Job SummaryLead People. Strengthen Culture. Drive Excellence.
Central Union High School District is seeking an accomplished, strategic, and people-centered Executive Director of Human Resources to serve as a trusted member of the District's leadership team and lead the interconnected functions of Human Resources and Payroll.
This pivotal position provides strategic leadership for the District's people and workforce operations-from attracting and developing exceptional employees to ensuring they are supported, valued, and accurately compensated. The Executive Director oversees Human Resources and Payroll, providing direction in talent acquisition, employee relations, labor relations, classification and compensation, benefits, compliance, employee development, payroll operations, and organizational effectiveness.
We are seeking an innovative and collaborative leader who understands that strong people practices and strong operational systems are essential to a high-performing school district. The ideal candidate will bring exceptional leadership, sound judgment, financial and operational acumen, and a deep understanding of public-sector employment practices. They will be a trusted advisor to the Superintendent and leadership team, a thoughtful partner to employee groups and District leaders, and a champion for a culture built on integrity, accountability, service, and respect.
This is an opportunity to shape the employee experience from recruitment through retirement, strengthen organizational culture, and ensure the systems supporting our workforce operate with accuracy, efficiency, and excellence. If you are a visionary HR leader who is passionate about public education and understands that investing in people is one of the most important investments a school district can make, we invite you to help lead the next chapter of Central Union High School District.
Requirements / Qualifications- Copy of Transcript (Educational Degrees Held)
- Letter of Introduction (Letter of interest noting qualifications specific to the position)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 current letters - dated and signed within one year of application)
- Resume
Comments and Other InformationOnly complete applications (please do not note "see attached resume" on application), with all required documents will be considered. Please review your application and attachments to verify your information is current and accurate before submitting.
Central Union High School District communicates information regarding the recruitment process via email. CUHSD is not responsible for messages blocked by your email service.
Candidates recommended for employment will need to be fingerprinted and submit to a pre-employment health exam.
If you need help with the application process contact Edjoin Support at 888-900-8945, the CUHSD Human Resources Office at 760-336-4513 or visit a One Stop Center in Brawley, El Centro or Calexico.
CUHSD offers several medical plan options, dental, vision, life insurance, CalPERS retirement, and many voluntary benefits options.
