Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources

Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources

Rock Hill School District

Human Resources - Rock Hill, South Carolina

This job is also posted in Rock Hill School District 3

Job Details

Job ID:5315297

Application Deadline:Aug 17, 2025 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:Jul 31, 2025

Starting Date:Immediately

Job Description

General Definition of Work

The Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources under minimal supervision, performs executive level work with extensive decision-making discretion overseeing multiple processes as they relate to preemployment, employment, and post-employment of employees for the school district. This position plans, directs, manages, and evaluates all aspects of human resources. The employee is a member of the Superintendent's Executive Cabinet. Employee performs highly advanced and supervisory work to carry out Board of Education policies and procedures aligned to District priorities under the direction of the Superintendent.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary/Status

Board Approved Salary Schedule/Full-time, 12 months

Reports To

Superintendent

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Rock Hill Schools. Rock Hill Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures

Lead, manage, supervise, and evaluate assigned staff/programs in the district

Direct and lead the development of short and long-range plans

Serve as district legal compliance officer for all personnel related functions

Serve as Superintendent's designee on personnel issues

Counsel principals and other administrators in an advisory capacity and by providing pragmatic assistance on employee issues

Direct programs and processes to ensure all school system employees are afforded the right of due process through employee grievance hearings and investigations

Research and respond to inquiries and requests from the Superintendent, Board of Education, other administrators, and third parties regarding personnel issues

Ensure that all Human Resources systems are fair, equitable, and adhere to state, federal, and local laws, and school board policies

Prepare and recommend personnel policies and procedures that are compliant with laws and regulations governing school system employees

Attend regular and called meetings of the Board of Education as needed/required

Direct programs and processes to recruit, hire, and retain highly qualified teachers, administrators, and all other staff throughout the district

Prepare recommendations for employment, promotion, and retention of all administrative, professional, and support employees for the Board of Education

Oversee proper administration of licensure requirements for certified staff

Coordinate research and surveys of salaries and employee benefits for comparable positions in other school systems and in business and industry

Align professional development programs (such as training for mentors, alternative licensure programs, NBPTS certification, and ADEPT) for employees, including teachers and administrators, to achieve organizational goals

Develop and maintain a comprehensive employee induction and orientation program

Develop and maintain a comprehensive ethics training program for all employees

Direct processes to ensure accurate management of personnel records and reporting

Organize and sponsor special recognition programs for staff

Provide leadership and support for principals and assistant principals

Facilitate and oversee the departmental budgets

Develop and maintain a comprehensive employee evaluation system with necessary coaching and support to implement with fidelity

Manage worker's compensation claims while controlling district losses through a comprehensive safety program that educates employees

Manage unemployment claims while controlling district losses at hearings

Manage a comprehensive benefits program to attract and retain staff

Complete local, state, or federal surveys and reports accurately and promptly

Facilitate/participate in professional development workshops and leadership training

Create an inclusive environment with positive communication/public relations

Perform related work as assigned or required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Demonstrated experience in applying comprehensive in-depth knowledge and understanding of the principles, practices, and procedures of public school system policies and human resources programs required

Demonstrated experience in applying comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements applicable to school system human resources programs required

Demonstrated experience in applying thorough knowledge of county and school board policies, procedures, and standards regarding funding, position control, and allotments required

Ability to maintain professional and emotional control under stress required

Ability to reflect appropriate response to situations, while maintaining a professional and personal demeanor required

Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs

Ability to develop and monitor a budget

Ability to direct and evaluate the work of others

Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships

Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums

Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment and communicate rationale for solutions

Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business

Ability to develop related charts, graphs, reports, and records pertaining to school planning and strategy

Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement

Ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor, and evaluate new and/or current programs

Demonstrated ability to perform detailed work, planning, risk assessments, and associated risk mitigation actions

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in education, HR Management, or related area required

Master's degree in human resources or related area preferred

SC Certification (Principal or Superintendent) preferred

Minimum of five (5) years' experience as building or district administrator preferred

Equivalent combination of experience and education

Special Requirements

Possess and maintain a valid Driver's License or ability to provide own transportation

Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Work requires the occasional exertion of up to ten pounds of force

Work regularly requires exchange of accurate and detailed information through oral and written communication

Constantly operates a computer and other office business equipment

Ability to remain in stationary position for required meetings/work

Ability to move to other work locations

Visual acuity requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities

Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications

Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating standard office equipment, and the use of advanced technology

Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic)

Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions

Must be adaptable to performing under mild to high levels of stress

Must be on-call evenings and weekends as a regular part of the job

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this job. Job description is sourced from employee interviews, internal documents, representative job descriptions in similar districts, and other state/federal agencies.

Rock Hill Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Position Type:Full-Time