Duties
Performance Responsibilities:
- Leads and supervises department functions in collaboration with the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources; the Assistant Superintendent retains primary ownership of recruitment efforts, hiring processes, and day-to-day HR operations, with the Chief Legal and Compliance Officer providing strategic oversight and alignment.
- Partner with the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources on talent acquisition, employee relations, labor negotiations, compensation strategy, and HR compliance to ensure alignment with the District’s mission and goals.
- Review and advise on collective bargaining agreements; serve as legal counsel during labor negotiations in coordination with the Human Resources team.
- Lead and conduct internal investigations involving personnel, student matters, complaints, and allegations of misconduct; prepare findings and recommendations.
- Ensure District compliance with the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), including reviewing, coordinating, and responding to requests within statutory timelines.
- Advise on records management, document retention, and public records compliance.
- Provide guidance on sensitive matters, including employee discipline, student issues, and regulatory complaints.
- Draft, review, and revise policies and procedures related to investigations, transparency, and legal compliance.
- Coordinate with Human Resources and administration on employee relations matters, including grievances and complaints.
- Attend Board of Education meetings and advise on Open Meetings Act compliance.
- Manage or support litigation, claims, and administrative proceedings as needed.
- Develop and deliver training on FOIA compliance, investigative procedures, and legal best practices.
- Monitor legal developments related to public records, privacy, employment law, and investigations, and advise on operational impact.
- Serves as a member of the Senior Leadership Team and contributes to District-wide strategic planning, policy development, and Cabinet-level decision-making.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.
Salary/Benefits
Compensation: The recommended candidate for this position will receive a regionally competitive salary range of $170,000 - $230,000 commensurate with experience.
Benefits: Full-time Associates enjoy a robust selection of healthcare benefits including employer paid Life and AD&D insurance, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), as well as three medical plans to choose from including PPO and HMO plans. What's more, SD 308 currently provides a 100% deductible claim reimbursement program for out of pocket expenses (excluding ER services), when an employee is enrolled in our PPO plan and uses our RUSH Healthcare reimbursement program. Prospective employees can learn more on the District website.
How to Apply
Apply at https://www.sd308.org/