Job Description

Candidates must be located in the state of South Carolina

This position starts on July 7, 2025.

Company Intro

Frustrated with cookie-cutter education models? So are we. At South Carolina Learns (SC Learns), we create schools that adapt to real-world needs—because every community deserves a chance to thrive.

Job Description

Anticipated Salary: $72,000-95,000

Time Off Plan: 25 Days PTO. Additional Days Off: MLK Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Week of July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving (Wed-Fri), Winter Break (Dec. 24 - Jan. 1)

The HR Director position is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated business units. The position formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization. The Director maintains an effective level of business literacy about the school’s financial position, its midrange plans, its culture and its competition.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Meets weekly with school leadership

• Consults with Academic Administrators and other leaders, providing HR guidance when appropriate.

• Analyzes trends and metrics to develop solutions, programs and policies.

• Maintains organization chart and position management

• Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.

• Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required.

• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to school leaders (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).

• Works closely with school leaders and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.

• Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation.

• Administers leave and accommodations processes

• Manages annual review process

• Develops contract terms for new hires, promotions and transfers.

• Provides guidance and input on restructures, workforce planning and succession planning.

• Identifies training needs for school leaders and individual coaching needs.

• Participates in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success. Follows up to ensure training objectives are met.

• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma

• 4-7 years of HR experience

• Supervisory experience

• Experience resolving complex employee relations issues.

• Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee relations, diversity, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.

• Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization’s hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors.

• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

• All clearances and background checks as required to work in a South Carolina public school

Preferred Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management, business, or related field

• SHRM or HRCI Certification

• Experience in human resources in an education setting

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has 1-3 direct reports. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Top Perks

As a staff member at The Heron Institute, you’ll enjoy:

• Benefits: Health care, dental, life insurance, and retirement through PEBA - Keep your service credit!

• Work from home 8am-4pm - no car or lunch duty!

• Laptop provided by the school and eligibility for internet reimbursement

Location

All staff must reside in the state of South Carolina or within 45 miles of the border.

This position is remote with the following travel expectations:

• Attend local student outing 1-2 times per semester

• Attend back-to-school professional development in July (1-3 consecutive days)

• May be asked to attend board meetings on a bimonthly basis

• Additional details on travel will be provided in the interview process

Additional Information

Non-certified staff are compensated based on a combination of education and relevant experience. We offer state health benefits and retirement through PEBA as well as deferred compensation through Empower and supplemental plans through Colonial Life. Learn more: Working at CASC/HVASC

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is a full-time position. Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 8-4 or as defined by the school. 

The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. 

This position is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.

The Heron Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status age, or genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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