Darlington County School District · 2 months ago
Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)
Darlington, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expDarlington County School District is seeking a Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) to serve as the strategic leader for people and culture within the district. The CHRO will be responsible for planning, developing, and implementing all human resource functions, focusing on data-driven decision-making and improving organizational effectiveness.
Education Management
Responsibilities
Serves as a key member of the Superintendent’s Senior Leadership Team, contributing to districtwide strategy, performance, and culture
Designs and implements HR systems that support the district’s strategic plan and ensure alignment between staffing, performance, and student outcomes
Provides data-driven insights to inform staffing models, retention strategies, compensation structures, and pipeline planning
Builds a high-functioning Human Resources team focused on service, efficiency, and continuous improvement
Leads all recruitment, hiring, and onboarding processes for certified and classified employees, ensuring efficient practices
Develops and monitors comprehensive recruitment campaigns that strengthen the teacher pipeline
Establishes retention dashboards and feedback systems to identify trends and guide targeted support and recognition efforts
Partners with universities, alternative certification programs, and workforce agencies to expand candidate pipelines
Oversees development and use of HR analytics, dashboards, and key performance indicators to monitor workforce trends (e.g., turnover, attendance, evaluation results, hiring timelines)
Leads efforts to modernize HR information systems (HRIS), digital recordkeeping, and workflow automation to enhance transparency and efficiency
Promotes integration of HR data with Finance, Payroll, and Student Information Systems to ensure accuracy, alignment, and insight-driven decision-making
Collaborates with the Finance and Academic divisions to ensure accurate staffing allocations and alignment of HR data with budget, payroll, and student data systems
Recommends policy or procedural changes based on analysis of data and best practices
Ensures compliance with federal and state employment laws, district policies, and certification regulations
Serves as the district’s Title IX Coordinator and ADA compliance officer
Provides guidance to principals and supervisors on employee relations, progressive discipline, and conflict resolution
Oversees the development and consistent implementation of evaluation systems for certified and classified staff
Administers salary schedules, pay adjustments, and leave policies in coordination with Finance
Supports design of compensation models and incentive systems that promote attendance, performance, and retention
Oversees employee wellness, recognition, and professional growth initiatives
Coordinates programs for beginning teachers and leadership pipeline development
Directs the daily operations of the Human Resources Department, including employee records, contract management, and personnel transactions
Supervises and evaluates Human Resources staff, fostering a culture of service, accountability, and innovation
Manages the HR budget and ensures responsible stewardship of district resources
Represents the district in state and regional HR organizations and serves as liaison to legal counsel on personnel matters
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree in Human Resources, Education, Public Administration, or related field required
Minimum five (5) years successful experience in leadership (principal or higher)
Demonstrated experience leading people operations or human capital systems that improve organizational performance
Possess and maintain a valid South Carolina driver's license or ability to provide own transportation
Ability to travel to schools and professional meetings; occasional overnight travel required
Deep understanding of state and federal employment law, certification processes, and HR best practices
Demonstrated success using data systems (e.g., PowerSchool, Munis, or comparable HRIS) to inform strategic decisions
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with a service-oriented mindset
Ability to build trust, maintain confidentiality, and foster positive relationships across employee groups
Commitment to the district's core values of Excellence, Evidence-Based Practice, Urgency, Partnership, Innovation, and Candor
Online Administrative Application NOTE: Reference section requires contact information for three (3) supervisory references, one of which must be your current Superintendent; reference forms will be emailed directly to the references listed
Letter of Interest
Résumé
Current Certification
Preferred
Specialist or Doctorate in a related field preferred
Valid South Carolina Leadership Certification (Superintendent or Principal) preferred
Company
Darlington County School District
The Darlington County School District (DCSD) believes in challenging students and pushing their boundaries through classroom and life experiences, rigorous standards, and innovative teaching.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase