Career Center

Department:  Business Office

Reports to:  Chief Financial Officer   

Position: Exempt

Columbus School for Girls (CSG) is an independent day school in Columbus, Ohio, founded in 1898, serving students in grades pre-k through 12. CSG empowers girls to discover their distinct potential as learners and leaders. As a leader in the education of girls and young women, it is a vibrant community of more than 565 students, 135 faculty and staff, and 2,500 active alumnae. CSG’s eight-acre academic campus in the beautiful Bexley neighborhood is a ten-minute drive from downtown Columbus, a city bustling with artistic, civic, and shopping experiences. Having just completed a strategic plan to guide the school’s direction over the next several years, CSG offers an exceptional, student-centered academic experience with strong offerings in the arts, an impressive athletic program, and a health-and-wellness curriculum that is unique in central Ohio. This combination of academics and skills ensures that CSG students will be well prepared for life beyond CSG.  

Position Overview: Columbus School for Girls seeks a Human Resource Generalist who will serve as the primary individual responsible for the daily functions of Human Resources for the school, including oversight and administration of all human resource activities and policies. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage all processes in the employee lifecycle including recruiting, hiring, onboarding, compensation, benefits, annual contract renewal and offboarding processes to ensure clarity, consistency and equity in all processes; collaborates with departments to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Create, maintain and update all job descriptions and employee personnel files for the School in cooperation with School leadership and department heads.
• Assist in management and documentation of annual performance review processes, with additional administrative oversight of the staff process.
• Collaborate with the administration to create, maintain and update the employee handbook to ensure compliance and clarity of School policies and procedures applicable to federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Manage the employee benefit program to include communication with benefit vendors and running the annual open enrollment process.
• Collaborate with the Business Office payroll function to ensure that all employee changes have been appropriately recorded in payroll software and documented in payroll preparation files.
• Manage FMLA, workers compensation claims, and long-term leave; responsible for EEO, Workers Compensation and 403(b) filings.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and industry regulations and advise employee supervisors on legal implications of HR issues; maintain knowledge of industry trends and best practices related to human resources management.
• Work in partnership with administration to effectively plan and implement annual employee training and professional development; Develop and implement employee wellness programs and initiatives.
• Consult with supervisors on employee issues and work in collaboration with School administrators to document and facilitate employee support and accountability processes; process employee grievances and work toward effective communication & resolution; implement performance improvement plans when necessary

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• At least one year experience in Human Resources
• Experience working in K-12 schools, preferred

Experience & Skills:

• A warm and professional customer-service orientation
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and administrators in support of the manifestation of our mission and values
• A professional demeanor with the ability to de-escalate conflict, seek solutions and problem-solve
• Absolute commitment to confidentiality of sensitive information and acting with integrity in all matters
• Ability to form relationships and communicate with tact and sensitivity
• Strong organizational and record management skills. The ability to multitask and work with many constituent groups.
• Strong written communication and proofreading skills
• Knowledge of employment related laws and regulations.
• Proficiency with Google Apps (Google Drive, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, etc.), Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.), as well as familiarity with database management/Human Resources Information Systems.

Values & Competencies

• A belief in the endless capacity and promise of girls with a commitment to the mission of CSG.
• High emotional intelligence, strong cultural competence and a demonstrated belief in the value of a diverse and multicultural community.
• An individual with a growth mindset.
• Eager to work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Ability to navigate a fast-paced environment, agility and the capacity to pivot as needed.
• The ability to accomplish/complete a task while demonstrating a thorough concern for all the areas involved, no matter how small. This means monitoring and checking work or information, while organizing time and resources efficiently.

Columbus School for Girls is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by law.

About Columbus School for Girls

Columbus School for Girls (CSG), located in Columbus Ohio, is an independent, college preparatory day school with a total enrollment of 503 girls. Founded in 1898, CSG is dedicated to girls’ intellectual, social, and ethical growth from early childhood through twelfth grade. The school is characterized by challenging academics, enriching arts and athletics, supportive relationships, and a range of diversity. Each CSG girl is empowered to discover her true voice and embrace her full potential amid the challenges and opportunities of a global and dynamic world.

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