Overview

Our Mission

To support, serve, and collaborate in attracting and retaining top talent. We empower individuals and teams by streamlining processes, ensuring the right people are hired, and fostering success through education, innovation, and strategic sourcing.

Our Vision

To be a trusted, innovative partner that champions excellence in people, practices, and performance — ensuring that every employee is supported and every student has access to the best educators and staff.

Our Commitment

We are dedicated to:

• Serving our employees, students, and community with professionalism, integrity, and responsiveness.
• Collaborating with leaders and staff to create a supportive, inclusive work culture.
• Educating and empowering employees with tools, resources, and professional development opportunities.
• Supporting staff well-being, engagement, and career growth.
• Sourcing and recruiting diverse, highly qualified candidates who align with our district’s mission and values.
• Enhancing efficiency through innovation, technology, and continuous improvement.

Our Services

The Department of Human Resources provides a full range of services to support our employees and schools:

Talent Acquisition & Recruitment

Attracting and hiring exceptional educators, leaders, and support professionals who reflect the diversity and strength of our community.

Employee Relations & Support

Promoting a positive, respectful workplace through collaboration, communication, and fair practices.

HR Operations & Compliance

Streamlining HR processes and ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.

Why Norfolk Public Schools?

Through innovation, equity, and a commitment to excellence, we strive to attract, develop, and retain the best talent to support student success and district achievement. When our employees thrive, our students thrive.