Position Details
Compensation
Commensurate depending on experience and qualifications
Reports To
Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations
Benefits
Competitive salary and generous benefit package which includes: Health, Dental, Vision, and LTD Insurance. Paid time off consists of vacation, sick time, and personal days.
Position Summary
The Human Resources Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting the district’s HR operations. This position is responsible for managing day-to-day personnel processes, benefits, onboarding, employee data systems, employee engagement, compliance tracking, and staff communications to ensure a smooth, confidential, and legally compliant HR environment.
Employee Onboarding, Offboarding, and Position Changes
– Coordinate a uniform onboarding process for new employees, including background checks, related documentation, and state-mandated training.
– Prepare and maintain personnel contracts and collective bargaining agreements.
– Serves as the District’s point of contact and subject matter expert on fingerprinting and background checks.
– Responsible for verifying certification renewals and tracking expiring teacher certifications.
– Ongoing communication with all staff.
Assists or directs employees who have retirement questions.
Health Benefits and Payroll Support
– Coordinates open enrollment for all staff. Answer staff questions and ensure completion of enrollment.
– Process all life events and end-of-employment actions.
– Maintain accurate employee records.
– Coordinates with the business office on a regular basis.
Workers’ Compensation, Unemployment, Leave of Absence
– Serve as the District subject matter expert and point of contact for all WC and unemployment Actions.
– Responsible for managing all claims from start to finish by submitting any required documentation.
– Maintain communication with employees and claim adjusters, as needed for WC claims.
– Respond to all Michigan UIA requests for information and represent the District at hearings.
– Responsible for processing all FMLA and other leave of absence requests.
Compliance and Reporting
– Serve as the district’s mandated training compliance officer.
– Maintain REP (Registry of Educational Personnel) and submit required state reports.
– Ensure all professional staff licensing and certification records are accurate and current in MOECS.
– EEO-5 Reporting
– Tenure Tracking
Communication and Administrative Support
– Disseminate employment information, job postings, and application instructions.
– Coordinate Years of Service recognition.
– Responsible for the preparation of monthly personnel reports for the Board.
– Perform other HR-related duties as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent or Superintendent.
– Develop employee engagement and recognition programs.
Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities Desired
– Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required
– MSBO HR Specialist, HRCI, or SHRM Certification.
– Three to five years of experience in school Human Resource Management.
– Strong communication skills with staff, administration, and the public.
– Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
– Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and database management systems; HR management software and systems.
– Knowledge of state data reporting requirements or willingness to acquire expertise.
– Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
– Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive HR matters.
– Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
Physical and Mental Demands / Work Environment
– Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may need to sit, stand, walk, reach, bend, stoop, or lift up to 25 pounds. Visual acuity required for reading and data entry.
– Work environment: Typically quiet to moderate noise levels.
– Mental functions: Requires analytical thinking, communication, organization, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills to perform tasks effectively.
Statement of Non-Discrimination
The Board of Education does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, “Protected Classes”),
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit:
– Letter of interest
– Resume
– References
– Relevant certifications or transcripts
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.