Executive Director - Human Resources

Job Title

Executive Director - Human Resources

• Position Type:
  Administration/Executive Director - Human Resources
• Date Posted: 12/5/2025
• Location:
  
  Community High School District 94
• Date Available:
  
  07/01/2026
• District:
  Community High School District 94

It is the responsibility of the Executive Director of Human Resources to supervise and guide the strategic staffing plans, compensation, benefits, training and development, budget, and labor relations of District 94.

• Coordinates, under the direction of the Superintendent, the recruitment, interview and hiring of all employees and reporting of same to the Superintendent and Board of Education. Among other things, this includes licensure records, non-administrative job descriptions, salary determination and records, and contract preparation.
• Manages and oversees the PERA process along with the evaluation framework of certified staff.
• Prepares and maintains complete and accurate records for all District employees.
• Develops and maintains a list of qualified and available substitute teachers and coordinates the securing of substitute employees, as required.
• Assists with the orientation and mentoring of all new certified staff and plans for the orientation of all support staff.
• Oversees the mentorship program for all new support staff.
• Assists with the coordination of student teacher placement, in collaboration with the office of the Principal.
• Coordinates Federal programs related to personnel administration and completes required Federal, State, and County reports.
• Serves as the District’s Title IX Coordinator and Nondiscrimination Coordinator.
• Investigates allegations regarding student and staff issues for which the position is responsible in its job description.
• Serves as the District FOIA Officer.
• Coordinates ISBE mandated training for all school personnel.
• Assists, as appropriate, with planning staff development programs.
• Collaborates with the Business Office to ensure consistent interpretation and implementation of policies, laws, negotiated contracts, and oversight of the insurance program.
• Assists the Superintendent with the preparation for, and conduct of, collective bargaining with District unions and serves as chief negotiator for the Board of Education.
• Manages ADA compliance efforts, ensuring adherence to regulations and providing necessary accommodations.
• Administers leaves of absence and FMLA processes, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and District policies.
• Oversees the Reduction in Force (RIF) process, ensuring compliance with District policies, school code, and labor agreements.
• Plans and executes staff recognition programs.
• Coordinates and oversees annual open enrollment for benefits.
• Carries out duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

• Human Resources Specialist

• ISBE PEL with administrative licensure preferred
• Related master’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university
• Previous administrative experience preferred

• Must be able to perform all of the duties and responsibilities of the position
• Demonstrates leadership ability
• Ability to communicate effectively and accurately, both orally and in writing, in English
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external constituents
• Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Ability to deal with difficult situations courteously and tactfully
• Possess strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills

This position offers a starting salary range of $135,000 to $150,000, with the final salary based on experience and qualifications. Pay scale and benefit information is available on our website HERE .

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Contractual language requires that positions be posted for a minimum of five business days. Positions will be posted until filled.

Equal educational and extracurricular opportunities shall be…