PowerSchool Group LLC

Support core HR processes and enhance employee experience across teams through day-to-day HR support and program coordination. | Minimum 2 years HR experience, bachelor's degree, foundational HR knowledge, and strong communication skills. | Overview At PowerSchool, we are a dedicated team of innovators guided by our shared purpose of powering personalized education for students around the world. From the central office to the classroom to the home, PowerSchool supports the entire educational ecosystem as the global leader of cloud-based software for K-12 education. Our employees make it all possible, and a career with us means you’re joining a successful team committed to engaging, empowering, and improving the K-12 education experience everywhere. Team Overview Our People Experience (PX) team leads PowerSchool’s human-resources function, equipping and encouraging PowerSchoolers to reach their potential while driving business results. The PX team manages the organization’s global workforce infrastructure; supports the overall employee experience; and attracts, develops, and retains talent. Responsibilities PX Business Partners help align the organization’s people strategy with our overall business strategy. They partner with senior leadership through specialized knowledge that helps create policies and programs in line with our goals and objectives. The People Experience Business Partner supports core people processes and helps deliver a positive employee experience across designated teams. This role provides day‑to‑day HR support, coordinates programs, and partners with senior PX team members to ensure smooth execution of people-related activities. While not yet operating as a strategic advisor, this role contributes to meaningful people initiatives, ensures accurate process administration, and strengthens employee engagement through effective communication, coordination, and problem‑solving. Your day-to-day job will consist of: People Process Support Assist with the execution of HR processes such as onboarding, performance cycles, engagement programs, and data updates. Help gather information for workforce planning or organizational updates under guidance from senior PXBPs. Employee Experience & Engagement Respond to employee questions and direct them to appropriate resources. Support engagement, recognition, and inclusion initiatives through logistics, coordination, and communications. Change Support Coordinate communications and training materials for change initiatives led by senior PXBPs. Help monitor adoption and gather feedback from employees. Talent Development Coordination Partner with Learning & Development to schedule sessions, manage attendance, and track completion. Support career development resources by helping gather data or employee feedback. Performance & Culture Enablement Assist in administering performance management tools and reminders. Reinforce company values by helping prepare culture‑related content, resources, or events. Data & Reporting Run basic reports from HRIS systems and update dashboards as requested. Maintain accuracy of people data and support metrics tracking (e.g., turnover, engagement, headcount). Employee Relations Support Document employee relations cases and assist with scheduling, follow‑up, and policy lookups. Escalate complex concerns to senior PXBPs or PX leadership. Cross‑Functional HR Coordination Partner with COEs by sharing data, preparing materials, and ensuring consistent communication across PX teams. Support global initiatives by coordinating deliverables and tracking status. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Minimum of 2 years of relevant and related work experience. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, or equivalent years of relevant work experience. Travel occasionally, up to 5-10%, for key moments such as team summits, training, conferences, etc., with increased frequency during peak periods based on business demands. Experience coordinating HR programs or supporting HR operations preferred. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge & Skills Foundational understanding of HR processes (onboarding, performance, employee relations basics). Ability to learn HRIS and analytics tools; comfort running standard reports. Awareness of employment laws and HR best practices. Leadership & Interpersonal Skills Strong communication skills and willingness to learn. Ability to build relationships and provide helpful, timely support. Comfortable working in dynamic, ambiguous environments with guidance. Mindset & Approach Curious, eager to grow, and open to feedback. Detail‑oriented, reliable, and proactive in solving problems. Collaborative and committed to delivering a positive employee experience. Compensation & Benefits Compensation & Benefits PowerSchool offers the following benefits: Comprehensive Insurance Coverage (including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pharmacy benefits, Life Insurance and AD&D) Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Comprehensive 401(k) plan Generous Parental Leave Unrestricted paid time off (known as Discretionary Time Off - DTO) Wellness Program, including ClassPass & Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Optional Benefits: Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Student Debt Repayment Program and Prepaid Legal coverage A reasonable estimate of the base compensation range for this position is $67,300 - $84,100 USD. This compensation range is specific to the United States and it incorporates many factors including but not limited to an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience and training; licensures, degrees, and certifications; internal equity; internal pay ranges; and market data/range parameters. EEO Commitment EEO Commitment PowerSchool is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. PowerSchool is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers PowerSchoolers to deliver the best results for our customers. We not only celebrate the diversity of our workforce, we celebrate the diverse ways we work. If you have a disability and need an accommodation regarding our recruiting process, please let us know by emailing accomodations@powerschool.com.

