Director - Human Resources [DR10]

Full-Time: 260 Day Contract
Contract Start Date: July 1, 2026
Monday - Friday
Building Administrators Salary Grade L: $115,398 minimum - $157,576 maximum base

+ Benefits

Laramie County School District 1

Job Description

SUMMARY: Responsible for providing direction, supervision, and leadership in the planning and delivery of human resources functions related to recruitment, onboarding, workers’ compensation, employee relations, and employee compensation. Establish, maintain, and promote positive working relationships with key district staff and association/bargaining units’ leadership to maximize the effectiveness of human resources programs. Plan, implement, review, and evaluate human resources policies, programs, practices, and procedures. Responsible for the Human Resources, Wellness, and Risk Management budgets and the preparation and submission of accurate financial reports to district leadership and regulatory agencies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty/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.

Job Tasks Descriptions

• Develops, maintains, and oversees programs, processes, and personnel in recruiting and staffing for all employees. Oversee staff in functions related to advertising and posting positions; screening, testing, and interviewing candidates; verifying experience, education, licensing, and references; extending job offers; creating and distributing job contracts; maintaining HRIS data; onboarding; and orientation.
• Respond to employee relations issues such as employee complaints, harassment allegations, civil rights complaints, and classified employee grievances. Counsel supervisors and staff regarding staff conflicts and mediate conversations to resolve conflicts and issues. Provide counsel and assistance with classified employee performance evaluations and improvement plans. Assist in reviewing and writing formal discipline letters. Conduct employee investigations and write summary investigation reports.
• Work to identify, adopt, and implement prevailing business practices in order to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness. May be responsible for review, approval, and verification of reported time in district time/labor system. May prepare and analyze time and labor reports and complete paperwork for payment of stipends and other pay.
• Supervise Risk Management who administers the district’s workers’ compensation program by working with brokers, insurers, service providers, and district personnel on the design, implementation, and monitoring of safety, loss prevention, and claims administration programs for the district. Responsible for day-to-day administration of policies covering workers compensation claims and appropriate placement of employees regarding accommodations. Monitor and review periodic claims and reports and provide trend analysis for all lines of insurance coverage. Coordinate information with the district’s workers compensation physician. Ask for and make recommendations on cost control measures for individual claims as well as general procedures. Recommend and institute policies and procedures to minimize the district’s future liability.
• Establish, maintain, and promote positive working relationships with key district staff and association/bargaining units’ leadership to maximize the effectiveness of human resources programs.
• Responsible for CBI and FBI reports on employees. Conduct interviews with employees regarding disposition of charges and determine level of discipline (administrative leave and/or separation of employment).
• Responsible for administering, monitoring, and coordinating the Human Resources, Wellness, and Risk Management budgets; initiating requisitions; reviewing and approving expenses; and assisting in the initial development of the budgets.
• Oversee employee relations for the district, including preparing and developing employee relations practices; conducting investigations; and facilitating litigation, unemployment hearings, workers compensation claims/hearings, and claims under EEOC and Fair Labor Standards Act. Monitor all Progressive Discipline Actions for classified staff. Counsel supervisors and staff regarding staff conflicts and mediate conversations to resolve conflicts and issues. Provide counsel and assistance with classified employee performance evaluations and improvement plans. Assist in reviewing and writing coaching and formal discipline letters. Conduct employee investigations and write summary investigation reports.
• Act as District Title IX coordinator.
• Responsible for administration of compensation programs, including developing and providing recommendations for salary ranges and adjustments; creating and recommending changes in compensation related contract language, district policies, and guidelines; and creating guidelines to ensure that organization and individual compensation practices conform to organization policy and meet government regulations.
• Maintain current knowledge of and ensure that Human Resources and district staff comply with Board policies; unit negotiations; classified master agreements; and state and federal laws. Consult and advise supervisors and administrators regarding issues of compliance.
• Serve as a resource on employment law and HR-related industry changes and remain current on existing employment law and changes that may impact the work of the HR department. Make process changes to comply with changes in state and federal laws. Educate HR staff and supervisors on those changes and how they affect processes and procedures.
• Plan and facilitate ongoing training of district and HR staff on HR-related applications and accepted HR policies, practices, and procedures including classified and athletic coaches hiring, onboarding, and evaluation procedures.
• Collaborate with the payroll department on employee pay issues, new hire rates of pay, pay rate changes, and new position set-up; and provide support for problem-solving
• Evaluate staff performance in accordance with District guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s degree in management, human resources, or business administration or related field preferred.
• Five years of experience required in human resources management.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS:

• Criminal background check required for hire.
• Valid driver’s license and evidence of insurability.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, HRCI, or pHCLE certification(s) preferred.
• ATIXA certification through the Association of Title IX Administrators required within 3 months after entering the position.

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES:

• Advanced oral and written communication skills.
• Strong technical skills related to and current knowledge of human resource related laws and regulations on federal, state, and local level.
• Excellent interpersonal skills inclusive of the ability to mediate and facilitate.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of employment laws and general Human Resources practices.
• Knowledge of federal regulations/mandates related to employment in education.
• Knowledge of compensation analysis, systems, and structures.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations.
• Ability and willingness to adhere to attendance expectations and to follow district procedures for absence reporting.
• Ability to promote and follow Board of Trustees policies and building and department procedures.
• Ability to communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with all people including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate/required safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:

• Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and peripherals.
• Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copier, etc.
• Operating knowledge of and experience with office productivity programs, such as Microsoft Office Suite, E-mail, etc.
• Operating knowledge of district information technology systems and department-specific software and equipment required within 3 months after entering position.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS & DIRECTION/GUIDANCE:

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing and hiring; training; planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems; appraising performance; and disciplining and terminating employees.

BUDGET AND/OR RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITY:

esponsible for administering, monitoring, and coordinating the Human Resources, Wellness, and Risk Management budgets; initiating requisitions; reviewing and approving expenses; and assisting in the development of the budgets.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.