Human Resources Manager

Description

Columbus School for Girls (CSG) is an independent day school in Columbus, Ohio, founded in 1898, serving students in grades pre-k through 12. CSG empowers girls to discover their distinct potential as learners and leaders. As a leader in the education of girls and young women, it is a vibrant community of more than 565 students, 135 faculty and staff, and 2,500 active alumnae. CSG’s eight-acre academic campus in the beautiful Bexley neighborhood is a ten-minute drive from downtown Columbus, a city bustling with artistic, civic, and shopping experiences. Having just completed a strategic plan to guide the school’s direction over the next several years, CSG offers an exceptional, student-centered academic experience with strong offerings in the arts, an impressive athletic program, and a health-and-wellness curriculum that is unique in central Ohio. This combination of academics and skills ensures that CSG students will be well prepared for life beyond CSG.  

Position Overview: Columbus School for Girls seeks a Human Resources Manager who will serve as the primary individual responsible for the daily functions of Human Resources for the school. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this role will have oversight and administration of all human resource activities and policies.  

Responsibilities: 

• Supervise the Payroll Coordinator and oversee the payroll process, ensuring accurate processing, documentation, and reporting of employee changes in collaboration with the Business Office.
• Oversee all aspects of the employee lifecycle, collaborating with School leadership and department heads to assess staffing needs, required skills, and competencies.
• Create, maintain, and update job descriptions, employee contracts, and personnel files to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with institutional needs.
• Administer faculty and administrative employment contracts, including preparation, renewal, tracking, and documentation.
• Manage the background check, fingerprinting, and employment compliance processes in accordance with regulatory requirements and school policies.
• Support and administer the annual performance review process, including oversight of staff evaluation procedures and timelines.
• Initiate, implement, and continuously improve human resources processes and initiatives that support organizational priorities.
• Collaborate with School administration to develop, maintain, and update the Employee Handbook; recommend policy updates to ensure compliance, clarity, equity, and best practices.
• Manage the employee benefits program, including vendor relationships, employee communications, open enrollment, and benefits-related compliance reporting.
• Oversee retirement plan administration, including 403(b) filings, reporting, and compliance, in collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Administer employee leave and accommodation programs, including FMLA, ADA, and long-term leaves of absence.
• Administer, respond to, and manage unemployment and workers’ compensation claims, including documentation, appeals, and coordination with internal stakeholders and external agencies.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and oversee required employment-related reporting; advise supervisors and administrators on HR-related legal and policy matters.
• Conduct and assist with workplace investigations; advise leadership on complex employee relations issues and collaborate with legal counsel as needed.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to supervisors and administrators on employee performance, conduct, accountability, grievance resolution, and performance improvement plans.
• Partner with School leadership to plan and support employee training, professional development, and wellness initiatives that foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• At least one year experience in Human Resources
• Experience working in K-12 schools, preferred

Experience & Skills:

• A warm and professional customer-service orientation
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and administrators in support of the manifestation of our mission and values
• A professional, level headed, demeanor with the ability to de-escalate conflict, seek solutions and problem-solve 
• Absolute commitment to confidentiality of sensitive information and acting with integrity in all matters
• Ability to form relationships and communicate with tact and sensitivity
• Strong organizational  and record management skills. The ability to multitask and work with many constituent groups. 
• Strong written communication and proofreading skills
• Knowledge of employment related laws and regulations.
• Proficiency with Google Apps (Google Drive, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, etc.), Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.), as well as familiarity with database management/Human Resources Information Systems.

Values & Competencies

• A belief in the endless capacity and promise of girls with a commitment to the mission of CSG.
• High emotional intelligence, strong cultural competence and a demonstrated belief in the value of a diverse and multicultural community.
• An individual with a growth mindset.
• Eager to work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Ability to navigate a fast-paced environment, agility and the capacity to pivot as needed.
• The ability to accomplish/complete a task while demonstrating a thorough concern for all the areas involved, no matter how small. This means monitoring and checking work or information, while organizing time and resources efficiently.

Columbus School for Girls is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by law.