Director of Human Resources

Job DetailsJob Location: Potomac, MD 20854Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeJob Category: AdministrationBullis School seeks an experienced, energetic, and effective leader to serve as its next Director of Human Resources. A member of the School’s Senior Leadership Team, the Director of Human Resources (HR) is responsible for leading and overseeing all human resources functions and providing strategic guidance and operational support to Bullis leadership on a broad range of HR initiatives. 

Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with all applicable federal and state employment laws and regulations and overseeing workplace compliance through the management of employee relations matters such as workplace investigations, policy development and interpretation, performance management, medical accommodations, leave administration (including FMLA, disability, and ADA), benefits administration, and other initiatives that support a positive employee experience.

he Director of HR provides supervision to the HR Generalist and collaborates closely with the Dean of Faculty to develop, facilitate, and implement all phases of the recruitment process for instructional faculty. The Director also oversees employee onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment requirements.

This is a 12-month administrative position reporting to the Head of School with an anticipated start date of May of 2026. 

Working at Bullis means being a part of a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development.  We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits that make it an ideal place to build a thriving career.
Duties & QualificationsThe school has retained Big Back Pack to execute a national search for this key leadership position. For more information, contact Hacker Burr at hacker@bigbackpack.org. 

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Qualities of a Director of Human Resources

Demonstrated commitment to advancing an equitable and inclusive school community through professional practice and leadership
Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
Strong time management skills with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to prioritize responsibilities and delegate tasks effectively
Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and discretion when handling confidential information
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with parents, students, faculty, staff, and external partners

Education and Experience

Required: 

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or related fields, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience 
Five to seven years of relevant human resources experience
Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and related software applications

Preferred:

Master’s in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field
SHRM-CP/SCP

Compensation and benefits are competitive, with an anticipated salary range of $130,000 to $155,000.

Benefits include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employer-provided basic life insurance
Employer-provided short-term and long-term disability
401(k) employer match and safe harbor contribution, up to 7% of annual compensation
Paid leave

To Apply:

Interested and qualified candidates should submit electronically in one email, and as separate PDF documents, the following materials: 

A cover letter expressing their interest in this particular position
A current résumé
An annotated list of five professional references with name, phone number, and email address (references will be contacted only with prior candidate approval)

All materials should be sent via email to:

Hacker Burr

President and Managing Director

Big Back Pack LLC  

hacker@bigbackpack.org

843.478.3139