Chief Talent Management Officer

Chief Talent Management Officer

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION:
Provides management oversight to all Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) programs and services related to human resources operations, human capital, labor relations, and compliance and investigations activities; develops and drives human resources strategies that align with the organization's goals and objectives and that empower the human resources organization to provide effective and efficient customer service; focuses on recruiting, retaining, and compensating a diverse, adaptive, and supported workforce;

ensures that human resources policies and procedures are in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations; serves as a liaison between the School Board, community groups, and the Office of the Chief Talent Management Officer.

CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:
None

Job Specific Information:
The salary for this position is $264,855. This position is posted ongoing until filled. Please upload a current resume and interest letter. For information about benefits, please follow the link below.  Full

Job Description:

Job Details

• Job Grade: NS

• Organization:
Offices

• Primary

Location:

Rockville

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Schedule:

Full-time

• Working Months: 12

• Shift: Day Job

• Job Posting Date:
Dec 22, 2025, 5:30:16 PM

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of the principles and practices of public-school system policies and human resources programs. Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements applicable to the MCPS human resources programs and compliance, including Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), EEOC regulations;
Title VII and Title IX, employment and, Fair Labor Standards Act, HB486, child abuse and prevention laws. Knowledge of labor relations laws, principles, and practices within a public-sector, PreK-12 school system, including collective bargaining frameworks, contract administration, employment practices and grievance resolution processes. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the multiplicity of constituencies served by the district, the School Board, and federal, state, and county officials.

Ability to manage fiscal, physical, and human resources necessary to carry out the diverse functions and programs of the department. Ability to establish goals, objectives, and action plans. Ability to analyze a variety of administrative, operational, and fiscal problems and make sound recommendations for solutions. Ability to set, communicate, monitor, and assess program priorities and performance standards. Ability to drive continuous improvements based on data-driven decision making.

Ability to plan, formulate, and execute policies and programs. Ability to explain and interpret MCPS regulations, policies, and rules to individuals and groups to gain compliance, cooperation, and understanding. Ability to manage, motivate, lead, and challenge a team (also through subordinates). Ability to create an organizational culture of client-centered service. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND

EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a master's degree in human resources, public administration, business administration, or a closely related field. Doctoral degree preferred. Eight (8) years of experience in HR operations/management and/or other high-level executive or senior leadership roles directing organizational management and development, strategic planning, and implementation. Experience maintaining compliance with employment laws, labor relations and contract administration, and leading best practices in human resources in a K-12 school environment.

Advanced degree(s) beyond the minimum degree requirement in a relevant field may be considered for some experience. Experience in the PreK-12 sector preferred.

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