Human Resources Manager

South Portland School Department; South Portland (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Portland School Department seeks a Human Resources Manager to oversee personnel functions, manage hiring and onboarding, and ensure compliance. This full-time role supports diversity and fosters a positive work environment, requiring strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills required.
• Experience in education or human resources is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all personnel functions within the district.
• Manages hiring, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, and records.
• Collaborates with school leaders and union representatives.

Skills

Communication

Organizational

Analytical

Education

Experience in education or human resources

Job description

The Human Resources Manager for the South Portland School Department is a full-time, year-round leadership position responsible for overseeing all personnel functions within the district. Reporting to the Assistant Superintendent, this role manages hiring, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, and records while supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. The manager supervises HR staff, ensures legal and policy compliance, and collaborates with school leaders, union representatives, and district leadership to foster a positive and professional work environment. Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills are essential, along with experience in education or human resources.

Maine State Criminal History Record Check (CHRC) authorization required, which cost $70. Website: http://www.maine.gov/doe/cert/fingerprinting/index.html