(Supervisor or Director) of Human Resources and Support Services

Position Type: Administration/Supervisor Date Posted: 3/12/2026 Location: Sussex County Vocational Technical School District Date Available: 07/01/2026 Closing Date: 04/15/2026 District: Sussex Technical School District Position: (Supervisor or Director) of Human Resources & Support ServicesLocation: Sussex County Vocational Technical School DistrictReports To: Director of Curriculum & Instruction Starting Date: July 1, 2026Qualifications: Hold or be eligible for license and certification as Certified Central Office Personnel in accordance with 14 Del.C.§1592 or School Principal/Assistant Principal in accordance with 14 Del.C.?§1591. Be committed to Sussex County Vocational Technical School District's mission, vision, and values. Prior experience as a school district administrator preferred. Performance Responsibilities: Serve as lead human resources administrator for the school district. Oversee the hiring process including recruitment, interviewing and onboarding. Support adult education program with human resources process and policy. Oversee all district policies for human resources. Produce and update district procedure handbooks. Work to recruit and retain teachers and staff to ensure low turnover and a highly effective and equitable workforce. Manage all functions of the Frontline Information Management system. Lead new teacher mentoring process and ensure all new teachers are supported and fulfill requirements for continuing licensure. Manage all staff leave including paid parental leave, FMLA, earned leave, worker's compensation, paid family medical leave, and short-term and long-term disability leave. Collaborate with payroll department to ensure that salaries and stipends are correctly dispersed and that employees are supported with access to benefits. Serve as liaison with DSEA, STEA and STSEA to implement negotiated agreements. Monitor all required trainings for staff and ensure District adherence to any state requirements or mandates. Serve as a member of the District administrative cabinet. Oversee student disciplinary procedures and serve as liaison with the Department of Education School Climate team. Support school counseling and social work plans for students. Oversee all staff evaluations and serve as District contact and lead for the DTGSS teacher evaluation system. Implement the employee of the year process. Provide reports as requested including the Office of Civil Rights annual report and/or other reporting requested by state and federal agencies. Other duties as assigned. Terms of Employment: Twelve (12) month administrative position. Salary and Benefits: Pension and benefit eligible position. Salary commensurate with verified qualifications, education, and experience. Salary Range: $90,000 - $140,000 Application Process: Internal applicants must complete a shortened online application by clicking on APPLY ONLINE in the email send to advertise this posting. Internal applicants are encouraged to upload letter of interest, current letters of recommendation and resume. External applicants must follow the application process.All qualified and interested persons are invited to complete the online application by clicking on "Job Opportunities" at the top of the website: The following items must be included with an application: Letter of Interest Current Resume Two Separate and Current Letters of Recommendation Application Deadline: April 15, 2026 - 12:00 noon Disclaimer: The Sussex County Vocational Technical School District reserves the right to extend or shorten the application and/or interview period and to modify job requirements and to hire multiple candidates from one job posting. For more information contact: Jason Peel, Director of Human Resources and Support Services, 17137 County Seat Hwy. Georgetown, DE 19947 Tel: 302-856-9509 or Email: Employment with the Sussex Technical School District is contingent upon successful: Determination of Suitability based on Criminal Background and Child Protection Registry Checks Negative TB Test Verification of Credentials and Past Employment Experience Adherence to School District Policies Ability to Perform Essential Job Functions Agreement to Receive Direct Deposit of Paychecks Board of Education Approval Sussex County Vocational Technical School District reserves the right to take disciplinary action up to and including termination upon discovering false or misleading statements and/or documents after an offer of employment has been accepted. The Human Resources staff will assist in completion of all required documentation. The Sussex County Vocational Technical School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees, applicants, visitors, or others, and does not deny access to educational or other services, based on any characteristic prohibited by law. If any person has a complaint alleging any action which is prohibited by this policy, they should contact the Title IX Coordinator or the District 504 and ADA Coordinator, 17137 County Seat Hwy. Georgetown, DE 19947. Telephone (302) 856-9509.

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