Position Title

Associate Superintendent for Human Resources (10.9.2026)

Required Application Type

Teacher / Admin

Salary/Pay Scale

245,000.00

Job Description

POSITION:                     Associate Superintendent for Human Resources

                                       (Visit Announcement of Vacancy for complete job description)

SITE/BUILDING:  James Hines Administration Center, Patchogue, New York

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee strategic direction, executive leadership, and daily HR operations. 
• Evaluate and implement scalable systems to align with evolving organizational needs. 
• Collaborate with Business Services to ensure efficient employee compensation.
• Cultivate an empowering, welcoming, and equitable workplace culture while advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. 
• Direct collective bargaining for nine bargaining units and ensure compliance with labor, education, and Civil Service laws. 
• Analyze qualitative and quantitative HR data to evaluate programs and track progress. 
• Design targeted recruitment and onboarding strategies for instructional, administrative, and support staff using modern Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and digital platforms.
• Advise administrators on complex personnel matters, lead sensitive investigations, and present policy recommendations to the Board of Education.

ANTICIPATED START DATE:         November 19, 2026

MINIMUM STARTING SALARY:      $245,000

Job Qualifications

• Certification: New York State SDA/SDL Certification required
• Experience: Minimum of three years as a Human Resource administrator
• Core Competencies:
  • Demonstrated understanding of the interrelationship between Human Resources processes and Business Services to drive payroll accuracy and operational efficiency.
  • Track record of expanding, optimizing, and modernizing HR operational structures and systems. 
  • Proven success in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within complex organizational structures. 
  • Strong background in employee relations, contract negotiations, and Civil Service regulations. 
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage diverse internal and external stakeholder groups. 
  • Uncompromising integrity, credibility, and strict adherence to maintaining confidential information.
  •  Comprehensive working knowledge of New York State Education Law, Civil Service rules, Title IX, ADA, FMLA, and APPR evaluation frameworks.
  • Extensive experience with employee management and supervision.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Recognized HR certification from:  Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) or HR Certifications Institute (HRCI)
• Knowledge of the SchoolFront, WinCap, and Frontline platforms
• Specialized training, micro-credentials, or certificates in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Application Procedure

Please forward letter of interest and resume to:

David Wicks, Chief Operating Officer

Eastern Suffolk BOCES

suptsearch@esboces.org

By October 9, 2026

 

 

Studies show that women and members of some groups are more likely to underestimate their qualifications for a position. At ESBOCES, we are on a journey to create a more inclusive and equitable organization, which includes our commitment to welcome an inclusive and diverse work and school community. We recognize that a diverse representation in our organization is an essential step. All individuals, including applicants who identify with a historically underrepresented group, including but not limited to BIPOC (Black/African American, Indigenous/Native American, Persons of Color), Hispanic/Latinx, LGBTQ+, Women, and/or individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.

 

Job Category

Associate Superintendent

Job Location

Patchogue, NY

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