Director of Human Resources

Frisco ISD; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Frisco ISD seeks a strategic leader to oversee human resources operations, systems, and investigations, ensuring district goals and compliance. The role guides HR initiatives, data analysis, and policy implementation across the district.

You will lead personnel investigations, support recruitment and retention, and collaborate with district leaders to address complex HR matters while safeguarding confidentiality and ethics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• Master's degree preferred
• Texas Administrator certificate preferred
• Strong knowledge of HR operations, employment law, investigations, and HR best practices
• Experience in interviewing, selecting, training staff, and analytics

Responsibilities

• Strategic HR leadership and operations to support district goals
• Guide HR information systems, onboarding, offboarding, and position management
• Lead employee relations, investigations, and reporting
• Support recruitment, development, and retention initiatives
• Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws and district policies
• Collaborate with district leadership and stakeholders to address complex HR matters
• Supervise HR personnel and provide professional development

Skills

HR operations

Employment law

Investigative procedures

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Texas Administrator certificate preferred

Tools

HRIS

Analytics tools

Job description

Reports To

Chief Human Resources Officer

Work Year Days

226

Salary

Actual salary will be calculated based upon experience.

Primary Purpose

Provide leadership and oversight of human resources operations, personnel, systems, and processes to support organizational effectiveness and district goals. Guide the implementation and continuous improvement of HR initiatives, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead personnel investigations, including evaluating findings and recommending appropriate actions in accordance with district policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education/Certification: Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferredValid Texas Administrator certificate preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Strong knowledge of human resources operations, HR information systems, employment law, investigative procedures, and best practices

Knowledge of federal and state employment laws, district policies, and personnel procedures

Successful experience with interviewing, selecting, and training staff

Strong analytical, organizational, communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills

Ability to conduct thorough, objective investigations and prepare comprehensive reports and recommendations

Ability to manage sensitive personnel matters with professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality

Ability to provide strategic leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of districtwide HR systems and initiatives

Ability to analyze organizational needs, interpret data, and recommend effective solutions

Strong conflict resolution, interviewing, and decision-making skills

Ability to collaborate with district leadership and multiple stakeholders to address complex personnel and operational matters

Ability to perceive and articulate organizational implications of recommendations and decisions

Experience: Campus or other relevant human resources leadership experience

Experience in project management, HR operations, or systems implementation

Experience in employee relations, complaint resolution, and/or personnel investigations

Human resources experience in public education preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Strategic Human Resources Leadership and Operations: Provide leadership and guidance in the development, implementation, and evaluation of human resources operations, systems, and procedures to support district goals and organizational effectiveness.

Collaborate with district leadership to identify organizational needs, evaluate HR practices, and recommend strategies for operational improvement.

Guide the implementation, management, and continuous improvement of HR information systems, workflows, and processes, including onboarding, offboarding, and position management.

Analyze HR data, trends, and operational needs to develop recommendations, reports, and presentations that support informed decision-making.

Collaborate with appropriate departments and external partners to coordinate HR initiatives, system improvements, and process implementation.

Employee Relations and Investigations: Provide guidance and support to district leadership regarding employee relations, personnel concerns, conflict resolution, and appropriate application of district policies and procedures.

Conduct and coordinate personnel investigations involving allegations of employee misconduct, policy violations, and other employment-related concerns, as assigned.

Develop investigation plans, gather and evaluate relevant evidence, conduct interviews, and prepare thorough, objective investigative reports and recommendations.

Identify trends and areas of concern in employee relations matters and recommend proactive strategies, corrective actions, training, or procedural improvements.

Maintain appropriate documentation and confidentiality of investigations and sensitive personnel matters in accordance with applicable laws and district procedures.

Recruitment, Development, and Retention: Collaborate with district leadership to evaluate staffing needs and develop strategies to support employee recruitment, development, and retention.

Support district recruitment initiatives, staffing processes, and partnerships that strengthen employee pipelines and professional development opportunities.

Analyze recruitment and retention data to identify trends, evaluate effectiveness, and recommend improvements.

Assist district leadership with personnel selection and employee development processes, as needed.

Human Resources Processes and Compliance: Guide the development, review, and improvement of human resources policies, procedures, and operational practices to promote consistency, efficiency, and compliance.

Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state employment laws, administrative regulations, and district policies and procedures.

Assist with the preparation and revision of job descriptions, position classifications, and other personnel-related processes, as needed.

Coordinate and support responses to public information requests and other personnel-related documentation requirements, as assigned.

Ensure accurate and appropriate maintenance of personnel records, investigative documentation, and other required HR information.

Provide guidance, training, and technical assistance to district personnel regarding HR systems, policies, procedures, and employee relations matters.

Leadership and Collaboration: Establish and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with campus and district personnel, external organizations, and community stakeholders.

Represent Human Resources on designated district and community committees and initiatives.

Collaborate with other HR leaders to address complex personnel matters, support district initiatives, and promote consistent HR practices.

Demonstrate sound judgment, professionalism, and ethical leadership in handling sensitive matters and making recommendations that consider districtwide implications.

Personnel Management and Supervision: Provide leadership, direction, and supervision to assigned Human Resources personnel to ensure effective and efficient departmental operations.

Supervise and evaluate assigned personnel, provide ongoing feedback, and support professional growth and development.

Other Duties as Assigned

Frisco ISD retains the right to adjust the responsibilities and assignments of all positions as needed to meet the needs of the District.

Work Relationships

Frisco ISD is committed to fostering a collaborative work environment that honors and supports the social and emotional well-being of all. Employees are expected to interact in a manner that is becoming of educators and promotes high levels of productivity for the benefit of the students we serve.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Ability to work independently as well as a member of a team. Ability to maintain emotional control and sound judgment under stress. Ability to travel to multiple work locations as assigned. Frequent prolonged and irregular hours. Some prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting. Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching. Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).

Additional Considerations

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Disclosure Statements

The Frisco Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, or disability status of otherwise qualified individuals. FISD does not discriminate on the basis of membership or application for membership in the uniformed services.

Date Last Updated:

10/21/2026