Welcome to Haverhill Public Schools Human Resource Department
Contact Information
Haverhill Public Schools
Human Resources
4 Summer Street
Room 104
Haverhill, Massachusetts 01830
Support Staff: Sandra McArthur, Alicia Murray, Jennifer Gariepy,
Dawn Pendleton
Voice: (978) 374-3411
Fax: (978) 373-1535
Employment Overview
Job vacancies and descriptions for teacher and other positions are available on the Haverhill Public Schools website (www.haverhill-ps.org). Job opportunities are posted as vacancies become available and remain on the website until positions are filled. Applicants may access application information and forms from this website or call the Human Resource Office at 978-374-3411 for application materials to be forwarded via mail. Applicants may also visit the Haverhill Public Schools Human Resource Department at 4 Summer Street Room 104, Haverhill, MA 01830. Office hours are between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
The Haverhill Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer which actively seeks to increase diversity of its workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, or disability in admission to, employment in, or treatment in its programs and activities. The Haverhill Public Schools is committed to maintaining a harassment-free school environment.
Application for Positions
Professional Staff Positions
To apply for an administrative or teaching position, applicants can apply on-line Click Here or may download and complete the Professional Application Form and submit along with a letter of intent (include job reference number), current resume, official transcripts, three letters of reference, and copy of a Massachusetts educator license to the Human Resource Office prior to 4:00 p.m. on the posted closing date. All forms can be found under Human Resources Information Links. Those selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the Human Resource Office.
Massachusetts Teacher Licensure: Appropriate licensure (certification) by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) is required for Massachusetts public school teachers. For information on state licensure or to apply for licensure, visit the Massachusetts DESE on-line “Educator Licensure and Recruitment Center” (ELAR) http://www.doe.mass.edu/license.html or call 781-338-3000.
Support Staff Positions
To apply for support staff positions (Custodian, Cafeteria, Paraprofessional, Clerical, and other positions) applicants can apply on-line Click Here or download and complete a Support Staff Application Form and submit along with a letter of intent (include job reference number), current resume, certification (if applicable), official transcripts (if applicable), and three letters of reference to the Human Resource Office prior to 4:00 p.m. on the posted closing date. Applicants for paraprofessional positions must possess a minimum of an Associates Degree or equivalent. All forms can be found under Human Resources Information Links. Applicants selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the Human Resource Office.
Athletic Coach Positions
Applicants for athletic coach positions can apply on-line Click Here or may download and complete the Athletic Coach Application Form and submit along with a letter of intent (include job reference number), current resume, certification (if applicable), and three letters of reference to the Human Resource Office prior to 4:00 p.m. on the posted closing date. All forms can be found under Human Resources Information Links. Applicants selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the Human Resource Office.
Criminal Offender Record Information: M.G.L. c. 71 §38R requires the Haverhill Public Schools to request criminal offender record information (CORI) from the Massachusetts Criminal History Systems Board (CHSB) for both present and future employees in any HPS program who have direct and unmonitored contact with children. Applicants for employment in the Haverhill Public Schools must complete a CORI Request Form prior to employment.
Again, for further information regarding employment opportunities in the Haverhill Public Schools applicants may contact the Human Resource Department, 4 Summer Street, Room 104, Haverhill, MA 01830 by calling (978) 374-3411, FAX (978) 373-1535, or www.haverhill-ps.org.
Human Resource Contacts
Information regarding employment opportunities, employee benefits, salary schedules, professional development, staff mentoring, performance evaluation, licensure/re-licensure, and applicant requirements may be accessed through the Haverhill Public Schools Human Resource Department at 4 Summer Street, Haverhill, MA 01830. Office hours are between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Applicants may contact the Human Resource Department by calling (978) 374-3411, FAX (978) 373-1535, or www.haverhill-ps.org. The Human Resource Department is operated by the following staff:
Sandra McArthur, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent
for Human Resources
Special Assignment: Confidential Matters, Coordination of Operations,
Data Management, Contracts, and Staff Orientation.
Alicia Murray, Principal Clerk
Special Assignment: District Staffing Reports, Staff Evaluation,
and Staff Attendance.
Jennifer Gariepy, Principal Clerk
Special Assignment: CORI (Staff & Volunteer), Cafeteria, and
Interview Scheduling.
Dawn Pendleton, Principal Bookkeeper
Special Assignment: Worker's Compensation, Unemployment and
Substitutes.
Community Profile
Included in the school district brochure is a profile of the Haverhill school community and opportunities for potential employees. The Haverhill Public Schools is very active in its recruitment and retention of “highly qualified” staff. Annualy, Haverhill co-sponsors the Merrimack Valley Recruitment Fair in March. Applicants can download details under HR Highlights.
Benefit Information
Health Insurance
Employees working a regular schedule of 20 or more hours per week are eligible for health insurance coverage. Temporary employees and those employed under service agreements are not eligible for benefits.
The City of Haverhill School Department offers the following health plans to its eligible employee:
1. Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
2. Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
Employees interested in enrolling in either of the health plans should
contact Jackie Pare at jpare@haverhill-ps.org or call
(978) 374-3410.
Dental Insurance
Employees may opt for a dental plan through Delta Dental. Information regarding the extent of coverage and the monthly costs can be accessed through the business office, Jackie Pare at Jpare@Haverhill-ps.org or call (978) 374-3410.
Life Insurance
A basic term life insurance plan is available to all eligible employees through Boston Mutual Life Insurance. A chart indicating the monthly costs for term insurance can be accessed through the business office Jackie Pare at Jpare@Haverhill-ps.org or call (978) 374-3410.
Whole life insurance with lifetime guaranteed benefits with future cash value is available to employees through Life Plus Insurance Agency. Employee can access more information on rates and coverage by calling (781) 837-9222.
Disability Insurance
Employees may opt for disability insurance coverage and access further information by calling New England Insurance Specialists at 1-888-474-1959.
Cancer Insurance
A cancer insurance plan is available to employees through American Heritage Insurance Company. Coverage is for medical and non-medical expenses associated with cancer treatment and paid directly to the insured. Information regarding coverage and monthly costs can be accessed through the business office, Jackie Pare at Jpare@Haverhill-ps.org or call (978) 374-3410.
Retirement
Massachusetts licensed teachers working .67 FTE or more must join the Massachusetts Teachers Retirement Board (MTRB). Other permanent employees working more than twenty (20) hours per week must join the City of Haverhill Retirement Plan.Comprehensive retirement systems offer defined benefit pensions to workers who have retired after a fixed number of years of creditable service, having attained a certain age or who have become disabled.
Deferred Compensation
Employees who are eligible may also invest in pre-tax dollars through payroll deductions in a deferred compensation plan. This permits you to defer up to $7,500 or 25% of your salary (whichever is less) from federal and state taxes.An annuity plan through Aetna is provided as a retirement plan for those employees not eligible for the Massachusetts Teachers or City of Haverhill Retirement Plans.
Human Resource Notices
The Human Resource Office regularly posts information relative to professional development opportunities, HR events and activities, news bulletins, legal postings, and policy and procedure. For detailed information specific to a posting please contact the Human Resource Office at (978) 374-3411, FAX (978) 373-1535, or www.haverhill-ps.org
Human Resource Online Forms
Application and employee forms for job application, and course approval are available Click Here for download. All questions regarding these forms may be directed to the Human Resource Office at (978) 374-3411, FAX (978) 373-1535, or www.haverhill-ps.org.
