Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources bei Montgomery County Schools

The Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources (HR) provides visionary leadership and strategic

direction for all aspects of human capital management within the school district. This position

oversees the development, implementation, and evaluation of policies and programs related to

staffing, recruitment, retention, professional development, performance evaluation, employee

relations, compensation, benefits, licensure, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

The role is critical in fostering a culture of equity, continuous improvement, and employee engagement

to support student achievement and district goals.

Essential Duties

-Serve as a key member of the superintendent’s cabinet, contributing to district-wide strategic

planning and decision-making.

- Develop and implement a comprehensive human capital management plan aligned with the

district’s strategic priorities.

-Lead HR initiatives to promote a positive, inclusive, and productive work environment across all

schools and departments.

-Collaborate with district leadership to support school improvement efforts through effective

staffing and personnel management.

-Advise administrators and supervisors on personnel matters, including grievances, disciplinary

actions, and conflict resolution.

-Ensure consistent interpretation and application of board policies, personnel laws, and

employment regulations (e.g., Title IX, FMLA, ADA, EEOC).

-Serve as the district’s liaison to legal counsel in employee matters.

-Facilitate investigations of alleged employee misconduct or violations of policy and recommend

appropriate action.

-Ensure all certified staff maintain valid licensure as required by the North Carolina Department of

Public Instruction (NCDPI).

-Oversee the implementation of the NC Educator Evaluation System (NCEES) and support

administrators in using evaluation data to guide professional growth.

-Monitor evaluation data to identify trends, areas for support, and alignment with district

performance expectations.

-Supervise the development and administration of salary schedules, employment contracts, and

job classifications in collaboration with Finance.

-Oversee employee benefits administration, including health insurance, retirement plans, and

wellness initiatives.

-Ensure HR records are maintained in accordance with legal and ethical standards, including

confidentiality and data protection.

-Utilize HRMS systems and data analytics to inform decision-making and improve operational

efficiency.

-Collaborate with other departments to align professional development with district priorities and

employee needs.

-Support leadership development programs for aspiring and current school leaders.

-Provide ongoing training to HR staff, school administrators, and other personnel on HR policies, legal updates, and best practices.

-Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring and workplace practices.

-Implement employee engagement initiatives and climate surveys to inform continuous improvement.

-Mediate conflicts and support a respectful, safe, and professional work environment across the district.

-Directly supervises Human Resources Specialists and support staff.

-Evaluates the performance of HR department personnel and provides professional growth opportunities.

-Coordinates with principals and department heads regarding personnel needs and performance issues.

-Additional responsibilities as delegated

Education/Experience Requirements

-Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or a related field.

-N.C. Administrator’s Certificate or equivalent combination of education and experience

-Minimum of 5-10 years of progressively responsible administrative experience in K-12 education,

including leadership in human resources or school/district administration.Knowledge of North Carolina General Statutes and DPI licensure requirements.

-Demonstrated expertise in employee relations, personnel law, and HR policy development.

Physical Requirements

-Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA,

FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or

quantitative productivity standards

-Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal,

state and local standards

-Must be able to physically perform the basic operational functions of stooping, kneeling, crouching,

reaching, standing, walking, hearing and repetitive motion

-Ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds