The Longview School District has an opening for
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF EMPLOYEE SERVICES
Begins July 1, 2025
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Hours: 8 hours per day, 12 months per year
Pay: Salary based on qualifications and experience; current compensation $165,760 - $180,606 based on 2025-26 Administrative Salary schedule
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision and other board approved benefits.
Closes: Open until filled. For priority consideration, applications due by May 15, 2025
Supervisor: Superintendent
Approx. Start Date: July 1, 2025
The Longview School District is seeking candidates for the Executive Director of Employee Services. The Executive Director is responsible for providing comprehensive personnel, employee, labor relations, and administrative services to staff. This includes personnel matters pertaining to certificated and classified employees as well as the oversight of contracts, benefits and payroll. The Executive Director will conduct legal research and organize, interpret, and apply legal principles and knowledge to issues affecting the district.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Certificated School Administrator with experience in Human Resources or Bachelor's degree with concentration in Human Resources or related specialty with educational system experience.
2. School or District Administrator experience preferred
3. Proven ability to build positive working relationships with diverse stakeholders, including unions, administrators, and employees.
4. Demonstrated leadership and management skills, with an inclusive approach that empowers faculty and staff to think creatively and collaboratively in addressing the challenges of the Longview School District.
5. Proven background of effective open communication and interpersonal skills.
6. Demonstrated ability to work positively and successfully with people both individually and in group forums.
7. Ability to identify problems, seek alternatives, establish priorities and implement viable solutions.
8. Possess knowledge of contractual and labor law, specifically as it relates to the relationship between the school district and its union partners.
9. Demonstrated knowledge, or willingness to develop expertise in staff supervision and evaluation (including the Principal and Teacher Evaluation Process [TPEP]), staff development, and human relations preferred.
LEADERSHIP QUALITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Exemplifies unquestioned integrity, honesty, diplomacy, and confidentiality and is a positive role model for district staff and students.
2. Exhibits open, visionary, and collaborative leadership style that fosters teamwork and growth around a common district purpose.
3. Able to work in an environment that demands flexibility and multiple interruptions while maintaining a high level of quality work and sound judgement to meet the deadlines and expectations of multiple stakeholders.
4. Self-motivated leader that continues to pursue professional learning opportunities to improve their professional practice.
5. A strategic thinker who supports collaborative planning to: (1) assess staffing needs and make necessary recommendations to meet district goals, and (2) provide the training and support needed to maintain district-wide hiring practices consistent with the rules, regulations and laws dealing with Human Resources procedures and practices.
6. Inspires confidence and trust and has the ability to nurture an atmosphere of collegiality, shared inquiry, shared responsibility, and collective accomplishment.
7. Willing to become an active, engaged member of the Longview community.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Provide strategic leadership for all employee services functions, including human resources, benefits, and payroll.
2. Develop, implement, and monitor personnel-related practices, policies, procedures, and programs that align with Washington State laws, federal regulations, collective bargaining agreements, and the district's strategic framework.
3. Lead and oversee the recruitment, selection, onboarding, evaluation, and retention of diverse, high-quality employees across all classifications.
4. Consistently apply board policies and administrative regulations, laws, contracts, and budget/financial accountability.
5. Serve as a member of the district's negotiation team in collective bargaining with its union represented employee groups.
6. Represent the school district in regularly scheduled labor/management meetings to proactively problem solve.
7. Process and resolve grievances regarding contractual issues.
8. Collaborate with the Business Services team on personnel-related budget forecasting, cost analysis, and reporting.
9. Serve as a member of the Superintendent's District Leadership Cabinet.
10. Conduct and lead the monthly meeting of the Board of Directors' Human Resources Sub-committee.
11. Ensure the adherence of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) governing the privacy of student education records.
12. Ensure the adherence of federal and state laws and district regulations, policies, procedures and practices.
13. Keep the superintendent, cabinet, principals and other district staff members informed of present and/or anticipated staff concerns and personnel law.
14. Lead, supervise, and mentor the Employee Services team, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer service.
15. Conduct investigations, mediation, resolve disputes, and process complaints.
16. Represent the district in state and regional HR and payroll professional organizations, staying current with best practices and legislative updates.
17. Serve as the school district's Title VII and Title IX Officer.
18. Monitor employee leaves to ensure compliance with federal/state employment laws (i.e. maternity, FMLA Washington State Family Leave Law, leave of absence and leave sharing).
19. Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal employment laws and regulatory reporting requirements, including but not limited to FMLA, FLSA, PFML, Department of Retirement Systems (DRS), federal tax reporting, and Washington-specific labor regulations
20. Provide executive leadership and oversight of all district payroll operations to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant processing of employee compensation.
21. Oversee the accurate reporting and remittance of payroll taxes, benefits, retirement contributions, and voluntary deductions.
22. Lead payroll system upgrades, integrations, and audits in collaboration with IT and the Business Services team.
23. Serve as the district's point of contact for HR and payroll related issues during audits or regulatory reviews.
24. Resolve complex payroll discrepancies and issues with discretion and professionalism.
25. Ensure accurate payroll data is maintained in the district's HRIS and other reporting systems.
26. Provide regular updates and reporting to executive leadership on payroll trends, risks, and performance metrics.
WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Required to travel within region and state.
2. Required to work flexible hours and schedules.
3. Office environment.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Apply online at www.longviewschools.com, and provide the following electronically:
1. Electronic application
2. Electronic Cover Letter
3. Electronic Resume
4. Scanned copies of University or college transcripts. Original transcripts will be required if hired.
5. Three (3) electronic references
For priority consideration, please submit application materials by May 15, 2025. The position will be open until filled by a qualified applicant.
The Longview School District is a Drug & Tobacco Free workplace.
Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: New employees will be required to complete an INS 1-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility.
Disclosure Statement and Background Check: Pursuant to RCW 43.43.830 through RCW 43.43.840, new employees will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating any convictions of crimes against persons as listed in the law. In addition, a background check based on fingerprints will be requested from the Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Job Sharing: Pursuant to RCW 28A.405.070, the district will accept applications from individuals wishing to share a position.
NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION
The Longview School District is an Equal Opportunity district in education programs, activities, services, and employment. Longview School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, age, families with children, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal. We provide equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. We also comply with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 402 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Older Worker Protection Act, and all other state, federal, and local equal opportunity laws. If you have a physical or mental disability that causes you to need assistance to access school facilities, programs, or services, please notify the school principal. This district endeavors to maintain an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment. Any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against should contact the appropriate administrator or the following district designee:
Section 504, Student ADA Coordinator
Kari Montgomery, Executive Director of Teaching and Learning
(360) 575-7980
Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, Title IX Coordinator
Penny Andrews, Executive Director of Employee
(360) 575-7004
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