Destine Preparatory Charter School [2024-2025] Human Resources Partner Schenectady, NY · Full time Company website

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About Us

Destine Prep is a dedicated public charter school in Schenectady, NY, committed to providing a welcoming and enriching learning environment. We offer a rigorous curriculum with extended learning days and enrichment in music and the arts to ensure high-quality education. Our focus on professional development, inclusive policies, and continuous growth fosters a positive school culture that supports our students and staff alike.

Core Duties & Responsibilities

• Employee Relations & Engagement: Serve as a trusted HR resource for employees and leaders by managing employee relations matters and providing coaching on school policies, conflict resolution, and performance management.
• Leadership Development: Support the growth and readiness of leaders by delivering resources and guidance on professional development, enhancing their ability to lead effectively and drive school objectives.
• Compliance & Policy Management: Ensure HR policies and procedures meet legal requirements and align with Destine Prep’s mission; identify any compliance gaps and work with school leadership to address them.
• Talent Planning: Collaborate with leadership to develop talent planning strategies that include succession planning and career development to retain and grow internal talent.
• Employee Engagement: Conduct stay and exit interviews, gather feedback, and recommend improvements to enhance employee satisfaction, morale, and retention.
• Performance Management: Assist leaders with setting clear goals, providing ongoing feedback, and conducting regular performance reviews to support a culture of continuous improvement.
• Leave Administration and Employee Support: Act as the primary contact for employees regarding accommodations and leave requests, ensuring compliance with applicable policies and regulations, providing guidance, and coordinating with leadership to support employee needs.
• HR Administration & Document Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for all HR functions, including employee accommodations, leave requests, and performance reviews, while ensuring confidentiality and compliance with organizational policies and regulations.
• Recruitment & Onboarding: Partner with the leadership team in recruitment efforts, including interviews, onboarding, and orientation for new employees, fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment.
• Training & Development: Facilitate training sessions, workshops, and HR-related programs for staff to enhance professional growth, HR policy awareness, and school culture.
• Special Projects: Participate in HR initiatives to foster a positive and inclusive culture, supporting Destine Prep’s commitment to being a great place to work for all employees.
• Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as assigned by school leadership to support Destine Prep’s mission and foster a positive and productive school environment.

Core Competencies

• Knowledgeable with high-quality curriculum and instruction for assigned grades and subject areas and deep knowledge of the NYS learning standards.
• HR Expertise & Compliance Knowledge: Strong understanding of HR best practices, compliance, and policy implementation relevant to school operations.
• Communication & Relationship Building: Exceptional interpersonal skills; builds trusting relationships with staff and leadership, facilitating open communication and collaboration.
• Adaptability & Problem Solving: Thrives in a fast-paced environment; capable of managing change, resolving conflicts, and prioritizing tasks effectively.
• Emotional Intelligence & Integrity: Demonstrates high self-awareness, empathy, and discretion in handling sensitive information, acting as a positive role model.
• Organizational & Project Management Skills: Detail-oriented with strong time management abilities; effectively manages HR projects, documentation, and multi-tasking needs.
• Equity & Mission Alignment: Demonstrates a strong commitment to Destine Prep’s charter school values, fostering an inclusive, equitable culture that supports academic excellence and community engagement.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, or a related field from an accredited College or University, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in HR, ideally within a nonprofit, school, or similar environment
• Experience with employee relations, coaching, and policy implementation required
• SHRM certification (PHR or SHRM-CP) is preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those required for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to navigate various areas of the school and office facilities as needed.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English fluently.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use fingers to type, handle or feel objects, and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch as needed.
• Dexterity to operate standard office equipment such as computers, printers, copiers, phones, and calculators.
• Ability to occasionally lift and move items up to 20 pounds.

Job Description Acknowledgment

The foregoing statements describe the primary purpose and the essential responsibilities assigned to this job. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the employee's activities, duties, and responsibilities for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change with or without notice.

Hiring Process

For your application to receive full consideration, you must submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you're interested in joining the Destine Prep team. We will begin reviewing applications during the week of January 6th.

Round 1: Phone Interview with our Talent Manager

Round 2: Zoom Interview with our current HR Partner

Round 3: Final in-person interview with the Head of School and Director of Operations

Job Type: Full-time