Chief of Human Resources Officer

Match Education; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

A leading education organization in Boston is seeking a Chief Human Resources Officer to drive human resource strategies aligned with the school's mission. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with all employment laws, lead a high-performing HR team, and foster a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants must possess 10+ years of HR leadership experience and a relevant degree. This role offers the opportunity to influence strategic decisions and work collaboratively across campus locations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR leadership experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of supervisory experience managing HR teams.
• Experience in the education sector, particularly charter schools is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team.
• Advise the CEO on HR strategies and implications.
• Manage compliance with employment laws and regulations.

Skills

Employee relations

Diversity initiatives

Communication

Conflict management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Master’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Google Suite

HRIS systems

Job description

Chief Human Resources Officer

Match Charter Public School is a free, high‑performing charter public school in Boston, serving PreK‑12 and up to 1,250 students. The CHRO will be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team and support all three campus locations.

OVERVIEW OF ROLE

Match seeks a CHRO to develop and execute a comprehensive human‑resource, diversity, equity, and inclusion strategy that supports the school’s mission and strategic direction. The CHRO will ensure compliance with EEOC, Title IX, and all employment laws, promote alignment across campus and network departments, and advise the CEO on all HR matters.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strategic Leadership & Organizational Development
  • Serve as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, participating in strategic planning, organizational decision‑making, and translating Match’s vision into action.
  • Provide strategic leadership by articulating HR and DEI needs and plans to the Senior Leadership Team and Board of Trustees.
  • Assess HR systems to inform decision‑making.
• HR Strategies and Leadership
  • Advise the CEO on HR opportunities, implications, and risks related to key issues and strategic decisions.
  • Provide guidance on staffing, employee engagement, experience, and relations.
  • Establish strong working relationships with the Senior Leadership Team and campus leaders; address HR, Title IX, and equity issues in a timely, effective manner.
  • Supervise the HR Manager:
    • Lead, mentor, direct, and support while promoting a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
    • Monitor processes to ensure timely and efficient processing of applicants and employees across recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and offboarding.
  • Lead HR policies and practices:
    • Staff onboarding and induction.
    • Leaves management (PFMLA).
    • Title IX and equity investigations and resolutions.
    • Accommodation assessment, interactive dialogue, and implementation.
    • Ensure strong systems and structures aligned with HR and state laws, including training initiatives on HR policies, procedures, employee relations, performance, and licensure.
    • Mediate interpersonal conflicts.
  • Strong collaboration across all levels of Match, both at the Network Support Team and across all three campuses.
  • Create learning and development opportunities that build organizational capacity and support career progression pathways.
  • Monitor key HR metrics, including employee satisfaction, performance evaluation trends, and DEI progress.
• Employee Relations & Compliance
  • Manage employment‑related risks and ensure compliance with internal policies and all employment laws at the local, state, and federal levels.
  • Respond to and investigate employee relations issues or complaints; advise the CEO on significant topics and recommended resolutions.
  • Direct investigations of employee misconduct, ensuring thorough, fair, and timely processes.
  • Oversee EEOC and OCR regulations and complaints, ensuring organizational compliance.
  • Oversee the termination process, ensuring legal compliance and respectful treatment.
  • Ensure all staff and candidates for employment meet and maintain suitability for work status, including background checks (CORI, fingerprinting), licensure, and support with reference‑checking processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the CEO or appropriate administrator.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Education Administration, or related field.
• Preferred: Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Education Administration, or equivalent field.

Certifications/Licenses

• Required: PHR, SPHR, SHRM‑CP, or SHRM‑SCP certification (unless has a degree in HR).
• Preferred: Additional School Leadership certification.

Work Experience

• Required: Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in Human Resources and its functions.
• Required: Minimum of 10 years of supervisory experience managing HR teams.
• Highly Preferred: Experience in the education sector, particularly charter schools or urban educational settings.
• Preferred: Experience managing HR functions across multiple sites or campuses.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

Technical Expertise

• Knowledge and experience in employee relations, equity, and inclusion initiatives and programs that create and support an inclusive workplace culture.
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws, including Massachusetts education employment regulations.
• Proficient in Google Suite, HRIS systems (e.g., HILB, ADP), and technology to maximize efficient practices and deliver data‑driven insights.
• Exceptional judgment and ability to effectively identify, analyze, and solve practical and sensitive problems.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data to inform strategy and measure impact.
• Ability to successfully manage a variety of variables and personalities in a dynamic environment.

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

• Exceptional oral and written communication, interpersonal, and conflict management and resolution skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across diverse audiences.
• Capacity to independently and as part of a team plan, organize, and prioritize work while managing multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to execute complex initiatives from conception through implementation.

Personal Attributes

• Committed to maintaining strict confidentiality with sensitive personnel matters.
• Embodies Match’s core values of Equity, Freedom, Teamwork, Innovation, and Accountability.
• Approachable and a great listener.
• Demonstrates cultural competence and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• High degree of professionalism, integrity, and ethical standards.

MATCH’S COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

Research has shown that people of color and women are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t believe they meet every qualification described. Our highest priority is finding the best candidate for the job. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our qualifications described or you have a less traditional background.

ABOUT MATCH EDUCATION

Match Education (www.matcheducation.org) is the shared brand name of Match Charter Public School and The Match School Foundation, Inc. Match Education is an engine of discovery and applied innovation in education, operating a high‑performing urban charter public school and a unique associate teacher program that trains teachers for high‑poverty schools.

The Match Foundation, Inc. and Match Charter Public School prohibit discrimination on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, religion, veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under state or federal law in any aspect of the access to, admission, treatment of students in its programs and activities, or in employment and application for employment.