Assistant Superintendent Human Resources at Culver City Unified
About the Employer
CULVER CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT At Culver City Unified School District, we take our responsibility seriously and are committed to excellence for all students in what we call The 4 A's: Academics, Athletics, Activities, and The Arts. Taking a Whole Child approach, our vision is that 100% of our students graduate from high school with unlimited opportunities in college and career, and are prepared to be successful in everything they endeavor to try.
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The Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources is responsible for directing, supervising and managing all activities in the Office of Human Resources for both certificated and classified personnel; to serve as the District’s chief negotiator in all employee relations; and to have major responsibility for District labor contract management.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Direct and supervise the recruitment, selection, assignment and evaluation of certificated and classified personnel.
- Process requests for transfer, promotion, leaves of absence, sick leave, termination or retirement, and provide credential counseling and service.
- Serve as the District Grievance Officer, and be responsible for the processing and, where appropriate, adjudicating of grievances.
- Assist all management personnel in matters pertaining to contract management.
- Assume full responsibility for employee-employer relations, and act as chief negotiator for the Board.
- Develop long-term staffing goals and recommend to the Superintendent anticipated enrollment and staffing for succeeding years.
- Propose, revise and keep current personnel policies. Coordinate the development and maintenance of all District policies.
- Prepare and supervise the Office of Human Resources budget.
- Conduct appropriate research studies in personnel matters, and be responsible for completing State and Federal surveys.
- Maintain an intimate knowledge of all laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to personnel and employee relations, and keep the Superintendent informed of any significant changes.
- Serve as the District Affirmative Action Officer, and carry out all responsibilities as indicated in the affirmative action plan.
- Maintain accurate and current seniority lists for both certificated and classified staff.
- Coordinate the development and/or revision of personnel appraisal procedures for certificated and classified employees.
- Assist the Superintendent and administrator in planning and implementing staff development programs for certificated and classified employees.
- Perform other related duties as may be assigned by the Superintendent.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED OR RECEIVED
The Assistant Superintendent – Human Resources is directly responsible to the Superintendent of Schools. He/She is responsible for supervising the staff assigned to the Office of Human Resources.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
a. Possession of a valid appropriate administrative California credential.
b. Master’s degree in administration or a closely related field.
c. Minimum of three (3) years of teaching experience.
d. At least five (5) years of administrative experience at the site level or district level.
e. Demonstrated successful administrative experience in increasingly responsible roles.
f. Recent employee-employer relations experience, including bargaining table experience.
g. Must be able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Knowledge of: hiring and employment practices, effective supervision and evaluation procedures, employee contract negotiation and management, conflict resolution strategies and effective training techniques for adult learners Ability to: work well with diverse groups of people including but not limited to principals, teachers, students and parents; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; develop policies and procedures; facilitate professional development and training sessions. Experience: five (5) years in a responsible public education administrative, coordinating or supervisory position, preferably involved with the administration of personnel, labor and employment issues. Education: Possession of an earned Master’s or higher degree from a recognized and accredited college or university in educational administration or a closely related field. Credentials/Licenses: Appropriate California credential authorizing service as a district level administrator K-12.
Selection Process The qualifications of each applicant will be evaluated in a multi-step process using specific criteria. The adopted criteria will be utilized during the application screening, interviewing and final decision making process. After the application screening is completed, the Cabinet will determine those candidates to be interviewed. Interviews will be conducted in late February and finalists may be invited to return for additional interview including an interview with the Cabinet and the Board of Education member(s). The successful candidate will assume his/her position as soon as qualified candidate is selected.
- Credential Copy (California Administrative Credential)
- Letter of Introduction (Indicate in letter reason of interest in the position and a description of qualifications, training and experience relating to this position.)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three Letters of Recommendation written within the last two years.)
