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Director Of Employee Relations

The Director of Employee Relations will lead the design and execution of KIPP NorCal's employee relations strategy, fostering a positive, inclusive, and legally compliant work environment for over 1100 staff members. This role will provide expert guidance on conflict resolution, employee counseling, and complex workplace issues, while also ensuring adherence to all applicable employment laws and policies. The Director will train and coach managers and school leaders on best practices in employee relations, lead high-level investigations, and build the systems, tools, and processes that strengthen the organization's overall employee experience. Reporting to the Chief People Officer, the Director will serve on the Total Employee Experience (TEX) leadership team and manage three Employee Relations Associate Directors.

Preferred Qualifications:

Mission Oriented - Holds a deep belief in the brilliance of our students and their potential; and in the transformative power of education for liberation. Demonstrates our Regional Support Office values of excellence, equity, courage and compassion.
Expertise in Employee Relations - Experience in managing employee relations issues. Knowledge of HR and employee relations processes/laws/regulations; and of California credentialing regulations preferred.
Ability to Build Strong Relationships - Demonstrates a relationship orientation through collaboration, approachability, strong listening skills, empathy, and transparent communication.

Experience:

Demonstrated commitment to advancing racial equity and belief in our vision for diversity, equity and inclusion
At least 10 years of related professional experiences
Successful navigation of complex talent/HR issues
TK-12, non-profit, and/or mission-driven work experience preferred
Successful experience in managing teams

Education:

Bachelor's degree required; graduate degree such as law degree preferred
Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM) or Human Capital Institute certification preferred

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Lead Employee Relations Function

Create and lead overall strategy to manage employee relations issues, including complaints, performance issues, and other issues as they arise
Plans approach to complex and/or highly visible personnel issues, informed by legal guidance
Maintains organization and record keeping of all issues
Collects and analyzes data to identify trends and patterns in employee relations, and makes recommendations to Chief People Officer and other KIPP NorCal leaders
Directly manages employee relations at the Regional Support Office (RSO) and School Leaders; also manages team members who directly manage employee relations at school sites

Counseling, Advising, and Training

Provide guidance to managers and employees on employee relations matters, including policies, procedures, and potential issues
Design and deliver training programs for managers and employees on topics like employee relations, conflict resolution, and workplace behavior
Provide guidance and support on performance management processes, including coaching, counseling, and disciplinary actions

Conflict Resolution

Maintain and update as necessary KIPP NorCal's escalation protocol for employee complaints and grievances
When issues are escalated to the TEX team, conduct thorough investigations into accusations of employee harassment, discrimination, or other workplace issues, including:

Interviewing those involved
Reviewing documents and evidence
Drafting clear and detailed reports

Maintains strict confidentiality with everyone involved
Recommend resolutions to Chief People Office for decision and execution
Facilitate mediations and restorative meetings, as needed
Lead the Title IX process as the region's coordinator

Develop Tools and Protocols

Develop and maintain protocols for investigations, interviews, performance improvement plans, and other employee relations topics
Develop and facilitate monthly workshops aligned to the Performance Management Cycle, New or Updated Policies, promotion processes, etc.
Lead annual updates to Staff Handbook
Lead TEX team projects as needed

Compliance

Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations, staying up to date on legal changes
Participates in arbitration proceedings on behalf of the organization

Employee Handbook

Make annual updates to the Employee Handbook to ensure employees have access to all organization policies, relevant state and federal laws, and information they can use to be successful in their role
Work with the TEX team and KIPP NorCal's first team (all department leads) to make updates to employee policies as they are needed
Coordinate workshops to educate the teams on any handbook updates
Ensure distribution of the handbook annually

Team Leadership and Management

Contributes to setting TEX team goals, and works to align department team goals to broader TEX team goals
Models, contributes, and supports a positive and inclusive culture on the TEX team
Helps manage TEX team's budget
Collaborates in hiring processes for TEX team roles
Creates clear expectations for direct reports, aligned to Professional Development Plans and TEX team goals, and supports direct reports to ensure their success

Other

May serve as an external representative of KIPP Northern California
Shares talent best practices and collaborates across the national KIPP network
Performs other related duties and special projects as required or assigned

