<p>The Louisiana Special School District (LSSD) is an education service agency that provides services to the Louisiana Special Schools (Louisiana School for the Deaf, Louisiana School for the Visually Impaired, and Special School Programs). The schools provide educational opportunities to students with low-incidence disabilities and a variety of unique needs. </p> <p>We're Hiring: A Human Resources Manager!</p> <p>Are you a people-focused leader with a passion for building strong teams and shaping positive workplace culture? Join us as our next Human Resources Manager! In this vital role, you'll oversee all aspects of HR, from recruitment and employee relations to compliance and performance management. We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values collaboration, and is ready to make a real impact on our organization's most important asset-our people.</p> <p>Key qualities: Strategic mindset, exceptional interpersonal skills, and a hands-on approach to problem-solving.</p> <p>Why us? Competitive benefits, a supportive leadership team, and a culture that truly values its employees.</p> <p>Apply now and help us grow the team that makes everything possible.</p> <p>An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:</p> <ul> <li>Adapting to Change: The ability to demonstrate flexibility in thoughts, behaviors, and actions in response to evolving circumstances or unexpected change. </li><li>Acting with Ethics and Integrity: The ability to make choices that reflect ethical standards, integrity and honesty, regardless of circumstances or personal benefit. </li><li>Communicating Effectively: The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement. </li><li> Displaying Professionalism: The ability to uphold workplace standards through consistent conduct, responsible communication, and consideration for others. </li><li>Demonstrate Accountability: The ability to take ownership of actions, behaviors, performance, decisions, and outcomes. </li><li>Focusing on Customers: The ability to understand and meet the needs, preferences, and experiences of internal and external customers. </li><li>Thinking Strategically: The ability to anticipate trends, understand context, and align actions with long-term priorities. </li><li>Solving Problems: The ability to identify root causes, analyze relevant data, and apply practical or innovative solutions to challenges. </li><li>Working with Financial Information: The ability to interpret financial data, manage financial approvals, and ensure compliance to support informed decisions and promote transparency. </li></ul> <p>Seven years of human resources experience; OR</p> <p>Six years of full-time experience in any field plus four years of human resources experience; OR</p> <p>A bachelor's degree plus four years of human resources experience; OR</p> <p>An advanced degree in human resources, business administration, public administration, industrial and organizational psychology, organizational behavior, or a Juris Doctorate plus three years of human resources experience.</p> <p>EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:</p> <p>Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.</p> <p>Designation as a Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), Professional in Human Resources (PHR), or a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) will substitute for a maximum of one year of the required experience.</p> <p>The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.</p> <p>Job Duties:</p> <ul> <li>Supervision, payroll reconciliation, payroll activities, i.e., off-cycles and payments </li><li>Manage staff, including performing quality assurance reviews and internal controls processes. </li><li>Manage teacher/educator issues such as leave earnings, contract payouts, leave payouts, and verification for certification applications </li><li>Performance Evaluation monitoring and maintenance for teachers and educators.   </li><li>Conduct CPM activities for HR staff subordinates and engage in CPM Administrator activities. </li><li>Workers Comp Administrator, ADA Administrator, Extended Sick Leave Administration </li><li>Ensure all specialty type leaves and benefits are provided to employees; serve on Committees </li></ul> <p>Position-specific details: </p> <p>Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional. The chosen application will be required to take a probationary appointment.</p> <p>Location: The Human Resources Manager A position is located at the Louisiana Special School District.</p> <p>Work Schedule: Typically, work hours are 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday.</p> <p>How To Apply:</p> <p>No civil service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.</p> <p>To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. </p> <ul> <li>Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumeswill not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. </li></ul> <p>Contact Information:</p> <p>For more information regarding this vacancy, please contact:</p> <p>Human Resources</p> <p>Louisiana Special School District</p> <p>2888 Brightside Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70820</p> <p>(225) 757-3398</p> <p>Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.  </p>