About Hampstead Academy
Hampstead Academy is a small independent school in Hampstead, New Hampshire, dedicated to providing personalized learning in a close-knit educational community. We are seeking an experienced HR Consultant to serve as a trusted advisor to our leadership team by providing practical guidance on human resources matters, strengthening HR systems, and supporting compliance with employment best practices.
Position Summary The HR Consultant will provide strategic and operational HR support to the school's leadership. This role focuses on advising school administrators on HR policies, employee relations, performance management, compliance, and organizational best practices. It is an advisory and consulting position rather than a day-to-day administrative HR role.
Key Responsibilities
• Review and recommend updates to the Employee Handbook, HR policies, and procedures.
• Advise school leadership on employee relations, performance management, and workplace concerns.
• Provide guidance on employment law compliance and HR best practices.
• Develop and improve HR protocols, including reporting procedures, documentation standards, and internal processes.
• Review employment-related documents and provide recommendations for updates when appropriate.
• Support disciplinary procedures, workplace investigations, conflict resolution, and performance improvement planning.
• Provide recommendations on organizational structure, HR practices, and staff development.
• Serve as an HR resource for school leadership on complex personnel matters.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of five years of progressive HR experience.
• Experience working with schools, nonprofit organizations, or small businesses is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience developing HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification is preferred but not required.
Scope of the Role
This position is not responsible for routine HR administration, including onboarding paperwork, personnel file management, payroll, benefits administration, or employee scheduling. These functions are handled by the school's administrative staff. The consultant's role is to provide professional guidance, recommendations, and support for HR-related matters.
Expected Commitment
• Approximately 10-20 hours per month.
• Additional hours may be requested for special projects or complex employee matters.
• Flexible schedule with occasional virtual meetings.
• Available to respond to HR questions from school leadership on an as-needed basis.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $35.00 - $65.00 per hour
Benefits
• Flexible schedule
Work Location: Remote