Human Resources Specialist

Brookline Public Schools, School Administration Building (Town Hall), Brookline, Massachusetts

Job : 5537697

Final date to receive applications: Mar 01, 2026 5:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Feb 13, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

JOB TITLE: HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST

DATE REVISED: February 9, 2026

REPORTS TO: Director of Human Resources

POSITION TYPE: Exempt, Non‑Aligned, Salary, 12 months, Full Time

SALARY RANGE: $78,000- $88,000

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred or an equivalent combination of certifications, education, and experience
• 3 to 5 years of related professional experience, public school setting preferable
• Knowledge of and direct experience with employment and municipal laws and regulations
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent computation, written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient using data to guide professional practices, make decisions, and when making recommendations for improvement
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, particularly EXCEL and WORD, Google Suite, and other computerized HR information systems such as MUNIS or School ERP Pro, Talent Ed Applicant Tracking and Records, Frontline Absence Management, and other HRIS systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively to address concerns and resolve conflict in a professional, courteous manner
• Commitment to confidentiality and proper maintenance of sensitive employee information
• Current authorization to work in the United States by the first day of employment

Physically capable of carrying out the daily responsibilities of the office including (but not limited to): consistent attendance; stand; walk; use hands to manage tools and equipment; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, and sit for prolonged periods at a desk while working on a computer. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 - 30 pounds.

The HR Specialist is responsible for monitoring the fundamental administrative tasks within the human resources department. Organize, coordinate and carry out human resource department functions, projects, systems, and processes for the district. Work directly with and assist the human resources director to fulfill a variety of necessary HR tasks, including hiring, contract administration, employee accommodations, and employee separation. Maintain employee personnel personnel files and track data using HRIS software.

Help maintain positive employee relations and work to ensure positive user experience with HR processes and systems.

• Assists with development and communication of personnel procedures and employee handbooks
• Administers the district’s background check program including submission and review of CORI reports, and review of suitability letters or national fingerprinting reports
• Prepares, distributes, and files collective bargaining agreements and individual employment contracts
• Oversees internal posting and processes paperwork to hire for advisors, coaches, summer schools, and other part time and/or temporary assignments
• Assist principals with recruiting, hiring, placement, onboarding, and tracking of short and long term substitutes and student teachers and interns
• Maintains, tracks, monitors, and processes staffing information, including but not limited to seniority, professional teacher status, educator licensure status, professional development (PDP), employee lane change, terminations, assurance letters, vacation and sick leave buyback, etc.
• Assist with maintenance of employee personnel records, ensuring compliance with personnel file maintenance policies and regulations
• Initiate electronic personnel actions and ensures status changes are communicated to the Deputy Superintendent and payroll and benefits in an accurate and timely manner
• Conducts regular surveys and assessments to measure employee satisfaction and engagement and analyzes feedback to identify trends and areas for improvement
• Assist with development and implementation of employee performance management system for non‑certified…