Job Description:

Director - Human Resources, Employment

Join TUSD as a Strategic HR Leader!

Tucson Unified School District (TUSD) is seeking an exceptional, high-energy leader to take the reins of our core Human Resources Operations. Reporting directly to the Chief Human Capital Officer, you will manage a vital team overseeing the entire employee lifecycle—from attraction and onboarding to compensation, records, and substitute services.

We're looking for:

• An adaptable, creative problem-solver and strong communicator.

• Proven experience in organizational planning and successfully implementing HR policies.

• A leader with a genuine passion for fostering a positive, supportive work environment.

This role is paramount to our mission. You will be the architect behind systems that attract, develop, and retain the outstanding talent needed to serve TUSD's students and families. If you are ready for a challenging and deeply rewarding role that helps power a mission-critical organization, we want to hear from you!

Mission Statement
The mission of the Tucson Unified School District, in partnership with parents and the greater community, is to assure each pre-K through 12th-grade student receives an engaging, rigorous, and comprehensive education.

The District is committed to inclusion and non-discrimination in all District activities. At all times, District staff should work to ensure that staff, parents, students, and members of the public are included and welcome to participate in District activities.

SUMMARY

Reporting to the Chief Human Capital Officer, this leader will manage a team responsible for hiring, onboarding, compensation, employee records, substitute services, and HR operations. The ideal candidate is a creative, adaptable leader with strong communication skills, experience in organizational planning and policy implementation, and a passion for fostering a positive work environment. This role is critical to attracting, developing, and retaining a high-quality workforce dedicated to serving TUSD's students and families.

REPORTS TO 

Chief Human Capital Officer

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Master's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in Human Resources, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory or management role.

     or

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field and seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in Human Resources, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory or management role.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS  Consideration will be given to applicants who explicity confirm possession of the following preferred qualifications in their resume or application.

• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR or similar Human Resources certification.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Three years of experience in a public school district or similar public organization (e.g., government).
• Two years of experience using one or more of the district's specific HRIS products (specifically, Infinite Visions, SpringSchool/TalentEd, Red Rover, Frontline).

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING SKILLS

• Verbal and written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions
• Experience in working with diverse constituencies/populations.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AFTER HIRE

• FBI fingerprint background check.
• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.
• MVReport – showing no more than the allowable points against Driver’s License as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees.  

POSITION SPECIFICS

• Application Required on TUSD Website: Job Ref #5445955
• SALARY RANGE: $85,429.09 - $99,180.51 annually
• EFFECTIVE: 2025-2026 School Year
• LOCATION: Human Resources - Broadway and Park Area
• FTE: 1.0 - 8 hours per day
• WORK CALENDAR: 12 month
• START DATE: ASAP

First Review of Applications will begin on December 18, 2025

Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language.  For more information on the salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage. 

Salary will be prorated if the start date is after the first day of the work calendar for the position. 

Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.