board meetings and prepare reports for the Board as directed by the Superintendent. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Superintendent.
DEADLINE:
Until filled
EFFECTIVE:
Immediately
SALARY RANGE:
$140,000
APPLICATION:
Complete Application on our District Website through AppliTrack. Send letter of interest, talents, resume, and (3) professional references to: April Brown, Human Resources Administrative Assistant at browna@sd149.org.
School District 149 considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion creed, gender, National origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Attachment(s):
2025-2026 DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES POSTING 8-25-2025.pdf