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Assistant Director for Human Resources

Company:
Academy School District 20
Location:
Colorado Springs, CO
Posted:
September 24, 2025
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Description:

Location:

EAC (Education and Administration Center)

Recruiting Start Date:

09/17/2025

Estimated Start Date:

11/01/2025

A member of the Human Resources Department, the Assistant Director of Human Resources, will primarily oversee investigations regarding both Title IX and Discrimination reports involving staff. This individual will be the initial point of contact for personnel issues. The Assistant Director provides guidance regarding applicable state and federal laws, administrative policies, procedures, and practices.

The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The District reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.

Reports consistently for work as scheduled

Performs other duties as assigned

Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards

Administers human resources policies, procedures, and practices as well as monitoring consistent, district-wide application

Coordinates with Human Resources leadership, District Compliance Coordinator, Legal Team and school site administrators to ensure consistency, open communication and thoroughness of investigation processes

Creates, guides, or assists in the development of state and federal reports

Develops and provides investigation training to Lead Team administrators, managers and supervisors

Develops, reviews, recommends, and evaluates human resources policies, procedures, and practices

Directs and supervises Human Resources staff

Ensures accurate and timely submission of local, state, and federal reports

Ensures compliance with and equitable and fair administration of all applicable laws, policies, procedures, and practices

Ensures effectiveness through ongoing integration of technology in Human Resources processes

Fosters a respectful, responsive, and service-oriented work environment

Leads the establishment and maintenance of a positive, respectful and caring working and learning environment

Promotes staff member physical, social, and emotional wellness

Provides guidance to administrators and supervisors regarding personnel concerns

Provides monitoring, guidance, and training to administrators and supervisors for personnel-related laws, regulations, and policies

Provides problem solving assistance in support of administrators and supervisors

Provides substantial support for investigations regarding Title IX, Discrimination, or other policy violations

Provides support to various District departments as assigned or needed to include CORA requests

Supports and directs investigations

Supports the District strategic plan by continually investing in and valuing our staff to help them grow

Supports Human Resources department leadership as needed

Supports the development, understanding of, and respect for varied cultures and heritages

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Ability to compile and create statistical reports

Ability to constructively resolve issues and conflicts as they arise and work with all levels of the organization

Ability to create, access, input, retrieve, and manipulate information in various software systems

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with District personnel and members of the public

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, administrators, departments, other agencies, and the general public

Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Ability to greet and interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities

Ability to operate standard office equipment, performing a wide range of tasks

Ability to prepare and present written and oral reports, including detailed spreadsheets and statistical reports

Ability to prepare correspondence on routine matters

Ability to use good judgment in decision making and prioritizing duties

Ability to work flexible and extended hours

Ability to work well with staff and community from diverse populations

Ability to work within deadlines and with multiple priorities; ability to adapt to changing priorities

Advanced knowledge of technology and related software utilized within the Human Resources department

Commitment to the education of students as a primary responsibility

Demonstrates discernment, excellence, honesty, integrity, patience, perseverance, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness

Detail-oriented

Effective verbal and written skills

Energetic, creative, innovative, flexible

Enthusiasm for the field of human resources

Excellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills

Experience with Human Resources policies and procedures

Knowledge of and demonstrated successful experience in human relations and communications

Knowledge of basic Colorado Department of Education licensing processes and qualifications

Knowledge of office methods and procedures, to include appropriate telephone etiquette

Knowledge of personnel laws, policies, procedures, and practices

Knowledge of record keeping and filing techniques

Knowledge of school-based processes and operations

Knowledge of, and demonstrated successful experience in, human relations and communications

Orientation to teamwork and achievement of departmental and District goals

Proven experience in dealing with challenging situations

Proven experience in making improvements to programs and processes

Proven successful supervisory experience

Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Strong spelling, punctuation, and grammar skills

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a staff member typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive.

The noise level in the work environment may alternate among quiet, moderate, and loud.

The incumbent is frequently required to interact in person and through communication methods with the students, public, and/or other staff.

The incumbent is required to work normal school/work hours and/or days.

The incumbent may be required to work extended school/work hours and/or days as directed.

Physical Demands: The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. All physical demands, if listed, are considered essential functions.

Sits, stands, walks, stoops, kneels, and crouches/squats while performing duties

Has oral and auditory capacity enabling interaction interpersonally and/or through communication devices

Uses eyes, hands, and finger coordination enabling the use of equipment and writing utensils

Cognitive Functions: The following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. The staff member may be required to analyze, communicate, compare, compile, compute, coordinate, copy, evaluate, instruct, negotiate, synthesize, and use interpersonal skills.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's (Baccalaureate) degree (e.g., B.A., A.B., B.S.)

3+ Years professional experience working in Education, Human Resources, or Compliance

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's (Baccalaureate) degree (e.g., B.A., A.B., B.S.) in Education, Human Resources, or Compliance related field

Master's degree (e.g., M.A., M.S., M.Eng, M.Ed, M.S.W., M.B.A., M.L.S.) in Education, Human Resources, or Compliance related field

Experience working in or with a Title IX and discrimination investigations

School Administrator experience

Principal License: Initial - Colorado Department of Education or Administrator License: Initial: Superintendent - Colorado Department of Education

Paralegal certification

Timeline:

Posting Date: Wednesday, September 17

Closing Date: Monday, October 13 at Noon

Preliminary Interviews: Tuesday, October 21

Final Interviews: Thursday, October 23

Compensation Range:

$100,860-$110,860

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Hours per Day:

8.0 hour(s) per day

Number of Days per Year:

225 Days

Benefits Eligibility:

Full-time - Regular

For more information on our benefits, please visit Employee Benefits Academy District 20 (asd20.org).

FLSA Status:

United States of America (Exempt)

How to Apply:

New applicants (including current district staff members) must use the Workday application portal. Documents emailed directly to a supervisor will not be considered for application purposes and will not receive a response. A completed online application also includes the following uploaded documents in PDF format:

A letter of application which states why you feel you are qualified for the position and your background

A statement of your philosophy of administration and the role of the administrator in this position

A current resume

Three current letters of recommendation (i.e., less than one year old)

Complete undergraduate and graduate transcripts (in color, readable, and reflecting official status where applicable)

Applicable Colorado License or evidence of eligibility as indicated in the job posting above

We do not accept "Alternative Principal Authorizations"

No other documents will be accepted. Thank you for not uploading and submitting any additional materials.

Please do not call to request site visits or interviews at the school/location. Please direct all inquiries via the email address indicated on the posting.

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