SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST

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PINELLAS COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT, FLORIDA

PCSB: 7284 FLSA: Exempt

Pay Grade: E04

REPORTS TO:

Director, Human Resources

SUPERVISES:

Not applicable

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and five (5) years of progressively responsible

related professional and/or educational experience. Demonstrated experience in organizing and

coordinating programs or processes.

PREFERRED:

Human Resources experience in the recruitment or selection of personnel and/or classroom teaching

experience or demonstrated knowledge of federal teacher quality requirements

MAJOR FUNCTION

The Senior Human Resources Specialist is responsible, for the development and coordination of the

district’s recruitment and retention program, credentialing services, NCLB Compliance, and substitute

placement for the district. Work is performed independently and is reviewed through observation and

evaluation.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works independently within their areas of expertise

• Collaborates as liaison between stakeholders and the district in the areas of retention/recruitment,

credentialing, NCLB compliance, and substitute placement

• Works with Technology and Information Services and other departments to ensure accuracy and

effective and efficient processes are being utilized for all credentialing services

• Coordinates processes with the Director, Human Resources and site and departmental administrators

• Performs related duties as required

Credentialing:

• Coordinates the credentialing process of new, prospective, and existing instructional and

administrative personnel

• Provides leadership to credentialing team; oversees the general, daily operations of the certification

staff and assists them in the performance of their duties as needed

• Researches and analyzes state and local regulations for impact upon district and reports findings to

the Director, Human Resources

• Analyzes transcripts, course contents, Board policy, personnel records, work histories and other

pertinent data, and counsels employees regarding credentialing status and alternatives

• Analyzes and interprets credentialing and compliance standards

• Provides information on teacher credentialing to administrators, teachers, applicants, staff, and the

public

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ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES (Continued)

Credentialing (Continued):

• Maintains close liaison and coordination with FLDOE certification officials, building administrators,

staff, and counselors at both public and private area colleges and universities

• Provides data, reports, and presentations as need for all district, school-based, and charter school

personnel

• Provides credentialing services for charter schools

• Applies in-depth knowledge and stays current with all aspects of academic and vocational

credentialing for instructional, support and administrative personnel

• Applies an understanding of the intent of applicable statutes, Florida Department of Education

regulations, and other legal requirements for certification in performance of job responsibilities

• Serves as the district’s certification liaison to the Florida Department of Education, Bureau of Teacher

Certification, and other Florida school districts

NCLB Compliance:

• Coordinates the district’s teacher credentialing program for instructional personnel to ensure

compliance with Florida certification requirements to meet federal highly qualified teacher

requirements

• Projects future teacher credentialing needs and develops the plan to meet those needs in compliance

with federal teacher quality requirements

• Coordinates district credentialing activities with state colleges of education and the FLDOE as an aid

in meeting federal teacher quality requirements

• Coordinates, researches, and provides assistance and documentation required by various audits

• Prepares written material regarding Florida certification requirements and federal teacher quality

requirements, and other appropriate materials

• Oversees human resources systems to document individual teacher compliance with federal teacher

quality requirements

Recruitment/Retention:

• Coordinates the district’s recruitment and retention program for instructional personnel

• Establishes effective collaboration with the district’s recruitment and retention plan for minorities,

critical shortage areas, and high needs schools

• Selects and trains a cadre of recruiters in coordination with Area Superintendents

• Conducts analyses of employment trends, job market forecasts, and the potential impact on the

district

• Maintains and analyzes recruitment and retention data and uses data to develop comprehensive

district plan

• Projects future district employment needs and develops plan to meet those needs

• Serves as the department liaison in working with employee recognition programs such as National

Board Certification and Certificate of Distinction

• Serves as the district liaison with state colleges of education and the Florida Department of Education

(FLDOE)

• Coordinates and participates in recruitment trips to selected colleges and universities, job fairs, and

other appropriate events

• Recommends offers of advance contracts or binders for instructional personnel

• Prepares recruitment displays and other appropriate materials

• Organizes and coordinates local job/placement fairs

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ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES (Continued)

Substitute Placement:

• Verifies all references for substitutes

• Reviews and approves all substitute applications

• Reviews and approves all long-term substitute recommendations

• Plans and conducts substitute orientations and workshops

• Facilitates new employee orientation (NEO) for all employee groups

• Assists administrators in identifying appropriately certified substitutes for long-term assignments

• Approves and signs off on substitute vault files

• Reviews and approves substitute waiver requests

• Facilitates a teacher shadowing experience for new substitutes

• Facilitates enrollment in Response to Intervention: Behavior ( RTI:B) training for substitutes

• Advises and assists substitutes, administrators, and school staff on various issues related to

substitutes

• Provides leadership to substitute placement team

• Works in collaboration with Director, Human Resources

• Works in collaboration with the Office of Professional Standards

• Analyzes teacher absentee trends

• Provides teacher absentee data and substitute use data upon request

• Attends appropriate meetings and professional development

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district’s approved compensation plan. Length of the

work year and hours of employment shall be established by the District.

Performance of the job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the School Board’s policy on

evaluation of personnel.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by

employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of

all responsibilities and duties required of those in this classification.

HISTORY OF JOB CLASSIFICATION

ISSUED: 6/00 PBL; BOARD APPROVED: 6/13/00; REVISED PREFERRED: 8/05 AK; REVISED MF,

D&R, PREFERRED: 7/06 AK; REVISED MF, D&R: 1/07 AK; REVISED FORMAT, TITLE, SALARY

SCHEDULE, MF, ER, ADA, 2/13 LM; BOARD APPROVED: 4/09/13

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WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Seldom

Never

Monthly

Weekly

Daily

Hourly

1. Lift objects weighing up to 20 pounds

2. Lift objects weighing 21 to 50 pounds

3. Lift objects weighing 51 to 100 pounds

4. Lift objects weighing more than 100 pounds

5. Carry objects weighing up to 20 pounds

6. Carry objects weighing 21 to 50 pounds

7. Carry objects weighing 51 to 100 pounds

8. Carry objects weighing 100 pounds or more

9. Standing up to one hour at a time

10. Standing up to two hours at a time

11. Standing for more than two hours at a time

12. Stooping and bending

13. Ability to reach and grasp objects

14. Manual dexterity or fine motor skills

15. Color vision, the ability to identify and distinguish colors

16. Ability to communicate orally

17. Ability to hear

18. Pushing or pulling carts or other such objects

19. Proofreading and checking documents for accuracy

20. Using a computer to enter and transform words or data

21. Using various technology tools

22. Working in a normal office environment with few

physical discomforts

23. Working in an area that is somewhat uncomfortable

due to drafts, noise, temperature variation, or other

conditions

24. Working in an area that is very uncomfortable due to

extreme temperature, noise levels, or other conditions

25. Working with equipment or performing procedures

where carelessness would probably result in minor

cuts, bruises or muscle pulls

26. Operating automobile, vehicle, or van

27. Other physical, mental or visual ability required by the

job

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