Director 1 Human Resources Nutrition Srv

JOB SUMMARY

The Director of Human Resources – Nutrition Services provides strategic and operational human resources support for the school district’s Nutrition Services Department. This position partners closely with Nutrition leadership to recruit, retain, develop, and support a large, diverse workforce responsible for delivering compliant and high quality meal programs to students. Director 1 ensures HR practices align with federal, state, and local regulations governing both public education employment and child nutrition programs, while supporting operational continuity, workforce stability, and organizational effectiveness.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

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1.        Serve as the primary Human Resources advisor to the Nutrition Services Department.
2.        Acts as a strategic partner in understanding the goals and objectives for Nutrition Services and works toward providing effective human resource solutions.
3.        Advises Nutrition Services Leadership and managers through complex talent management issues and collaborates with legal and professional standards staff as needed.
4.        Serves as a general subject matter expert in multiple human resource areas and collaborates with specialized subject matter experts within the core Human Resources department to provide Nutrition Services department managers with direction, guidance, coaching, training, and support.
5.        Collaborate with the HRIS department to provide comprehensive human capital data and data analytical reports to Nutrition Services Leadership and managers to inform and facilitate effective position and personnel management decision making.
6.        Collaborates with the Finance department staff on position management, and participates in year-round school and department budget meetings, including during the annual budget development process.
7.        Collaborates with Talent Acquisition department staff in the recruitment of school and/or department staff through participation in job fairs and other related recruitment events. 

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES CONTINUED

8.        Establishes and maintains a strong, positive working relationship with the Nutrition Services Unit to ensure satisfaction with the human resource support provided.
9.        Provides consistent, timely, effective communication to Nutrition Services Management to ensure consistent application of policies, procedures, processes, and practices of human resource functions.
10.        Keeps abreast of changes in HISD policies and procedures as they relate to delivering quality human resource services.
11.        Support strategies to improve recruitment, retention, attendance, and employee engagement within the Child Nutrition workforce.
12.        Travels to and from schools, departments, and central office to facilitate effective interpersonal communication, training, and in-person support.
13.        Other duties as assigned. (Note: No additional information is needed in this text box.)

EDUCATION

Candidate must meet one of the work experience requirements listed below.*

3 years of minimum experience required in one or more human resource functional areas, if candidate holds a bachelor’s degree related to the fields listed in the education section above.

4 years of minimum experience required in one or more human resource functional areas, if candidate holds a bachelor’s degree not related to the fields listed in the education section above.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 3 years of proven experience in a leadership role, preferably within a similar industry or organization.

SKILL AND/OR REQUIRED LICENSING/CERTIFICATION

Intermediate or advanced skills in the use of the Windows environment and applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and TEAMS.

Intermediate or advanced skills of HR Information Systems, SAP (preferred), Oracle, applicant tracking systems, SharePoint, databases, Google docs.

Ability to objectively analyze data and make recommendations on a variety of issues.
Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.
Demonstrated track record of successfully leading and managing teams, fostering a high-performance culture.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
Strong financial acumen, with experience in budget planning, financial management, and resource allocation.
Proven ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives that drive organizational growth and impact.
Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with the capacity to navigate complex challenges.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Knowledge of relevant industry regulations, compliance standards, and best practices.
Ability to adapt to change and lead teams through organizational transitions.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and practices.
Strong ethical standards and integrity in decision-making.

Office equipment (e.g., computer, laptop, copier).
Vehicles (automobile)

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

Work Leadership. Regularly provides project management or team leadership to a group of two or more employees but does not have formal supervisory responsibility. Leading and directing is restricted to monitoring work and providing guidance on escalated issues. Most of work time is spent performing many of the same duties they are leading.

WORK COMPLEXITY/INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT

Work is substantially complex, varied and regularly requires the selection and application of technical and detailed guidelines. Independent judgment is required to identify, select, and apply the most appropriate methods as well as interpret precedent. Position regularly makes recommendations to management on areas of significance to the department. Supervision received typically consists of providing directions on the more complex projects and new job duties and priorities.

BUDGET AUTHORITY

May provide feedback on resources needed during the budget development process.
May participate in a group plan and/or budget development committee.

PROBLEM SOLVING

Decisions are made with greater freedom and discretion, including recommendations that are subject to approval on matters that may affect multiple departments across HISD. Job is frequently expected to recommend new solutions to problems, to improve existing methods/procedures/services and generate new ideas. May also review decisions made by other individuals on more routine matters. 

IMPACT OF DECISIONS

Decisions have considerable impact to multiple divisions or the organization causing risks or improvements to relationships, significant efficiencies, or delays in operations, and/or significant financial gains or expenses. Errors are serious and difficult to discover, normally involve decisions not subject to detailed review and will result in excessive costs and/or significant project delays.

COMMUNICATION/INTERACTIONS

Collaborate and solve problems - work with others to resolve problems, clarify, or interpret complex information/policies, and provide initial screening/negotiations without approval authority. Interactions are typically with customers, senior level professional staff, and managers.

CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS

Leads others in the resolution of highly sensitive and confidential issues on behalf of the department. Acts as a trusted advisor and becomes involved in the customer's decision-making process including presenting alternatives and information and applying persuasion and negotiation skills in the resolution of problems. Monitors customer service standards.

WORKING/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unpleasant elements.
Ability to travel to schools and departments throughout the district.
Valid Texas driver’s license with applicable insurance coverage.
Ability to lift and carry up to 15 pounds, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, walk, climb stairs, drive, and/or be mobile.