Physical, Mental and Environmental Demands

Physical: Ability to navigate office and school campuses, and hold meetings in different spaces. Traditionally, much of the day involves sitting. Ability to access and utilize technology. Occasional lifting/carrying of equipment up to 20 lbs. Physical agility to move self in various positions in order to execute duties effectively, which may include kneeling, walking, pushing/pulling, squatting, twisting, turning, bending, stooping, and reaching overhead.
Mental: Stress of deadlines and normal work standards, ability to analyze problems and generate alternatives, work with interruptions, concentrate for long periods of time, read, calculate, perform routine math problems, memorize and recall objects and people.
Environmental: Office environment subject to interruptions and distractions. Frequent travel to schools and districts. KIPP adheres to health and safety guidelines as outlined by the CDC, CDE, and public health agencies' recommendations.

Classification

This is a full-time, exempt position based on a full year calendar cycle, based out of our Regional Support Office (RSO). The RSO currently operates in a hybrid fashion. The Director can expect to work in person 2-3 days per week and remotely or in the field the remaining days, subject to change based on the needs of the role and organization. In the first six months of the role, the Director should expect more in person days to build relationships with school and RSO teams.

About KIPP Public Schools Northern California

We are a thriving nonprofit network of 23 free, public charter schools open to all students. At KIPP, we believe all children should grow up free to create the future they want for themselves and that schools can and should be a critical factor in making that vision a reality. Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choosecollege, career, and beyondso they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.

Our student community consists of nearly 7,000 elementary, middle, and high school students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, San Lorenzo, San Jose, Redwood City, and Stockton. 79% qualify for free or reduced price lunch, 23% are multilingual learners, and 10% have special needs. We strive to cultivate a representative team of teachers and leaders that reflect our students' diversity.

Compensation

KIPP Northern California is dedicated to you and your family's well-being

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Director Of Employee Relations

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The Director of School Operations is instrumental in building and sustaining a thriving school that lasts. At KIPP Public Schools Northern California, DSOs are the strategic business and operational directors of our schools, whose job is to drive exemplary operational results as a key member of the school’s leadership team. KIPP’s DSOs are passionate about working with kids, parents and staff, know the importance of an excellent education and believe all students deserve the opportunity to attend an excellent school.

The DSO role reports to the School Leader and is coached and supported by the Operations team at the Regional Support Office (RSO), which supports all KIPP schools in the region.

Preferred Qualifications\nExperience

Deep integrity and commitment to KIPP Public Schools Northern California’s mission and values – required

2+ years of experience in project or program management, operations, human resources or accounting – with clear experience driving stakeholder engagement – required

1+ year of direct people management and team development experience – required

1+ year of experience in K‑12 education or youth development – preferred

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Policy, Business, or related field and 3+ years of work experience or 5+ years’ work experience – required

Knowledge/skills required

Highly self‑aware and reflective, with a commitment to feedback and growth

Ability to self‑direct, prioritize and multi‑task among competing goals

Demonstrated experience working and solving problems in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment

Demonstrated ability to work well with others, build relationships across teams, and influence even in the absence of formal authority

Success leading change initiatives in a complex environment with multiple stakeholders

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in one or more of the languages spoken by the communities we serve (Spanish, Mandarin, Vietnamese) – required/preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Suite or Google Suite – required

Ability to learn and utilize technology necessary to operate in a virtual office environment (i.e. Zoom, Go to Meeting)

Essential Functions and Responsibilities\nModel school operations leadership and supervise and support school operations team

Support the School Leader’s vision and take an active role in mobilizing school staff to achieve the collective goals of the school.

Define a clear, compelling vision of school operations excellence that supports the overall vision of the school.

Hire, develop, coach and retain exceptional school operations team members and model strong staff culture for others.

Lead planning and goal setting for the school operations team; design thoughtful, engaging, and actionable professional development opportunities for operations team members; build direct reports’ knowledge of key content areas; and hold team accountable for implementation of new practices.

Model operational leadership in the school by building relationships, training staff and cultivating a mindset where operations is viewed as an integral part of a successful school that lasts.

