Sr. Director of Human Resources
People & HR
Texas, USA · Austin, TX, USA
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. We are a nearly $24 million organization serving tens of thousands of students annually across Central Texas.
Position Summary
Communities In Schools of Central Texas is hiring a Senior Director of Human Resources to join our HR leadership team, reporting to the Chief Operations Officer. In this crucial role, you will support the COO in driving strategic vision, initiatives, and objectives across various areas, including talent management, engagement, learning and development, recruiting, performance management, communications, and culture and leadership development.
As the Senior Director of Human Resources, you will lead, coordinate, and execute all HR department projects and processes for the organization. Working directly with the COO, you will handle routine HR functions such as investigations, salary administration, benefits, leave administration, performance appraisal, separations, professional development training, and enforcement of company policies. Additionally, you will play a key role in maintaining positive employee relations, ensuring staff satisfaction, and fostering a positive work environment.
Furthermore, as part of your responsibilities, you will take ownership of organization-wide training systems. This involves initiating and coordinating training programs to equip employees with the necessary knowledge and skills for success in their roles. You will collaborate with internal leaders and external partners to assess training needs, develop curriculum, facilitate sessions, create resource materials, and evaluate the effectiveness of learning and professional development initiatives.
This position is not eligible for the summer break.
What You’ll Do
General Human Resource Management
- Develop and execute human resources plan aligned with CIS core values and strategic plan.
- Identify agency needs and align processes, including recruitment, onboarding, development, training, evaluation, and retention.
- Conduct HR training needs assessments and implement programs, including leadership pathways training.
Compensation and Benefits
- Direct administration of compensation program, including job descriptions and salary surveys.
- Develop and monitor procedures for salary administration and new hire placement.
- Oversee leave, health insurance, employee benefits, workers’ compensation, and unemployment compensation programs.
Employee Relations
- Proactively address employee issues, collaborate with leadership for effective communication.
- Administer employee grievance procedure and handle personnel problems and policy issues.
- Conduct annual research on employee satisfaction, morale, and communication.
Training Facilitation
- Design and deliver diversity, equity, and inclusion sessions and professional development programs.
- Oversee Auzmor Learning Management System (LMS) & LinkedIn Learning system course administration.
- Evaluate progress and impact of learning and professional development activities.
Other
- Prepare and deliver presentations on HR and management issues.
- Stay informed about HR best practices and changes in non-profit and educational settings.
- Ensure compliance with employment laws and safety protocols.
What You Bring
- 5 years of progressively responsible experience in human resources management
- 2 years of experience at the director level preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources or equivalent required
- PHR or SHRM certificate preferred
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Selection, training, and supervision of personnel
- Wage and salary, benefits, and performance appraisal administration
- General and employment law, hearing procedures
- Ability to implement policies and procedures
- Proficient in software for spreadsheets, data analysis, and word processing (e.g., PayScale, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Budget and personnel management skills
- Excellent public relations, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Effective public speaking abilities
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
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Community-centered culture focused on impact, growth, and connection
Communities In Schools of Central Texas is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.