HR Connections
What HR unit collaborates with other departments and divisions to fill open positions?
Recruitment & Retention
Which state agency is responsible for issuing and managing educator certificates in Georgia?
GaPSC (Georgia Professional Standards Commission)
When educators receive meaningful, growth-focused evaluations, what HR outcome improves?
Retention.
What is the primary mission of the recruitment and retention unit?
Attract and keep quality staff
What primary employment factor determines an employee's benefit options and contribution levels?
Position Status (Full-time or part-time)
What HR team verifies that a candidate meets GaPSC requirements before an offer of employment is extended?
Certification verification
Staffing data feeds directly into what reporting event where misaligned placements can result in audit flags or loss of funding?
CPI-State Reporting
Which HR team members serve as the initial point of contact for employees or applicants with the District Office?
Receptionist
What can delay the hiring process in SchoolSpring at the certification step?
Missing certification documents or requirements
A former employee needs to have their time served in the district sent to their new employer. What team would assist the former employee?
Experience Verifications
It's that time of year again to change my benefits. What month does annual open enrollment start?
October
What HR area is directly impacted when an unfilled vacancy remains open for too long and requires short-term coverage?
Substitute Teaching
The HR Division has received an open records request. Which HR area is responsible for compiling that information?
Records
What unit creates a possible pipeline for teachers?
Substitute Management
What are three core pillars for the Division of HR discussed by Ms. Albritten?
Dress Code, Communication Tone, and Office Culture
What policy governs the transfer of a professional employee from one school to another?
Voluntary Transfer
Which team should be contacted when support is needed with SchoolSpring?
Pre-Employment & Onboarding
What document outlines the steps an educator must complete to achieve full certification?
Certification Development Plan (CDP)
Which team handles I-9 verifications?
Pre-employment and onboarding
Where can you find information about when open enrollment will occur?
HR Master Calendar
A new employee started on July 31 and submitted a request for FMLA on September 1. Which HR unit should be contacted for an update on the status of the FMLA application?
Benefits
What assignment classification applies when an educator is placed in an ESOL classroom without the required endorsement?
Out-of-Field
What evaluation outcome is considered one of the top drivers of educator turnover when handled poorly?
Performance Evaluation
What formal evaluation frameworks' ratings directly impact certification renewal?
TKES (Teacher Keys Effectiveness System) and LKES (Leader Keys Effectiveness System)
What document did Dr. Hendrix introduce to the district that outlines expectations for all employees?
The Professional Agreements