As a key member of the school’s leadership team, provide input on the strategic direction, ensure operational needs are represented in schoolwide planning and partner with the school leader to build a safe, joyful, efficient learning environment.

Lead student recruitment, enrollment and attendance processes and improvement

Partner with School Leader and regional Finance and Operations teams to thoughtfully vet and approve targets that facilitate full enrollment and maximize public funding.

Manage student recruitment and enrollment process from start to finish, including marketing, canvassing, and community engagement; collecting applications and interest forms; ensuring ongoing communication with accepted and waitlisted families; managing the waitlist strategically; and developing and implementing summer retention activities to ensure all enrolled students attend on the first day of school.

Support school operations team members in scheduling, organizing and hosting on‑campus and off‑campus school events, including community events, orientation sessions and other engagement opportunities for new families.

In partnership with Regional Operations, drive student attendance goals and reduce truancy and chronic absenteeism by ensuring staff and families follow attendance procedures, managing attendance accounting and reporting, and supporting the school’s process for addressing truancy and ensuring every student is in school to learn and grow.

Manage and oversee day‑to‑day school operations

Design, manage and optimize school‑wide policies, systems, and procedures.

Lead school operations team in successfully managing the school’s main office, answering questions from parents, students, and visitors and implementing and managing communication systems (e.g. newsletters, mailings, flyers).

Lead implementation of regional policies and procedures related to operations, safety and risk management, technology, and data management.

Partner with regional Human Resources team to ensure compliant human resource practices, including implementation of regional staff handbook policies, timecard management, leaves, workers compensation claim reporting, uniform complaints, Title IX and other required systems that support the wellbeing of school staff.

Oversee all aspects of school facilities maintenance and janitorial; nutrition services and food service operations; and inventory and procurement of supplies and materials – including partnering with Regional Operations, HR and Accounting to ensure school operates a fully compliant contracting and purchasing program.

Support School Leader in writing and disseminating all strategic communication to school staff members (including weekly newsletters, debriefs, and internal instant messaging tools).

Adhere to KIPP’s health and safety guidelines as outlined by the CDC, CDE, and public health agencies’ recommendations.

Complete other duties as assigned by the School Leader or Regional Operations.

Manage X million dollar school operating budget

Partner with School Leader to define budgetary priorities each school year.

Partner with Accounting team to ensure school ops staff manage cash receipts, make deposits and oversee schoolwide purchasing in alignment with budgetary priorities.

Create systems for holding other staff, such as grade level and department leads and club and class advisors, accountable for budget management.

Partner with regional Finance team to forecast year over year spending needs and corresponding schoolwide revenue and expense targets.

Physical, Mental and Environmental Demands\nPhysical\nAbility to navigate office and school campuses, and hold meetings in different spaces. Ability to access and utilize technology. Occasional lifting/carrying of equipment 1‑20 lbs.

Mental\nStress of deadlines and normal work standards, ability to analyze problems and generate alternatives, work with interruptions, concentrate for long periods of time, read, calculate, perform routine math problems, memorize and recall objects and people.

Environmental\nOffice environment subject to constant interruptions and distractions. KIPP adheres to health and safety guidelines as outlined by the CDC, CDE, and public health agencies’ recommendations.

Classification\nFull‑time, exempt position.

About KIPP Public Schools Northern California\nWe are a thriving nonprofit network of free, public charter schools open to all students. At KIPP, we believe all children should grow up free to create the future they want for themselves and that schools can and should be a critical factor in making that vision a reality. Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.

Our student community consists of over 7,000 elementary, middle, and high school students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, San Lorenzo, San Jose, Redwood City, and Stockton. 79% qualify for free or reduced price lunch, 23% are multilingual learners, and 10% have special needs. We strive to cultivate a representative team of teachers and leaders that reflect our students’ diversity.

Compensation\nKIPP Northern California is dedicated to you and your family's well‑being! We offer a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and transportation benefits.

We benchmark annually against comparably‑sized non‑profit organizations in the regions where we operate, to offer competitive salaries. The salary range for this position is between $102,500–$125,000.

How to Apply\nPlease submit a cover letter and resume by clicking apply on this page.

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