HR Manager
SUMMARY
Located 20 miles north of LAX in the Santa Monica Mountains, Mirman School is a K-8 independent school dedicated to serving highly gifted children in a dynamic, intellectually stimulating environment. The school nurtures the unique needs of gifted learners through a comprehensive education that integrates academic, kinesthetic, and artistic development, while fostering a strong commitment to social-emotional learning and inclusivity. Students are encouraged to fully explore their talents and are empowered to become innovative problem-solvers and compassionate, thoughtful citizens in an ever-evolving world.
Mirman School is seeking a human resources manager who is inspired by the school’s mission and core values of Responsibility, Integrity, Discovery, Empathy, and Resilience. As a key member of the business office team and reporting directly to the CFO, the HR manager oversees all HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and workplace culture initiatives. This role requires a strategic thinker who can align organizational objectives with employee needs, while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and discretion.
The ideal HR manager will bring a strategic mindset and a commitment to creating an inclusive and positive work environment. Key responsibilities of this role will include providing timely, thoughtful support to employees, streamlining and enhancing HR processes and structures such as hiring, onboarding, and records management, and overseeing compassionate, steady support of employee performance management and accountability. Collaboration with school leadership and other departments will be critical to ensuring that HR practices are consistent, effective, and aligned with the school’s mission and professional culture. The HR manager should also be dedicated to advancing the sense of belonging and inclusion across the school’s hiring efforts and broader HR initiatives. With the ability to balance administrative duties with a hands-on, approachable style, the HR manager will be an integral part of Mirman’s vibrant community. The selected candidate will join Mirman’s community this spring or early summer, helping to shape and deliver exceptional HR services while supporting Mirman’s mission of nurturing the growth and development of gifted learners.
12M & Ed Tech Recruiting is running the search on behalf of Mirman School. Applications received by April 13 will receive priority review. For application instructions and the full job opportunity statement, please visit:
www.12MRecruiting.com/jobs/Mirman/HR
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Priority Deadline: April 13, 2025
Remote Semifinal Round: Late April / Early May
On-site Final Round: Early-to-mid May
Decision Announced: May 19, 2025
Start Date: Late Spring / Early Summer
Salary Range: $115,000–$130,000
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer
Classification: Full-time, Exempt
SPECIFIC DUTIES
HR Strategy and Leadership
Lead the development and execution of HR strategies, systems, and structures that align with Mirman’s mission and core values, focusing on building an inclusive and supportive workplace culture.
Partner with school leadership to align HR practices with the school’s strategic goals, fostering a positive work environment that supports Mirman’s dynamic culture.
Cultivate a workplace culture that reflects Mirman’s values of Responsibility, Integrity, Discovery, Empathy, and Resilience.
Support and enhance the school’s commitment to providing “best-in-class” employee compensation and benefits.
Work with department leads to ensure effective mentoring, cross-departmental onboarding, training, and professional development for all faculty and staff.
Employee Relations and Inclusive Community Building
Create a supportive environment where faculty and staff feel valued and heard, fostering open communication and collaboration across the school.
Provide guidance on workplace issues, conflict resolution, and professional development, ensuring employees are empowered to grow.
Address employee relations, performance concerns, and accountability proactively, fostering a sense of community and shared purpose.
Promote initiatives that support work-life balance and employee wellness, contributing to overall staff well-being.
Lead and drive inclusivity-aligned HR initiatives, ensuring hiring practices attract and support a highly diverse workforce, advancing equitable employee professional development and fostering a work environment that continues and enhances the already pervasive sense of belonging and community.
Ensure that all HR practices — recruitment, training, and community engagement are aligned with the school’s equity, inclusivity, and community goals and values.
HR Operations and Systems
Oversee HR processes including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding, ensuring they align with the school’s goals and culture.
Collaborate with leadership to refine HR processes, ensuring systems are efficient and meet the needs of both the school and its employees.
Manage payroll and benefits administration, ensuring accurate, timely processing and record-keeping while remaining compliant with all relevant regulations.
Support the head of school, CFO, and supervisors in managing performance evaluations, performance improvement plans, and conducting exit interviews, ensuring transparency and fairness.
Sustain and advance the annual salary review process with the CFO and other members of the Business Office to ensure that compensation goals are met relative to California statutes for pay transparency, gender pay equity, and the school’s strategic plan goals.
General Administrative
Manage the HR information system (HRIS) to ensure accurate and compliant employee records.
Collaborate with leadership to update and maintain the Employee Handbook and annual Employee Benefits Guide, ensuring both documents reflect the school’s current policies and regulations.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., FMLA, CFRA, PFL, workers compensation), and proactively manage employee questions and concerns.
Coordinate the timely completion of the NAIS, NBOA, and Cal-ISBOA annual demographic surveys.
Report to the CFO and perform other duties as assigned to support the school’s HR needs.
QUALIFICATIONS AND QUALITIES
Professional Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required; advanced coursework, degree, or HR certifications preferred
Five or more years of relevant HR experience; prior experience in an educational environment preferred
Comprehensive knowledge of HR functions such as recruitment, HRIS management, performance management, employee relations, and benefits administration
Experience with payroll systems (e.g., Paychex Flex, EASE) and document management tools (e.g., DocuSign)
Proficiency in Google Suite, including Docs, Sheets, and Forms; advanced experience with Microsoft Excel and Word
In-depth understanding of California labor laws, HR principles, and best practices
Personal and Leadership Qualities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, students, and administrators
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a very fast-paced culture while fostering an inclusive work environment
An appreciation of the role of human resources in supporting a school’s mission and culture
Superior skill in clearly and empathetically explaining HR policies to faculty, staff, and administrators
A willingness to practice active listening while seeking first to understand to produce outcomes that are high quality, efficient, and responsive to a colleagues’ requests
A passion for innovation, problem-solving, and continuous improvement
Integrity, discretion, and confidentiality in managing sensitive information
Commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging, with experience maintaining a diverse professional community
A flexible and solutions-oriented attitude, demonstrating a willingness to take on challenges, adapt to evolving needs, and ensure the success of human resources initiatives at Mirman School
Good sense of humor
TO APPLY
For more information please visit the following link, which contains the job opportunity statement and complete application instructions.
