Hays CISD Tuesday announced the selection of Elaine Howard as the district’s new Chief Human Resources Officer. Howard is currently serving as the Executive Director of Human Resources in the Judson Independent School district near San Antonio. The Chief Human Resources Officer position replaces the previous position of Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources at Hays CISD.
“We are excited to have Elaine join our team,” Superintendent Mike McKie said. “The Human Resources Department serves a critical function in our school district – ensuring we recruit, hire, and keep the best teachers and staff members available. I’m confident our students will be the ultimate beneficiaries of Elaine’s leadership and experience.”
Howard was named Interim Executive Director of Human Resources in Judson in 2010 and served in that capacity for a year before being named into the permanent position. In that role, she implemented operational and procedural systems to improve the department and ensure compliance with state and local laws. She also has experience in Judson ISD serving as the professional development coordinator, a content coach, and a teacher. Prior to working in public education, she was the coordinator of training and development for New Braunfels Public Utilities.
