Interim Director of Human Resources

At the Washington Waldorf School, we encourage the connections that broaden students’ experiences and help them grow in new directions. We are a co-educational, Pre-K through 12 independent school offering a Waldorf based education. As the Interim Director of Human Resources, you will be responsible for supporting the school’s mission and strategy by supporting and protecting the school’s faculty, administration, and staff. This position will provide high-quality professional service in the areas of employee relations, benefits, compensation, compliance, payroll, diversity, and strategy while the current Director of Human Resources is on a leave of absence. This position reports to the Head of School.

You will thrive here if you are a hands-on professional who demonstrates respect, honesty, and integrity while also being able to deliver hard messages when needed. You should also be methodical and process-oriented. Your experience as a hands-on HR generalist in small to medium-sized school or non profit is valuable. Human Resources professional certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP) is desired.

The Director of HR will: 

• Determine and recommend employee relations practices necessary to establish a positive  employment relationship and promote a high level of employee morale 
• Administer the school’s personnel policies, procedures, and practices in accordance with federal,  state and local requirements. 
• Provide counsel to employees, managers, and the administrative team on employment laws and  internal procedures 
• Develop and coordinate recruitment and retention activities 
• Investigate and follow through on formal complaints 
• Monitor unemployment claims and appeal when necessary 
• Identify and recommend human resources strategies to the administrative team 
• Oversee job descriptions, performance evaluations, and compensation programs Oversee recruitment lifecycle 
• Provide training for department heads and team leaders on various HR topics, including  interviewing skills, performance reviews, and employee coaching. 
• Manage Worker’s Compensation program and case management 

Experience/Credentials 

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field 
• Ten years of progressive experience in human resources. 
• Professional certification in Human Resources is strongly desired. (SPHR, PHR, SHRM-CP) Working knowledge of HR laws and compliance 
• Proficiency with Paycor or a similar HRIS system 
• Knowledge of principles and practices of personnel administration and labor law Ability to work with highly confidential information 
• Ability to accurately interpret procedures and regulations along with the ability to ensure  appropriate implementation 
• Excellent attention to detail 
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Why is this Interim position exciting: 

This position is expected to last 12 weeks, but could extend depending on the leave of absence. The  position can be 30-40 hours, depending on the candidate’s preference. The position is based in  Bethesda, Maryland. On-site work at the school is preferred but the School will consider a hybrid work  structure. The pay range is $35-$40 per hour as a W2 employee. 1099 employment will also be  considered. Benefits are not available. This is an immediate opening. 

If Washington Waldorf is Right for You 

We encourage you to apply if sharing your human resources expertise in an educational environment  excites you. Washington Waldorf is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages all qualified  candidates to apply. Additional information about Washington Waldorf can be found at www.washington  waldorf.org.  

Please submit the following items for consideration: 

• Cover letter explaining why this Interim Director of Human Resources position is exciting to you, and give examples of how you are someone who gets things done. Also, include information  about how many hours you would like to work, acknowledge the salary range posted, and give  your availability to start. 
• Resume that includes previous dates of employment 
• Three professional references 

Please send all documents to washingtonwaldorf@hrconcierge.com. Christine from HRConcierge is  assisting Washington Waldorf with this search. She will receive all electronic submissions and follow up with the top candidates. Please, no phone calls.