Associate Director, Human Resources Business Partners

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential and it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential.
Position DescriptionAs a vital leader within Rocketship’s mission-driven organization, the Associate Director, Human Resources Business Partners (HRBP), leads a team of HRBPs and Employee Relations (ER) Manager to cultivate a culture of high performance, equity, and inclusion. Reporting to the Chief People Officer, the Associate Director provides strategic guidance and operational support to ensure that HR practices align with organizational priorities and promote a positive employee experience. This role ensures policies and practices are effectively communicated, equitably applied, and consistently executed across the network.
The following are essential functions related to the role:

Team and Functional Support

• Collaborate and build strong relationships with organizational stakeholders, including HR Leadership Team, Regional Leaders, and School Leaders to align HR strategies with organizational goals.
• Oversee school and regional support, including timeliness of follow-up to School and Regional Leaders.
• Lead and manage the HR Business Partners, ensuring cohesion and effective performance.
• Coach and mentor HRBPs and ER Manager, fostering their professional growth and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Build a strong team culture that reflects Rocketship’s core values and prioritizes collaboration, service, and excellence.
• Lead cross-functional HR initiatives, ensuring seamless integration of HR policies and practices across teams.
• Partner closely with Talent and HR teams to ensure effective collaboration and processes that support strong execution and service for staff members  
• Drive and support ongoing projects in partnership with HRLT.
• Drive HRBP regular touchpoints with leaders, including  People Partnership Meetings (PPM), execution through HRBPs 
• Contribute to the development of change management strategies and communication plans.
• Lead HRBP team  in cross-functional workforce planning (i.e., end-of-year staffing) and succession planning initiatives.
• Support the implementation of organizational changes and initiatives; contribute to the development of change management strategies and communication plans.

Performance Management and Employee Relations

• Guide HRBPs to implement Rocketship’s performance management and progressive discipline frameworks, ensuring they drive strong employee performance, development, and retention.
• Work closely with managers to identify areas for growth and provide tools, resources, and training to enhance their leadership capabilities.
• Oversee complex employee relations issues, guiding HRBPs in addressing complaints and conducting thorough, objective investigations.
• Collaborate with leaders to refine conflict resolution strategies and promote constructive dialogue across teams.
• Oversee resolution of  employee relations issues, managed by the ER Manager and HRBPs.
• Conduct investigations and recommend fair and equitable resolutions.
• Approve involuntary terminations, as needed. 
• Collaborate with Talent and other stakeholders to identify and address talent gaps

Compliance

• Act as a subject matter expert on employment law, ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local labor regulations.
• Align HR policies, including the Employee Handbook, with local, state, and federal laws and organizational goals, providing clarity and consistency in their application.
• Guide HRBPs in navigating nuanced employee relations scenarios, balancing organizational needs with compliance requirements.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

• Drive the equitable application of HR policies, leveraging data and diverse perspectives to inform decision-making.
• Partner with leaders to develop and refine policies that foster inclusion and address the evolving needs of a diverse workforce.
• Support initiatives to embed equity into performance management, discipline, and other core HR processes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required. Field