Director, Human Resources

Mercersburg Academy, a co-educational day/boarding school for students in grades 9-12 and postgraduates, invites applications, nominations, and inquiries for its next Director of Human Resources.Reporting to the Head of School, the Director of Human Resources will oversee all aspects of Human Resource operations related to recruitment, compensation, payroll, benefits processes and programs, employee relations, professional development, and compliance. An advocate for the school’s mission and values, the Director of Human Resources will engage deeply with Mercersburg faculty and staff, lead the strategic direction of all Human Resources work at the school, and develop appropriate programs and strategies that reflect institutional priorities.ABOUT MERCERSBURG ACADEMYFounded in 1893 and situated on 300 beautiful acres in southern Pennsylvania, Mercersburg Academy provides students with an opportunity to live and learn among a vibrant and diverse community of learners from across the country and from around the world. The community serves as a place of exploration and discovery where students are empowered to define themselves and imagine their future.Central to Mercersburg’s mission is its emphasis on hard work, character, and community. Students learn to balance independence with interdependence and individual humility with collective pride, committing to a life of learning that prompts them to examine the spiritual nature of human existence and develop a determination to lead and serve the world.Mercersburg pairs top-tier academic offerings with extracurricular activities and a robust residential life program to create a transformative education. Guided by talented faculty and staff, our students build strength of character that inspires authenticity and responsibility. They develop the will to achieve and the determination to succeed, graduating from Mercersburg prepared for college, for their career, and for leading and serving the world.THE ROLE OF THE DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCESReporting to Mercersburg Academy’s Head of School, the Director of Human Resources holds responsibility for the design, development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of comprehensive human resources programs and strategies in support of institutional goals and objectives of the school. Leading two HR staff members, the Director oversees the school’s recruitment process, compensation, payroll and benefits processes and programs, employee relations, professional development, and compliance. Upon joining the community, the incoming Director will have the opportunity to build their own team by filling the role of Assistant Director of Human Resources right away.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND CHARACTERISTICSThe successful candidate will have many of the following qualifications and characteristics:B.S/B.A Degree required. Master’s Degree or SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.Ten years of related experience including at least five years in a managerial/supervisory role.Extensive knowledge of the principles, best practices, and procedures of human resources management.Strong analytical, management, problem-solving, and organizational planning skills.Excellent consulting, coaching, and facilitation skills. Ability to actively listen and to balance conflicting points of view.High EQ with ability to engage effectively with all employees, respecting differences and varied backgrounds. Discretion and integrity. Ability to establish a high level of trust and credibility across the community.Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. The salary range for this role is $135,000 to $145,000 with a generous benefits package.

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