Job Details
| Region: | 3 |
| School District/Employer: | Bay City ISD |
| District Category/Employer: | Central Office |
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| Job Title: | Chief Human Resource Officer |
| School: | Bay City Independent School District |
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| Date Posted: | 1/9/2026 |
| Deadline: | Until Filled |
| Openings: | 1 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | Primary Purpose: The Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO) provides strategic leadership and high-quality HR management to support the staff and stakeholders of the school district. As a fundamental value of the district, the CHRO ensures that all HR practices embrace cultural responsiveness, fostering an equitable and supportive work environment. This role is crucial in promoting educational excellence through effective talent management and employee engagement strategies that respect and honor diverse cultural backgrounds. Qualifications: Education/Certification/ Requirements: 1. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Educational Leadership, or a related field; a master’s degree is preferred. 2. Three (3) years HR leadership experience in an education organization preferred. 3. Demonstrated experience in integrating cultural responsiveness and equity in HR practices. Additional Skills: 1. Proficiency in talent acquisition, growth, and management. 2. Proficiency in change and crisis management with a focus on cultural competence. 3. Understanding of the unique challenges in public education, particularly related to cultural equity and inclusion. 4. Adaptability to modify HR strategies based on organizational and cultural dynamics. 5. Conflict resolution skills, with a respectful approach to diverse perspectives. Major Responsibilities and Duties: 1. Develop and implement HR policies and procedures that prioritize cultural responsiveness and inclusivity, aligning with the district's mission and strategic objectives. 2. Oversee the recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes to attract and retain top talent from diverse backgrounds, including teachers, administrators, and support staff. 3. Provide guidance on staff recruitment, performance management, and professional development with a focus on cultural competency to school principals and department heads. 4. Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations, and collective bargaining agreements, enhancing cultural responsiveness within all HR practices. 5. Develop and manage employee benefits programs that accommodate the diverse needs of a culturally varied workforce. 6. Collaborate with employee associations and legal advisors to address concerns related to cultural sensitivity and promote inclusive workplace practices. 7. Lead initiatives to increase cultural awareness and competency across the district, including training programs for staff. 8. Manage employee relations, including investigations, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution, applying a culturally sensitive approach. 9. Serve as a strategic advisor to the Superintendent and senior leadership team on HR issues, focusing on advancing cultural responsiveness and inclusivity. 10. Prepare and present reports on HR metrics and achievements with an emphasis on cultural equity and inclusion to the Board of Trustees and other stakeholders. 11. Perform any other duties as assigned by the appropriate supervisor. Required Skills/Abilities: 12. Strategic thinking to align HR strategies with the broader goals of the district. 13. Analytical skills to assess HR data through a cultural lens and make informed decisions. 14. Leadership to inspire HR operations to embrace and integrate cultural responsiveness. 15. Effective communication of HR initiatives with sensitivity and inclusivity. 16. Integrity in all HR activities, ensuring ethical behavior and cultural respect. Supervisory Responsibilities: 17. Leads the HR management team and oversees all HR personnel. 18. Ensures HR practices align with district goals and are infused with principles of equity and cultural responsiveness. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions The work environment characteristics and physical demands 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. Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms. The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work related items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers and presentation materials. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Attendance at conferences and professional development is required. Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties. May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain emotional control under stress. |
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| Salary Range: | Min & Max Starting Salary $ 102,961.00 Min $139,302.00 Max |
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| How To Apply: | https://bcblackcats.schoolspring.com?jobid=5493235 |
Contact Person:
| Name: | Chris Townsend |
| Email: | ctownsend@baycityisd.org |
| Address: | 520 Seventh Street |
| City: | Bay City |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 77414 |
| Phone: | (979) 240-0269 |
| Fax: | (979) 245-3175 |