Human Resources Manager

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER

OVERVIEW OF POSITION

The Human Resources Manager plays a critical role in supporting our educational mission  by  managing  all  aspects  of  human  resources,  including  recruitment,  employee  relations,  benefits administration, and compliance. The Human Resources Manager will work closely  with school leadership to ensure a positive and productive work environment for faculty and  staff, helping  to create a school culture  that  reflects our  values and promotes  the highest  standards of excellence.

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer

Start Date: Immediately

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Recruitment and Staffing

• Post job openings on St. Andrew’s and job recruiting websites.

• Upload resumes to Google shared resume folder and share with appropriate  administrators and personnel.

• Onboard new employee in Paycom, coordinate with IT for new employee technology  and SAS access and assist Associate Head of School with new employee information  for beginning of school orientation

• New Employees (during school year) – run background check prior to seasonal  contracts, new hire offers, substitute teacher recommendations.  Onboard in  Paycom and coordinate with IT after clearing background checks.

Employee Relations

• Act as a point of contact for employees regarding HR-related concerns. • Mediate conflicts between employees and administrators.

• Ensure workplace policies are followed and assist in resolving employee grievances. • Promote a positive work culture and employee engagement.

Benefits Administration 

• Benefits Enrollment – collaborate with insurance broker on marketing of insurance  benefits and manage open enrollment process through HR system, Paycom.

• Administer benefits programs (health insurance, retirement plans, etc.). • Support employees in understanding their benefits options and changes. Compliance and Policy Management

• Ensure SAS policies are compliant with federal, state, and local laws. • Help manage employee records and ensure legal compliance.

• Maintain records of employee certifications and qualifications.

• Assist with preparation of 403(b) audit and filing 5500.

Performance Management 

• Support administrators in employee performance evaluations.

• Provide feedback and coaching to employees and administrators on performance related issues.

• Help administrators identify and manage underperformance.

Employee Health and Safety 

• Assist in ensuring the company complies with health and safety regulations. • Organize safety training and maintain safety records.

• Coordinate with facilities and security personnel to ensure a safe working  environment.

Employee Offboarding

• Coordinate the exit process for departing employees.

• Conduct exit interviews and analyze feedback.

• Ensure that all necessary documentation is completed for employee departures.

• Manage the return of SAS property and access rights and coordinate with IT and  Security.

HR Administration and Reporting 

• Maintain and update employee files and HR databases.

• Prepare reports related to HR surveys, attrition, etc.

• Prepare and monitor HR budgets and costs for HR related activities.

• Ensure all HR processes and practices are documented and updated. 

Strategic HR Planning 

• Assist in workforce planning, succession planning, and employee retention  strategies.

• Collaborate with leadership on the implementation of HR strategies, including but  not limited to compensation models, retirement plan document updates, etc.

• Contribute to SAS organizational development initiatives.

In addition to these core duties, HR must possess strong communication, problem-solving,  and organizational skills, as well as an understanding of HR laws and regulations.

Education And Qualifications: 

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. 

• Certified Professional or Senior Certified Professional certification through the  Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP). 

OUR SCHOOL

St.  Andrew’s  is  a  co-educational  Episcopal  K-12  day  school,  enrolling  approximately  990  students on two campuses in Austin, Texas. The school strives to help young people  from  diverse racial, religious, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds to achieve their potential  not only in intellectual understanding but also in aesthetic sensitivity, physical well-being,  and  moral  decisiveness  so  that  they  may  lead  productive,  responsible  lives,  not  only  for  themselves but also for their community. For more information about St. Andrew’s School  in Austin, please access our website: www.sasaustin.org.

OUR MISSION

St. Andrew's develops exemplary scholars, artists, athletes and servants in a loving Episcopal  community who are curious, courageous and compassionate global citizens

TO APPLY

Please  submit  your  resume  and  letter  of  interest  to SAS  Human  Resources,  at  hr@sasaustin.org.  

St. Andrew's is committed to providing equal opportunity in all personnel actions and in the  administration of all policies and programs.

St. Andrew's employs individuals without regard to race, color, nationality, ethnicity, religion,  disability, sex, gender identity or sexual orientation as protected by federal, state, or local law.