About Us

At Genesee Intermediate School District (GISD), we’re more than educators. We are innovators, collaborators, and community builders serving over 64,000 students and 8,500 educators across the region. Whether it’s general education, special education, or career technical education, we lead with purpose and partnership to make a meaningful difference every day.

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Position Summary

The Director of Human Resources is responsible for all human resources-related functions in the assigned local school district(s). Works with the Executive Director for Human Resources and Deputy Superintendent to coordinate and manage human resources services and projects related to assignment.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Master’s degree in human resources, organizational development, business administration, management, or a related field required; relevant coursework in personnel, school law, labor relations, benefits, or HR management required. Valid Michigan teacher certificate preferred.
Experience: Five years of successful experience in human resources, personnel management, recruitment, compensation, labor relations, or equivalent HR work required; recent HR department experience preferred.
Coordinates and manages day-to-day human resources functions for assigned districts, including employment, transfers, reassignments, orientation, benefits, leave administration, and employee records.
Oversees recruitment and hiring processes, including job postings, applicant tracking systems, substitute staffing, hard-to-fill position initiatives, and efforts to recruit a workforce representative of district demographics.
Ensures HR practices comply with board policies, administrative guidelines, collective bargaining agreements, grant requirements, and applicable state and federal regulations.
Conducts criminal record reviews, supports employment and termination recommendations, and serves as Title IX Coordinator, including investigating complaints and recommending resolutions.
Coordinates employee training, professional development, skill assessments, retraining programs, student teacher/intern placements, and substitute orientation and training.
Demonstrates strong leadership, integrity, discretion, professionalism, and customer service while managing competing priorities, sensitive matters, district relationships, and attendance at meetings or events as required.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range: $100,000 - $115,000 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience

Work Schedule: 261 days, 7.5 hours per day

Paid Time Off:

Sick days - 13
Personal Business days - 3
Vacation days - 20
Bereavement Leave

Insurance:

Employees are eligible for the following insurance benefits after one full day of employment:

Comprehensive health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield - MESSA
Dental and Vision Coverage (no cost to employee and qualifying family members)
Life, short-term and long-term disability benefits
Additional coverages; supplemental benefit options, additional life insurance and pet insurance

Retirement: Two plan options through the 15^th largest pension system in the United States, Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS)

Additional Benefits:

Professional Development opportunities
Longevity pay after 10 years of service

Why Grow With Us?

We value each other, support one another, and celebrate every win.
We don’t just talk about growth, we support it with mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and leadership opportunities that help you shape your future.
Wellness and support programs that promote a healthy work-life balance, including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness opportunities, and paid community service time.
Make a direct impact on the lives of students and families.
Be a part of an employee-focused culture that believes “People are our Greatest Asset.”

Genesee Intermediate School District is proud of our inclusive and supportive culture that encourages growth, celebrates teamwork, and embraces new ideas. Through our mission of leadership, service, innovation, and partnering for success, we offer meaningful professional development, mentorship, and leadership opportunities that help you grow personally and professionally.

Questions Along the Way?

If you have questions about the role, the hiring process, or GISD’s culture, reach out at any time!

Human Resources: 810-591-4260

Email: GISDHR@geneseeisd.org

Equal Employment Opportunity

Genesee Intermediate School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status in its programs or employment practices.

Shared-Time Director of Human Resources