Executive Director of Personnel and Planning

Position Type: Administration

Date Posted: 2/27/2026

Location: Administration Office

Date Available: 07/01/2026

Executive Director of Personnel and Planning The Executive Director of Personnel and Planning provides strategic leadership and oversight for the District's human resources functions and long-range operational planning. This position ensures effective recruitment, development, and retention of high-quality staff while also overseeing the directors who have responsibility for facilities, maintenance and operations, and technology planning to support safe, efficient, and future-focused learning environments.

The Executive Director serves as a key advisor to the Superintendent and works closely with district leadership to align personnel systems and operational planning within the District's mission and strategic goals.

Qualifications

Master's degree in Educational Leadership.

Idaho Administrative Certification (or ability to obtain).

Successful experience in school leadership. District leadership experience is helpful but not required.

Demonstrated experience in human resources management, personnel supervision, and organizational planning.

Knowledge of Idaho education law, certification requirements, and employment practices.

Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.

Ability to manage complex systems with integrity, discretion, and sound judgment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Direct and oversee all district human resources functions for certified and classified staff.

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, and district policies.

Oversee teacher, administrator, and pupil services certification processes and ensure accurate state reporting related to certification and staffing.

Lead strategic recruitment efforts to attract and retain high-quality educators and support staff.

Oversee onboarding processes for all certified and classified employees to ensure a positive and supportive transition into the district.

Develop and implement staff retention strategies and workforce planning initiatives.

Provide guidance and support to principals and supervisors regarding personnel matters, including employee performance, investigations, corrective action, and conflict resolution.

Support administrators in conducting effective interviews and hiring processes.

Manage complex and sensitive personnel issues with professionalism, confidentiality, and sound judgment.

Oversee employee evaluation systems in alignment with district policy and state requirements.

Supervise maintenance of accurate personnel records and ensure timely and accurate HR reporting.

Planning and Operational Oversight Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations

Supervise the Director of Maintenance and Operations.

Provide oversight for district facilities, custodial services, grounds, capital improvement planning, and long-term facilities planning.

Consult with Director of Maintenance and Operations on development and implementation of multi-year facilities and utilization plans.

Contribute to building capacity analysis and enrollment projections to inform facility usage decisions.

Provide supervisory oversight for the Director of Technology.

Ensure proper oversight of district technology systems support instructional goals, operational efficiency, cybersecurity, and data integrity.

Consult with Director of Technology on long-range technology planning, infrastructure upgrades, and integration of instructional technology.

Strategic Planning and District Leadership

Participate in district strategic planning and organizational development efforts.

Analyze enrollment trends and staffing projections to inform long-term district planning.

Assist in budget development related to personnel, recruiting and staffing.

Present reports and recommendations to the Superintendent and leadership teams.

Assist the Superintendent with development and revision of board policies related to personnel and operations.

Foster a culture of professionalism, collaboration, accountability, and service.

Physical and Work Environment

Primarily office-based with regular visits to school sites and district facilities.

Occasional evening meetings (Board meetings, community meetings, staff events).

Other Duties and Responsibilities Performs all other duties as assigned

Terms of Employment The exact terms of this position will be determined by the needs of the district and budgetary constraints. Benefits will be in accordance with approved board policy. Salary will be $120,000-145,000 depending on years of experience and education.

Evaluation Performance of this position will be evaluated by the Superintendent or designee.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability. In addition, interview preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations. If you need special accommodations to satisfy testing requirements, please contact Human Resources.

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