Director of Human Resources

Description

The Northwest School is a college-preparatory, co-educational independent school near the heart of downtown Seattle. We offer a rich and challenging program to about 450 students in grades 6 through 12, including international students, many of whom live in our campus dormitory.

Northwest offers a vibrant, intellectual home. A warm inclusive community. A dynamic liberal arts education for grades 6-12 that prepares students to think critically, act compassionately, and discover their place in the world.

The Northwest School is a community committed to a diverse and equitable workplace and expects applicants to have a commitment to diversity and social justice. We firmly believe that we are a richer, more creative and dynamic institution when our collective is built with a diverse set of community members. The Northwest School strives for its faculty and student body to reflect the diversity of the society in which they exist. Candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

The Director of Human Resources is responsible for the overall HR functions at The Northwest School, including compensation and benefits programs, talent acquisition programs, employee relations and performance management, and legal compliance. The HR Director supervises 1 full-time Benefits and HRIS Manager, and reports to the Head of School. The Northwest School employees about 140 regular employees and 100 seasonal employees.

Essential Functions:

Provide leadership and supervision in the operation of the Human Resources Office. Ensure policies and practices are compliant with applicable laws and in the spirit of the mission of the School.

Support the annual compensation planning process by conducting market benchmarking for pay and benefits, analyze pay for teachers and administrative employees, make salary recommendations, and execute the pay program approved by the Head of School and Director of Finance and Operations. Issue teacher contracts and administrative employee pay letters.

Create and administer the annual goal setting and performance evaluation program for non-teaching employees, including a leadership 360 evaluation for administrators. Conduct training on goal setting, feedback, and leadership competencies.

Manage the hiring process for teaching and administrative employees. Create procedures and policies regarding hiring. Edit and distribute hiring handbook and training, deliver anti-bias training for search committees, usher the search process, meet with candidates, and consult on employment offers.

Responsible for employee relations matters. Consult with supervisors on performance improvement, assist in writing plans and discipline communications, ensure compliance with the employee handbook and applicable laws. Serve as a resource for employees, provide policy interpretation, problem-solving, and resources.

Oversee programs that contribute to a working and learning environment free from harassment and discrimination. Ensure annual anti-harassment and discrimination training is administered and tracked, lead harassment and discrimination complaint investigation process, update and distribute related policies.

Manage employee Leaves of absence.

Oversee the employee benefits programs by collaborating with brokers on annual renewals and plan design. Supervise the Benefits and HRIS Manager.

Oversee the employee onboarding process by collaborating with colleagues on orientation activities, requirements, and creating engaging programming for new employees.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the school’s mission, values, and philosophy, especially related to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and environmental sustainability.

A commitment to a learning and working culture where all community members feel seen, valued, and heard.

A bachelor's degree and five years of progressively responsible experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with diverse stakeholders.

Ability to hear and problem solve with employees in a compassionate manner.

Demonstrated analytical, strategic, and problem-solving ability.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Intermediate to expert user of Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications:

HR certification, PHR/SPHR or SHRM CP/SCP

Experience practicing HR in an educational setting

Compensation:

Salary is highly competitive with top independent schools in the region and commensurate with education and experience and includes all professional responsibilities of a teacher, both in the classroom and community contributions. Salary range is $120,000-$125,000 (annual) and is based on skills and qualifications.

The Northwest School offers an excellent benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life and accident insurance coverage, fully paid for employee only coverage. A retirement program matches up to 6% of an employee's salary after one year of service in a 403(b) plan. An intentional, mission focused school culture, generous time off, lunch, access to the on-site fitness facility, an exceptional commitment to professional development, and a unique urban location are also benefits of working at the Northwest School.

Application Process:
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and statement of teaching philosophy online: http://northwestschool.org/about-the-school/employment

**Please note: we are unable to consider materials submitted through other avenues such as Indeed.com without a corresponding application through our website.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, or marital status.

Salary : $120,000 - $125,000