Human Resources Technician
Terms of Employment: 12-month, Full-Time Employee
Reports to: Human Resources Manager
Salary: Current Approved Odyssey Charter School Salary Scale
About Odyssey Charter School
Odyssey Charter School is a vibrant, full-scale K–12 charter school serving 2,300 students in a diverse, inclusive, and academically rigorous environment. We are proud of our unique dual immersion program, innovative green initiatives, community food program, and consistently high academic outcomes.
Rooted in classical Greek education, our mission is to prepare lifelong learners who are culturally aware, global citizens equipped with critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Our teaching philosophy leverages the Socratic Method and an inquiry-based learning model, fostering an equitable and democratic school culture in which every student can thrive. Equal Opportunity Employer
Odyssey Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment or educational programs, services, or activities based on race, color, creed, religion, gender (including pregnancy and related conditions), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Position Overview
The Human Resources Technician plays a key role in supporting comprehensive HR functions under the supervision of the Human Resources Manager. This position involves a range of technical and administrative tasks including personnel record maintenance, recruitment coordination, leave management, data entry, and assistance with onboarding and offboarding.
The HR Technician serves as a point of contact for staff inquiries and is expected to maintain the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Review HR transactions for accuracy and compliance with school policy and applicable regulations.
- Perform data entry and maintain employee records in HRIS systems such as PHRST and Data Service Center.
- Support recruitment processes: post job openings, manage applicant tracking, schedule interviews, verify references, and communicate with candidates.
- Assist with onboarding and orientation of new hires.
- Gain an expert understanding of recruiting and onboarding non-U.S. candidates, and provide support to the HR Team with all international hiring and onboarding processes.
- Maintain real-time leave records in Data Services Center.
- Generate standard and ad hoc reports from PHRST and other systems.
- Draft general correspondence and HR communications.
- Participate in investigations of workplace issues as directed by the HR Manager.
- Manage and maintain HR templates, forms, and platforms such as Odyssey University.
- Update and manage digital documents, forms, and internal HR content.
- Provide exceptional customer service to staff, applicants, and the public via phone, email, and in person.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Human Resources Manager.
Qualifications and Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum of three (3) years of HR-related experience, preferably in Delaware public education.
- Associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (required).
- Proven ability to work independently with strong initiative and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated punctuality, dependability, and strong organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently and effectively.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field.
- Experience using HRIS platforms such as PeopleSoft or Oracle.
- Strong knowledge of PHRST, Data Service Center, and Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and Google Workspace.
- Familiarity with AI tools, Canva, and digital communication platforms.
- Knowledge of recruitment and evaluation best practices.
- In-depth understanding of leave laws and benefits, including FMLA, PPL, Workers’ Compensation, and disability leave.
- Experience working in a dual-language or urban school setting with a diverse population.
Standard Requirements
- Must pass a criminal background check, TB test, and Child Protection Registry clearance as required by Delaware public school regulations.
- Mandatory enrollment in direct deposit payroll.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should apply online and upload a current resume along with three professional references: at least two direct supervisors.
Applicants who experience technical difficulties applying or who would like to request a paper application, are asked to please contact the Human Resources Department at (302) 516-8000.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Wilmington, DE 19805 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Wilmington, DE 19805: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
