Executive Director, Human Resources at Westminster School District
About the Employer
WSD Vision: Leading the way as the premier Pre K-8th grade school district in Orange County, CA by providing exceptional and innovative experiences where all learners thrive. WSD Mission: It is our collective responsibility to educate and empower all students to pursue excellence through a distinctive, rigorous, and engaging academic experience. The Westminster School District, located in West Orange County, operates 17 schools: 13 elementary sites, three middle schools, and one site which provides preschool programs. The District has approximately 1,100 employees. The Westminster School District is recognized for high academic achievement and serves about 8,200 students, grades Preschool-8th. The district offers a broad scope of supplemental instructional programs including two dual immersion programs, GATE academy, music and band, exploratory STEAM/Coding programs, and state-of-the-art science and art facilities. Modern library-media centers, integration of technology, and specialized instruction help provide a well-balanced and rigorous curriculum to support students to become innovative, critical thinkers who readily adapt to a rapidly changing 21st-century environment.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under general direction of the Personnel Commission and Deputy Superintendent Human Resources, coordinate, organize and direct classified and certificated personnel functions of the district. Performs procedures necessary to administer the district’s classified personnel system in accordance with California merit system law, the rules and regulations of the Personnel Commission and the policies of the Board of Trustees. Serves as Secretary to the Personnel Commission. Participates in the formulation of district policy as a member of the Management Team and Superintendent’s Cabinet.
Requirements / Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A college degree in industrial relations, labor relations, human resources administration, public administration or a closely-related field. Five years of progressively responsible professional experience in personnel management, employer-employee relations, at least three of which must have been in a supervisory capacity, preferably in a California Merit System public school environment. A master’s degree in one of the fields listed is desirable. A master’s degree in one of the fields noted above may be substituted for two years of the required experience.
Applicants must submit a completed application via edjoin.org and submit the following: • Personal letter of intent stating your unique qualifications for this position • Professional resume • Three current letters of recommendation dated within one year, including one from your current supervisor • College Degrees/Transcripts Candidates passing through to the Level 1 oral exam interviews will receive a phone call on December 12, 2024 to schedule a time for the interview. Candidates not moving forward will be notified by email through edjoin. Level 1 Oral exam interview: December 16, 2024 Final Interview: December 17, 2024
- Copy of Transcript
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (• Three current letters of recommendation dated within one year, including one from your current supervisor )
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A college degree in industrial relations, labor relations, human resources administration, public administration or a closely-related field. Five years of progressively responsible professional experience in personnel management, employer-employee relations, at least three of which must have been in a supervisory capacity, preferably in a California Merit System public school environment. A master’s degree in one of the fields listed is desirable. A master’s degree in one of the fields noted above may be substituted for two years of the required experience.
Applicants must submit a completed application via edjoin.org and submit the following: • Personal letter of intent stating your unique qualifications for this position • Professional resume • Three current letters of recommendation dated within one year, including one from your current supervisor • College Degrees/Transcripts Candidates passing through to the Level 1 oral exam interviews will receive a phone call on December 12, 2024 to schedule a time for the interview. Candidates not moving forward will be notified by email through edjoin. Level 1 Oral exam interview: December 16, 2024 Final Interview: December 17, 2024
- Copy of Transcript
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (• Three current letters of recommendation dated within one year, including one from your current supervisor )
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
Salary and Benefits
The salary range for this position is from $12,913 - $14,747 per month in five annual steps on the Classified Management Salary Schedule. A comprehensive District-paid benefit package is provided which includes medical, dental and vision insurance with a district-paid cap.
24 vacation days/year
Comments and Other Information
Salary and Benefits
The salary range for this position is from $12,913 - $14,747 per month in five annual steps on the Classified Management Salary Schedule. A comprehensive District-paid benefit package is provided which includes medical, dental and vision insurance with a district-paid cap.
24 vacation days/year