<p>JOB GOAL: The Executive Director of Talent and Community Affairs is responsible for the District's overall strategy to promote internal and external community-building and stakeholder engagement. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Works collaboratively with the Superintendent and administrators to develop a district-wide strategy that fosters a positive and inclusive educational environment. Reviews and recommends changes to district policies and practices to attract and retain a well- qualified staff committed to student success. Oversees a program of professional development and training to enhance administrator, faculty, and staff understanding of best practices in education and workplace culture. Conducts internal investigations related to discrimination, harassment, and complaints involving employees, and assists the high school civil rights coordinator(s), as needed. Works with high school administrators, faculty, and staff to develop activities and events that recognize and celebrate the backgrounds and experiences of students and staff. Develops and presents reports regarding progress on key district initiatives. Supervises and evaluates the Human Resources Generalist and the Supervisor of Athletics and Student Activities. Works with the Director of the Technical Institute to ensure that post-secondary students and staff are included in relevant programming and events. Oversees the development of employee support groups. Seeks opportunities to enhance district programming through participation in regional, state, and national initiatives and professional resource groups. Identifies opportunities for private and public grant funding to support district objectives. Directs the Human Resources Generalist in developing, implementing, and managing the recruitment, hiring, evaluation, and retention process for all staff. Works cooperatively to design and implement orientation and mentoring activities for new staff. Reviews the District's response to requests for reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Conducts exit interviews to gather pertinent data and ensure compliance with all labor laws. All other duties as assigned by the Superintendent. QUALIFICATIONS: A Master's Degree or higher in an appropriate field. A minimum of five years of experience in human resources, labor relations, employment law compliance, staff training, employee engagement, athletics leadership, communications, marketing, and/or educational leadership either the public or private sector. Highly motivated self-starter who can work independently and without extensive supervision. Strong organizational skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of applicable federal statutes and Massachusetts General Laws. Ability to maintain strict confidence regarding all matters. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable. This position reports to the Superintendent. The Superintendent will evaluate the performance of this position.</p>