Executive Director of Personnel and Planning

**APPLICANTS MUST APPLY DIRECTLY WITH SD91 TO BE CONSIDERED**

• Position Type:
    Administration
   
• Date Posted:
    2/27/2026
   
• Location:
    Administration Office
   
• Date Available:
    07/01/2026
   
• Closing Date:
    03/20/2026
   
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  Title: Executive Director of Personnel and Planning

   

  The Executive Director of Personnel and Planning provides strategic leadership and oversight for the District's human resources functions and long-range operational planning. This position ensures effective recruitment, development, and retention of high-quality staff while also overseeing the directors who have responsibility for facilities, maintenance and operations, and technology planning to support safe, efficient, and future-focused learning environments.

  The Executive Director serves as a key advisor to the Superintendent and works closely with district leadership to align personnel systems and operational planning within the District's mission and strategic goals.

   

  Qualifications:

   

  • Master's degree in Educational Leadership.
  • Idaho Administrative Certification (or ability to obtain).
  • Successful experience in school leadership. District leadership experience is helpful but not required.
  • Demonstrated experience in human resources management, personnel supervision, and organizational planning.
  • Knowledge of Idaho education law, certification requirements, and employment practices.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Ability to manage complex systems with integrity, discretion, and sound judgment.

   

  Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

   

  Human Resources Leadership

  • Direct and oversee all district human resources functions for certified and classified staff.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, and district policies.
  • Oversee teacher, administrator, and pupil services certification processes and ensure accurate state reporting related to certification and staffing.
  • Lead strategic recruitment efforts to attract and retain high-quality educators and support staff.
  • Oversee onboarding processes for all certified and classified employees to ensure a positive and supportive transition into the district.
  • Develop and implement staff retention strategies and workforce planning initiatives.
  • Provide guidance and support to principals and supervisors regarding personnel matters, including employee performance, investigations, corrective action, and conflict resolution.
  • Support administrators in conducting effective interviews and hiring processes.
  • Manage complex and sensitive personnel issues with professionalism, confidentiality, and sound judgment.
  • Oversee employee evaluation systems in alignment with district policy and state requirements.
  • Supervise maintenance of accurate personnel records and ensure timely and accurate HR reporting.

   

  Planning and Operational Oversight

   

  Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations

  • Supervise the Director of Maintenance and Operations.
  • Provide oversight for district facilities, custodial services, grounds, capital improvement planning, and long-term facilities planning.
  • Consult with Director of Maintenance and Operations on development and implementation of multi-year facilities and utilization plans.
  • Contribute to building capacity analysis and enrollment projections to inform facility usage decisions.

  Technology Oversight

  • Provide supervisory oversight for the Director of Technology.
  • Ensure proper oversight of district technology systems support instructional goals, operational efficiency, cybersecurity, and data integrity.
  • Consult with Director of Technology on long-range technology planning, infrastructure upgrades, and integration of instructional technology.

  Strategic Planning and District Leadership

  • Participate in district strategic planning and organizational development efforts.
  • Analyze enrollment trends and staffing projections to inform long-term district planning.
  • Assist in budget development related to personnel, recruiting and staffing.
  • Present reports and recommendations to the Superintendent and leadership teams.
  • Assist the Superintendent with development and revision of board policies related to personnel and operations.
  • Foster a culture of professionalism, collaboration, accountability, and service.

   

  Physical and Work Environment

  • Primarily office-based with regular visits to school sites and district facilities.

  • Occasional evening meetings (Board meetings, community meetings, staff events).
    
    Other Duties and Responsibilities:

    Performs all other duties as assigned
    
    Terms of Employment:

    
    The exact terms of this position will be determined by the needs of the district and budgetary constraints. Benefits will be in accordance with approved board policy. Salary will be $120,000-145,000 depending on years of experience and education.
    
    Evaluation:

    Performance of this position will be evaluated by the Superintendent or designee.