Assistant Director of Human Resources

ESC Region 10 - Assistant Director of Human Resources

Date Posted: 2/20/2026

Deadline: Until Filled

Openings: 1

Commitment: Full Time

Primary

Purpose:

To support the human resource functions of Region 10 to ensure legally sound and effective human resource management practices. Responsible for the development and implementation of compensation administration, employee benefits, employee orientation, recruitment, staffing, and employee communication. Primarily assist all service area executives with all HR function needs.

• Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
• Oversee the development, monitoring, and updating of job titles, job descriptions, position classifications, postings, and recruitment strategies aligned with the ESC
• Monitor applicant flow, interview tracking, and hiring alignment to ensure equitable and timely selection processes
• Review applications and collaborate with ESC hiring managers on the candidate interview process, and track the interview process from application review to hiring
• Coordinate job assignments, scheduling, compensation, and compliance with full time, part time, and irregular part time employees
• Coordinate workforce forecasting efforts by analyzing program trends, expansion, grant funding, attrition rates, and retirement projections to anticipate staffing needs; develop short- and long-term staffing models that ensure appropriate personnel levels to support organizational and district service demands while maintaining budget alignment
• Support succession planning and staffing projections based on program growth and funding
• Compensation & Classification
• Oversee and administer the ESCs' compensation program, monitor and evaluate pay grades, salary schedules, and compensation structures to ensure internal/external equity, market competitiveness, fiscal responsibility, and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations; recommend adjustments based on compensation analysis, organizational needs, and budgetary constraints
• Prepare salary quotes and conduct compensation audits to ensure internal equity and compliance
• Compile and prepare organizational data for participating in salary surveys
• Maintain and update the ESC’s salary schedule/pay grades
• Collaborate with the payroll department to ensure employees are paid accurately
• Support adherence to federal, state, and local wage and hour regulations
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of all employee records
• Supervisor Coaching & Employee Support
• Provide guidance to supervisors and program directors on performance management, documentation, and employee development
• Oversee onboarding and offboarding processes, including stay interviews and exit interviews
• Monitor and maintain accurate employee data and HR records
• Employee Relations & Compliance
• Lead or support employee investigations and ensure timely, impartial resolution of workplace concerns
• Guide progressive discipline processes and assist with corrective actions and terminations in compliance with policy and law
• Promote a positive, professional, and service-oriented workplace culture
• General
• Assist in the development and monitoring of the program budget
• Assist the Chief Human Resources Officer with other duties as assigned by the Executive Director, Leadership, or the Human Resources office

Education/Certifications:

• Master’s degree required in Education, Business Administration, or Human Resources
• Texas Mid-management/Principal or Superintendent Certification required
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, pHCLE, TASBO RTSBA or RTSBO or other industry specific certification preferred

Experience:

• Three years of Human Resources leadership and or supervisory experience required in the administration of human resources functional areas: recruitment/employment/separations, benefits, compensation, human resource information systems, and records management. Human Resources and Compensation management experience.
• Three years of educational administration experience required
• Experience designing, developing, and implementing compensation programs and policies preferred
• Must have extensive experience with public schools and preferably with Texas public schools

$95,000-$122,500 (Salary estimate based on experience and skill set.)

• 10 annual personal leave days (5 state/5 local)
• 10 annual vacation days (prorated)
• Workday calendar similar to school district calendars (breaks & holidays)
• Monthly employer contribution of $500 toward health insurance
• Paid life insurance and telehealth
• Contributions to the Teacher Retirement System (TRS)
• Retirement Savings and Matching Plan to assist with employee retirement
• Opportunity for annual board approved raise in June

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