Senior Administrator, Staffing, Talent Acquisition
Wake County Public School SystemAbout the role
Overview
POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)
SENIOR ADMINISTRATOR
WORKING TITLE
Senior Administrator-Talent Acquisition, Staffing
SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT
Human Resources
LOCATION
Crossroads III, Cary, NC
PAY GRADE
Senior Administrator Band 3
FLSA STATUS
Exempt
ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT
No
WORK WEEK SCHEDULE
Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends) Position is available for a Hybrid Telework workweek
POSITION PURPOSE:
Serves as the HR staffing representative for an assigned set of schools to facilitate the staffing process which includes applicant screening, licensure, leave management and compensation. Maintains a comprehensive management system for tracking teacher and support allotments. Works closely with and assists school administrators with school staffing plans. Provides support to school staff related to staffing procedures by visiting school sites. Provides support and training to school administrators regarding hiring best practices. Reviews and processes applicant files and hiring recommendations for approval or denial based on staffing processes; determines accurate salary for all employment related actions; tracks licensure updates and changes for certified employees.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)
- Extensive knowledge of the principles, policies, and practices of public and private HR administration;
- Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) Board of Education policies;
- Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access; and Google Apps;
- Excellent customer service skills;
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills;
- Ability to organize and effectively manage a high volume of work, especially during summer months;
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
- Ability to plan, manage and prioritize projects with time constraints; ability to meet deadlines;
- Ability to understand, interpret, and apply specific rules to facilitate the staffing process;
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, the public, and external agencies.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, HR, organizational development, education, or related field; AND
- Five years of HR experience OR five years of administrative school-based experience in lieu of direct HR experience.
CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
- Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license according to the State of North Carolina requirements.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in public administration, business administration, HR, organizational development, education, or related field.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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