Interim Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources - Eastern Suffolk BOCES, Patchogue, NY 11772 (6.18.2026)

ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY

Interim Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources

Background

Eastern Suffolk BOCES, a Middle States accredited, intermediate educational agency, is one of the largest BOCES in the New York State system of regional educational service providers. Eastern Suffolk BOCES serves a workforce of more than 4,000 full-time and part-time employees, a budget of over $550 million, provides special education and career education programs, as well as shared management services, educational support services, and technology services to 51 component school districts within the region.

This is an outstanding career opportunity for an individual who is dedicated to the highest standards of professionalism within the field of educational administration. This is a demanding senior leadership position in a complex agency, whose role is to assure the highest quality of Human Resources practices throughout the Agency. Eastern Suffolk BOCES considers the selection of the best available individual of critical importance to the future of the organization.

The Interim Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources will be responsible for:

• Engaging all stakeholders to develop and implement successful systems and processes
• Collecting, analyzing, and synthesizing qualitative and quantitative data to evaluate programs and monitor progress over time for reflection and action by stakeholders
• Advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within the context of human resources and in line with the Agency's vision, mission, and goals

Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities

• Implement the action plans within the Agency's Strategic Plan
• Build and create a welcoming and affirming working environment
• Lead the management of nine collective bargaining agreements
• Organize the continued development of hiring processes that recruit and retain a diverse workforce
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with internal departments as well as a broad set of other internal and external partners
• Provide regional leadership for human resource leaders in component school districts

Qualifications

Basic qualifications should include:

• NYS SDA/SDL Certification
• A minimum of three years as a Central Office administrator, preferably in Human Resources
• Personal qualities of integrity, honesty, credibility, and dedication to the mission of ESBOCES
• Proven ability to create and sustain a culture of collaboration and empowerment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including ability to present to large audiences of various internal and external stakeholder groups, with an understanding of adult learning
• Knowledge of education law, labor law, and the Civil Service system
• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential records and information

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with negotiations and labor management
• Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) or Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Certification
• Certificate or Micro-Credential related to training in diversity, equity, and inclusion

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Submission of all application materials by Thursday, June 18, 2026

MINIMUM STARTING SALARY: TBD

Persons interested in the position of Interim Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources are invited to submit a letter of interest, a personal resume, and a copy of their New York State School District Administrator or School District Leader certification to:

David Wicks

Chief Operating Officer

Eastern Suffolk BOCES

201 Sunrise Highway

Patchogue, NY 11772

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Email: suptsearch@esboces.org

All prospective applicants are requested to direct any inquiries to the above email address, and are asked to refrain from contacting any members of the Board or BOCES staff.

Studies show that women and members of some groups are more likely to underestimate their qualifications for a position. At ESBOCES, we are on a journey to create a more inclusive and equitable organization, which includes our commitment to welcome an inclusive and diverse work and school community. We recognize that a diverse representation in our organization is an essential step. All individuals, including applicants who identify with a historically underrepresented group, including but not limited to BIPOC (Black/African American, Indigenous/Native American, Persons of Color), Hispanic/Latinx, LGBTQ+, Women, and/or individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.

Post Date: 6.5.2026