Executive Director of Human Resources - POS# TBD - Human Resources (Internal / External)

VALLEJO CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

Human Resource Services

665 Walnut Avenue, Vallejo, CA 94592

Job Description

Executive Director Of Human Resources

Title: Executive Director, Human Resources

Reports To: Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources

Department: Human Resources

Classification: Certificated or Classified Management

Work Year: 242 Days per year

Salary: See Management Salary Schedule

Date Approved: March 2026

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

Under the supervision of the Assistant Superintendent, the Executive Director of Human Resources provides strategic leadership and oversight of all Human Resources functions for the District. In coordination with the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, the Executive Director is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating comprehensive human resources programs including recruitment and retention, labor relations, employee discipline, performance management, credentialing, classification and compensation, compliance, and personnel operations.

The position helps to ensure that human capital systems align with District goals, support student achievement, maintain compliance with federal and state law, and promote a positive and professional workplace culture.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• With the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, provide leadership and direction for all Human Resources operations, including certificated, classified, confidential, and management personnel. E
• Oversee recruitment, selection, hiring, onboarding, and retention systems to ensure highly qualified staff. E
• Oversee the Credential Analyst desk and assist as needed. E
• Assist with labor relations activities including negotiations support, contract interpretation, grievance processing, and disciplinary procedures. E
• Ensure compliance with California Education Code, credentialing requirements, Title IX, ADA, FMLA/CFRA, FEHA, and other state and federal employment regulations. E
• Develop, revise, and implement Board policies, administrative regulations, and HR procedures. E
• Oversee employee investigations and provide guidance on complex personnel matters. E
• Direct classification and compensation studies and maintain updated job descriptions. E
• Supervise HR personnel and evaluate assigned staff. E
• Assist with grievance processing (Classified and Certificated) E
• Oversee District Recruitment Efforts. E
• Prepare and present Board agenda items, reports, and recommendations. E
• Develop and monitor the Human Resources budget. E
• Provide strategic counsel to the Assistant Superintendent regarding organizational development, staffing models, and workforce planning. E
• Serve as liaison with bargaining units and legal counsel. E
• Perform related duties as assigned. E
• Administer VISA programs (J-1, H-1B). E
• School Master Schedule / Staffing experience. E
• Duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Public Administration, Finance, or closely related field required.
• Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible Human Resources leadership experience.
• Master’s Degree Preferred
• Experience in a California public school district strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in labor relations and employee discipline required.
• Experience in a public education environment desirable.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• 
  California Education Code and public-sector employment law
• California Credentials, Credential Application Process, interaction with the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC)
• Collective bargaining processes and labor contract administration
• Human resources best practices in recruitment, retention, and workforce planning
• Investigation procedures and due process requirements
• Classification and compensation principles
• Budget development and fiscal management
• HR information systems and personnel data management
• Layoff Procedures
• AB2534 / SB848 Procedures – Incoming Processing
• Investigations
• Interviews
• PRA Requests / Answers
• Grant Management / Oversight Teacher Residency Program and Classified Grants
• Experience with managing Teacher Residency Program
• Subpoena Requests / Answers

ABILITY TO:

• Provide transformational leadership aligned with District goals
• Interpret and apply laws, policies, and collective bargaining agreements
• Supervise and evaluate assigned personnel
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
• Communicate effectively in oral and written form
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, bargaining units, administrators, and community members
• Analyze complex situations and develop legally sound recommendations
• Prepare and present comprehensive reports