- Resume (A personal vita or resume)
Minimum Qualifications Knowledge of: hiring and employment practices, effective supervision and evaluation procedures, employee contract negotiation and management, conflict resolution strategies and effective training techniques for adult learners Ability to: work well with diverse groups of people including but not limited to principals, teachers, students and parents; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; develop policies and procedures; facilitate professional development and training sessions. Experience: five (5) years in a responsible public education administrative, coordinating or supervisory position, preferably involved with the administration of personnel, labor and employment issues. Education: Possession of an earned Master’s or higher degree from a recognized and accredited college or university in educational administration or a closely related field. Credentials/Licenses: Appropriate California credential authorizing service as a district level administrator K-12.
Selection Process The qualifications of each applicant will be evaluated in a multi-step process using specific criteria. The adopted criteria will be utilized during the application screening, interviewing and final decision making process. After the application screening is completed, the Cabinet will determine those candidates to be interviewed. Interviews will be conducted in late February and finalists may be invited to return for additional interview including an interview with the Cabinet and the Board of Education member(s). The successful candidate will assume his/her position as soon as qualified candidate is selected.
- Credential Copy (California Administrative Credential)
- Letter of Introduction (Indicate in letter reason of interest in the position and a description of qualifications, training and experience relating to this position.)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three Letters of Recommendation written within the last two years.)
- Resume (A personal vita or resume)
Comments and Other Information
The District and Community
The Culver City Unified School District offers a high-quality, comprehensive K-12 education program for approximately 6,700 students. A stable and diverse student population gives the District a rich international flavor. The community is involved, supportive, and proud of its schools and expects educational excellence.
The District is comprised of five (K-5) elementary schools, one middle school (6-8), one high school (9-12), and one continuation high school. The District also has Adult Education and Child Development Programs, as well as numerous other programs designed to meet individual student needs.
The District has approximately 730 full and part-time certificated and classified staff.
A Sense of Community
Currently, Culver City is the home of Sony Pictures Entertainment, which is the city’s top employer. While being the Heart of Screenland, Culver City residents and businesses have developed a special relationship with CCUSD schools that provide CCUSD students with hands-on learning opportunities. In addition, the Culver City Education Foundation has generated thousands of dollars in donations to improve the classroom learning environment for Culver City students.
Award Winning Schools
The District is home to several California Distinguished Schools and two Title I Academic Achievement Award winners. Students throughout the District score well on national scholastic exams. The District employs over 300 teachers, many who have advanced degrees. They are dedicated to effective and innovative teaching that produces real results.
The District supports and adheres to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color ethnic group identification, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital or parental status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical disability, medical condition, veteran status, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, or the perception of one or more of such characteristics.
Comments and Other Information
The District and Community
The Culver City Unified School District offers a high-quality, comprehensive K-12 education program for approximately 6,700 students. A stable and diverse student population gives the District a rich international flavor. The community is involved, supportive, and proud of its schools and expects educational excellence.
The District is comprised of five (K-5) elementary schools, one middle school (6-8), one high school (9-12), and one continuation high school. The District also has Adult Education and Child Development Programs, as well as numerous other programs designed to meet individual student needs.
The District has approximately 730 full and part-time certificated and classified staff.
A Sense of Community
Currently, Culver City is the home of Sony Pictures Entertainment, which is the city’s top employer. While being the Heart of Screenland, Culver City residents and businesses have developed a special relationship with CCUSD schools that provide CCUSD students with hands-on learning opportunities. In addition, the Culver City Education Foundation has generated thousands of dollars in donations to improve the classroom learning environment for Culver City students.
Award Winning Schools
The District is home to several California Distinguished Schools and two Title I Academic Achievement Award winners. Students throughout the District score well on national scholastic exams. The District employs over 300 teachers, many who have advanced degrees. They are dedicated to effective and innovative teaching that produces real results.
The District supports and adheres to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color ethnic group identification, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital or parental status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical disability, medical condition, veteran status, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, or the perception of one or more of such characteristics.