Salary: $69,843.60 - $114,015.24 Annually
Location : Ashland, VA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 03690
Department: Human Resources
Opening Date: 08/13/2025
Description GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs professional duties that proactively enhance an effective human resources program. Areas of responsibility include recruitment/selection, performance management guidance, employee relations, presenting at universities and other job fairs, and other Human Resources duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES (These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
- Recruits and assists with the staffing of professional and support staff;
- Makes recommendations regarding staffing and professional development needs assessments;
- Works closely with the assigned client group and leadership to strategize staffing recommendations;
- Provides guidance and coaching to supervisors regarding employee issues or concerns;
- Serves as mediator and facilitator for employees;
- Assists with and participates in job fairs as well as other employee career opportunities as assigned;
- Builds relationships with prospective candidates and university partners;
- Engages in public speaking opportunities to promote the school division;
- Assists when needed with coordination of new employee/teacher/substitute orientations;
- Assists in staffing summer school program;
- Assists to secure long term substitutes with school administration for assigned areas of recruitment;
- Conducts stay and exit conferences and prepares analysis related to turnover/retention of employee groups;
- Investigates complaints made by or involving employees;
- Coordinates HR employee communication activities;
- Plans, coordinates, and conducts HR events for licensed and support staff;
- Assists with planning of various HCPS Employee award and recognition events (i.e., Opening Convocation Program, Leadership Conference, Retiree Celebration, etc.);
- May supervise departmental support staff;
- Professionally communicates in written and verbal form;
- Assists with other assigned tasks related to instructional and support staff as directed by the Assistant Superintendent and Director of Human Resources;
- Performs related work as required.
Qualifications: KSA's, Education KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to work and communicate effectively with HR staff, supervisors throughout the school division, and applicants. Ability to research and recommend program modifications. Ability to counsel employees on employment-related issues. Ability to represent the school division in a professional and knowledgeable manner. Extensive knowledge of legal and effective HR practices regarding recruitment, interviewing and selection practices; knowledge of employment compliance regulations Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of all areas of human resource management; current federal/state regulations related to employment (i.e. EEOC, ADA, FLSA , etc.); Ability to understand and interpret related school board policies and procedures. comprehensive knowledge of business English and spelling; ability to establish harmonious working relationships with others; ability to work under pressure; ability to organize and perform work independently; ability to deal effectively with other employees and the general public. Demonstrated ability to forecast staffing needs. Demonstrated ability to supervise and evaluate others performing professional work. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively; to analyze, interpret and apply HR laws, regulations and guidelines and to analyze and resolve conflicts that may be confidential, sensitive and/or difficult in nature. Computer proficiency with MS Office and in-depth understanding of sourcing tools, like resume databases and online communities and familiarity with social media recruiting.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Required: Bachelor's Degree in education, human resources or relevant field. Minimum of five years of successful experience in human resources and/or in education. Valid VA Driver's License.
Requires professional-level and progressively responsible human resources experience. An equivalent combination of education and professional level experience administering personnel policies, procedures, and programs may be accepted in lieu of level of education.
Preferred: Master's Degree. Current PHR/SHRM and/or pHCLE certification. Administrative/Supervisory experience. Knowledge and experience in K-12 public education.
Terms of Employment IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Director of Human Resources
LOCATION: Central Office
WORK SCHEDULE: 12M - 8 Hrs.
PAYGRADE: 18
SALARY SCALE: Uniform
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/DIRECT/INDIRECT REPORTS: May supervise direct reports
Physical requirements and Disclaimer PHYSICAL CONDITIONS: Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the computer, telephone, social media, and personal contact. Communication may not be cooperative in nature and requires tact and discretion. Frequent telephonic and occasional personal contact with Department Heads, Principals, applicants, internal and external organizations at County and State level, employees and the general public is required.
Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Work is regularly performed in an office setting, with a minimum of 10 times through the year requiring travel to job fair sites. Position requires some lifting of equipment and materials unassisted and setting up and taking down job fair equipment and supplies as needed. May require some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions. Travel to school sites throughout the County is common and periodic state or regional travel, including overnight stays is required. Attendance to meetings outside the normal duty hours is often required.
Update 4/2023; Revised 8/2016; Rev. 7/2010 Staffing Changes/ Hanover County Public Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.
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The Hanover County School Board does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, disability or national origin in its employment practices or educational programs and activities. The Director for Special Education is designated as coordinator for non-discrimination for access to and implementation of programs under Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. The Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources is designated as coordinator for non-discrimination regarding personnel matters under Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. To contact Hanover County Public Schools by phone, you may call .
