Director of Human Resources
Talent Strategy & Benefits

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Location: In-person / CIST Administrative Office / Austin, Texas

Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Reports to: Senior Director of Human Resources

Supervises: May supervise after the first ninety days of employment.

Starting Range: $6,275.00/monthly ($75, 300.00/yearly)
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About Communities In Schools

Rooted in community for over 40 years, Communities In Schools of Central Texas (CISCT) is a sophisticated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Austin, Texas. Communities In Schools (CIS) is a national organization that ensures every student has what they need to realize their full potential in school and beyond. At CISCT, our mission is simple: surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.

Position Summary

The HR Director of Talent Strategy and Benefits provides strategic leadership for the organization’s talent
acquisition and employee benefits functions. This role ensures the attraction, hiring, and retention of top talent
while designing and administering competitive, compliant, and cost-effective benefits programs. The Director
partners with senior leadership to align recruitment and benefits strategies with organizational goals and
workforce needs

What You’ll Do

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Develop and execute a comprehensive recruitment strategy aligned with organizational and workforce
plans.
• Lead and manage the recruitment team, including recruiters and hiring support staff.
• Oversee full-cycle recruiting for exempt, non-exempt, and leadership roles.
• Partner with leadership to forecast staffing needs and develop talent pipelines.
• Ensure equitable, inclusive, and legally compliant hiring practices.

Employer Branding & Candidate Experience

• Strengthen employer branding and recruitment marketing strategies.
• Enhance the candidate experience from application through onboarding.
• Build relationships with external partners, schools, agencies, and professional organizations.

Benefits Strategy & Administration

• Design, implement, and administer employee benefits programs, including health, welfare, retirement,
leave, and wellness programs.
• Ensure benefits offerings are competitive, cost-effective, and aligned with organizational philosophy.
• Oversee annual open enrollment and employee benefits communications.
• Manage relationships with brokers, carriers, and third-party administrators.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations (e.g., ACA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA).
• Monitor regulatory changes and recommend program updates.
• Partner with Legal, Finance, and Payroll to mitigate risk and ensure accuracy.

Data, Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Analyze recruitment and benefits metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, benefits utilization).
• Use data to drive decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Prepare reports and presentations for executive leadership.

Budget & Vendor Management

• Develop and manage recruitment and benefits budgets.
• Negotiate contracts and manage vendor performance.
• Ensure effective use of resources and return on investment.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders on talent and benefits strategy.
• Coach managers on effective hiring practices and total rewards communication.
• Lead change initiatives related to recruitment systems, benefits programs, or organizational growth.

What You Bring

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or a related
field is required (Master’s degree in Human Resources, Educational Leadership, or similar preferred).
• 8–12 years of progressive school leadership and/or experience in district or departmental leadership, with
significant focus on employees, leadership, and management.
• 5+ years of leadership or employee management experience.

Preferred Qualifications
• HR certifications (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR).

Why Join CIS?

• Mission-driven work – Be part of a team that changes the trajectory of students’ lives.
• Professional growth – Ongoing training, supervision, and career pathways into director-level roles.
• Community impact – Build partnerships that extend beyond the classroom.
• Generous paid time off: 4+ weeks of holidays, 2 weeks of vacation time, personal days and sick days
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: 100% employer-paid employee medical plan available, plus family subsidies, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Community-centered culture focused on impact, growth, and connection

Communities In Schools of Central Texas is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.