Executive Director of Employment & Performance Management

Executive Director of Employment & Performance Management

Job Details

Job ID: 5662232

Application Deadline: May 02, 2026 4:59 AM (UTC)

Posted: Apr 22, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Reports To: Associate Superintendent of Human Resources

Place of Work: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools premises, with possible occasional work at other district locations

Responsibilities

Under minimal supervision, the Executive Director of Employment and Performance Management performs senior‑level duties, including:

• Adhering to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures.
• Leading, managing, supervising, and evaluating assigned staff/programs in Human Resources.
• Investigating, analyzing, and formulating methods for handling special projects and reports.
• Ensuring Human Resources systems remain fair, equitable, and compliant with laws and school board policies.
• Overseeing record‑keeping compliance functions, including onboarding, E‑Verify (I‑9 records), background checks, drug tests, and health certification.
• Advising on staffing needs and budgetary considerations.
• Managing and monitoring the departmental budget.
• Creating a collaborative hiring process to improve the experience for current and prospective employees.
• Directing the continuous assessment of personnel programs, policies, and procedures and recommending improvements.
• Providing technical guidance on personnel policy development and interpretation to the school staff.
• Planning, organizing, directing, and supervising the personnel management program, including selection and onboarding.
• Developing, interpreting, implementing, and enforcing personnel policies and procedures, including legal considerations related to disciplinary actions.
• Creating systems and processes to track and improve Productivity data of the Employment Team.
• Collaborating on vendor contract development, review, and renewal that support Employment and Performance Management.
• Facilitating staff meetings and attending other related meetings as needed or required.
• Overseeing and managing processes to ensure accurate personnel record management and reporting across multiple platforms.
• Completing local, state, or federal surveys and reports accurately and promptly.
• Participating in professional development workshops and leadership training.
• Creating an inclusive environment with positive communication and public relations.
• Performing related work as assigned or required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of public school system policies and HR programs.
• Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements applicable to school HR programs.
• Thorough knowledge of county and school board policies, procedures, and standards regarding funding, position control, and allotments.
• Deep knowledge of relational database theory and techniques.
• Deep knowledge of immigration policy, procedures, and requirements related to employment.
• Ability to maintain professional and emotional control under stress.
• Ability to respond appropriately to situations while maintaining a professional demeanor.
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment, or software related to business needs.
• Ability to develop and monitor a budget.
• Ability to direct and evaluate the work of others.
• Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations.
• Effective communication skills.
• Strong judgment and reasoning skills to maintain working relationships.
• Positive communication skills in all settings and mediums.
• Problem‑solving skills using sound judgment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business.
• Ability to develop charts, graphs, reports, and records related to school planning and strategy.
• Initiative, independence, and sound judgment.
• Ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor, and evaluate new or current programs.
• Demonstrated ability to perform detailed work, planning, risk assessment, and mitigation.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline‑driven, rapidly changing team environment.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Master’s degree in education or related area preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in human resources preferred.
• Equivalent combination of experience and education acceptable.

Special Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License or ability to provide own transportation.
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings.

Position Type and Salary

Position Type: Full‑time

Salary/Status: Market Pay Grade 12/Full‑time, 12 months