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Join PowerSchool as a Senior PX Business Partner to lead human resources strategies that align with business objectives in the K-12 education sector.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include serving as a strategic advisor, leading PX initiatives, managing employee relations, and driving succession planning and leadership development programs.

Skills: Strong business acumen, exceptional interpersonal skills, advanced problem-solving abilities, and proficiency in HRIS systems and data analytics tools are required.

Qualifications: Candidates should have at least 8 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, and a proven track record in leadership development and change management.

Location: This position is based in Plano/Dallas, USA, and remote work options are available.

Compensation: $105900 - $136900 / Annually

Overview

At PowerSchool, we are a dedicated team of innovators guided by our shared purpose of powering personalized education for students around the world. From the central office to the classroom to the home, PowerSchool supports the entire educational ecosystem as the global leader of cloud-based software for K-12 education. Our employees make it all possible, and a career with us means you’re joining a successful team committed to engaging, empowering, and improving the K-12 education experience everywhere.

Team Overview

Our People Experience (PX) team leads PowerSchool’s human-resources function, equipping and encouraging PowerSchoolers to reach their potential while driving business results. The PX team manages the organization’s global workforce infrastructure; supports the overall employee experience; and attracts, develops, and retains talent.

Responsibilities

Description

PX Business Partners help align the organization’s people strategy with our overall business strategy. As a strategic advisor and trusted partner to senior leaders, the Senior PX Business Partner plays a critical role in driving the execution of PX strategies across complex business units. This role leads succession planning, leadership development, and organizational change initiatives, while ensuring compliance and fostering a high-performance, values-driven culture. The Senior PX Business Partner leverages their specialized knowledge to support in creating policies and programs in line with our goals and objectives. 

Your day-to-day job will consist of the following key responsibilities:

• Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leaders, aligning PX strategies with business goals.
• Lead execution of PX initiatives across complex and dynamic business units.
• Drive succession planning and leadership development programs.
• Manage complex employee relations and ensure compliance with employment laws and policies.
• Support organizational change efforts and conduct assessments to improve effectiveness.
• Analyze workforce trends and develop data-informed PX solutions.
• Champion performance management and talent development processes.
• Deliver HR training and coaching across global regions.
• Partner with global PX teams to implement coordinated talent management initiatives.
• Own and execute specific PX projects or initiatives as directed by the PX Manager.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 8+ years of relevant and related work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, or equivalent years of relevant work experience.
• Additional experience may be substitute for an advanced Degree.
• Experience supporting complex, matrixed organizations across multiple geographies.
• Proven track record in leadership development, succession planning, and change management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong business acumen and ability to align PX strategies with organizational goals.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with executive-level presence.
• Advanced problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and data analytics tools.
• Deep understanding of employment law and compliance across multiple regions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Coaching certification or experience is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

PowerSchool offers the following benefits:

• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage (including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pharmacy benefits, Life Insurance and AD&D)
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts
• Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Comprehensive 401(k) plan
• Generous Parental Leave
• Unrestricted paid time off (known as Discretionary Time Off - DTO)
• Wellness Program, including ClassPass & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Optional Benefits: Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Student Debt Repayment Program and Prepaid Legal coverage

A reasonable estimate of the base compensation range for this position is $105,900 - $136,900 USD. This compensation range is specific to the United States and it incorporates many factors including but not limited to an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience and training; licensures, degrees, and certifications; specific geographic location; internal equity; internal pay ranges; and market data/range parameters.

EEO Commitment

EEO Commitment

PowerSchool is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. PowerSchool is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers PowerSchoolers to deliver the best results for our customers. We not only celebrate the diversity of our workforce, we celebrate the diverse ways we work. If you have a disability and need an accommodation regarding our recruiting process, please let us know by emailing [email protected].

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