Provide strategic HR partnership and lead organizational effectiveness initiatives for business units. | 8+ years HR experience with strong business acumen, advanced HR knowledge, and leadership coaching skills. | Overview At PowerSchool, we are a dedicated team of innovators guided by our shared purpose of powering personalized education for students around the world. From the central office to the classroom to the home, PowerSchool supports the entire educational ecosystem as the global leader of cloud-based software for K-12 education. Our employees make it all possible, and a career with us means you're joining a successful team committed to engaging, empowering, and improving the K-12 education experience everywhere. Team Overview Our People Experience (PX) team leads PowerSchool's human-resources function, equipping and encouraging PowerSchoolers to reach their potential while driving business results. The PX team manages the organization's global workforce infrastructure; supports the overall employee experience; and attracts, develops, and retains talent. ResponsibilitiesDescription PX Business Partners help align the organization's people strategy with our overall business strategy. They partner with senior leadership through specialized knowledge that helps create policies and programs in line with our goals and objectives. The Senior People Experience Business Partner is an advanced-level HR partner responsible for delivering strategic, highimpact people solutions across assigned business units. Operating with significant independence, this role advises senior leaders, drives organizational effectiveness, leads cross-functional initiatives, and serves as a trusted thought partner on workforce strategy. This individual applies deep HR expertise, strong business acumen, and proactive problem-solving to support organizational performance and employee experience. They also play a key role in interpreting people analytics, enabling leaders, and maintaining alignment with enterprise-wide PX programs and frameworks. Your day-to-day job will consist of: • Strategic Partnership & Business Alignment • Serve as a primary PX advisor for leaders, providing insight on organizational structure, workforce planning, role design, and talent strategy. • Translate business priorities into integrated people strategies that improve team performance and organizational effectiveness. • Identify talent risks, organizational gaps, and peoplerelated dependencies early and recommend mitigation plans. • Employee Experience & Culture • Champion culture and engagement initiatives aligned with enterprise PX programs, adapting approaches to meet businessspecific needs. • Analyze engagement trends and propose targeted interventions to improve team climate, retention, and connection to PowerSchool values. • Provide expert consultation on communication plans and change readiness. • Change Leadership • Lead the people workstream for major change initiatives (org changes, restructures, leadership transitions, process modernization). • Coach leaders through complex changes, ensuring strong communication, employee impact assessments, and smooth implementation. • Identify change adoption risks and propose databacked adjustments. • Talent & Leadership Development • Partner with Talent Development to assess leadership capability needs and tailor development pathways. • Facilitate succession planning discussions and ensure readiness pipelines are actively maintained. • Coach managers and emerging leaders using data, feedback, and observed behaviors. • Performance, Organizational Health & Coaching • Guide managers through advanced performance management cases, including role alignment, development planning, performance improvement, or organizational redesign conversations. • Surface patterns impacting team performance and recommend systemlevel improvements. • Interpret role complexity and scope to support job code or level considerations-consistent with Career Framework guidance on scope and experience mapping. • DataDriven Insights & People Analytics • Leverage people analytics to generate actionable insights for leaders regarding turnover, talent movement, performance distribution, and sentiment. • Model implications of proposed org changes, headcount shifts, or talent strategies. • Present insights to executive and senior leadership teams in clear, businessoriented language. • Employee Relations • Manage moderately complex employee relations matters in partnership with PX Operations and Legal. • Conduct intake, risk assessment, documentation review, and provide recommendations for resolution. • Identify trends in ER activity and recommend preventive measures (manager training, process changes, policy updates). • Cross-Functional Collaboration • Partner with COEs (Compensation, Talent Acquisition, PX Tech, PX Ops, Benefits, TD) to deliver cohesive people programs. • Provide business insights to COEs to ensure enterprise initiatives are fitforpurpose and adopted effectively. • Represent the business group in cross-PX working groups and enterprise councils. • Business Acumen & Enterprise Thinking • Maintain a deep understanding of the business unit's strategy, product or service portfolio, financial drivers, and customer impact. • Connect people recommendations to business outcomes (productivity, time-to-value, quality, engagement). • Apply both functional HR knowledge and organizational context to drive integrated solutions. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications • Minimum of 8+ years of relevant and related work experience. • Bachelor's degree or equivalent, or equivalent years of relevant work experience. • Travel occasionally, up to 5-10%, for key moments such as team summits, training, conferences, etc., with increased frequency during peak periods based on business demands. • Additional experience may be substitute for an advanced Degree. Preferred Qualifications • Knowledge & Skills • Advanced knowledge across HR disciplines (employee relations, org development, compensation basics, talent management, analytics). • Strong business acumen; ability to integrate people considerations into business planning. • Skilled in analyzing data, identifying trends, and turning insights into action. • Strong communication, influencing, and coaching capabilities. • Leadership & Mindset Competencies • Operates with autonomy and sound judgment on complex, sensitive matters. • Demonstrates enterprise thinking, collaboration, and the ability to drive cross-functional alignment. • Navigates ambiguity with resilience and solutions-oriented thinking. • Advocates for equity, inclusion, and a consistent employee experience. Compensation & Benefits Compensation & Benefits PowerSchool offers the following benefits: • Comprehensive Insurance Coverage (including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pharmacy benefits, Life Insurance and AD&D) • Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts • Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability • Comprehensive 401(k) plan • Generous Parental Leave • Unrestricted paid time off (known as Discretionary Time Off - DTO) • Wellness Program, including ClassPass & Employee Assistance Program • Tuition Reimbursement • Optional Benefits: Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Student Debt Repayment Program and Prepaid Legal coverage A reasonable estimate of the base compensation range for this position is $106,600 - $133,300 USD. This compensation range is specific to the United States and it incorporates many factors including but not limited to an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience and training; licensures, degrees, and certifications; internal equity; internal pay ranges; and market data/range parameters. EEO CommitmentEEO Commitment PowerSchool is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. PowerSchool is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers PowerSchoolers to deliver the best results for our customers. We not only celebrate the diversity of our workforce, we celebrate the diverse ways we work. If you have a disability and need an accommodation regarding our recruiting process, please let us know by emailing accomodations@powerschool.com. Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Provide strategic HR partnership to senior leaders, drive organizational effectiveness, and lead talent and culture initiatives. | 8+ years HR experience with advanced knowledge in employee relations, talent management, analytics, and strong business acumen. | Overview At PowerSchool, we are a dedicated team of innovators guided by our shared purpose of powering personalized education for students around the world. From the central office to the classroom to the home, PowerSchool supports the entire educational ecosystem as the global leader of cloud-based software for K-12 education. Our employees make it all possible, and a career with us means you're joining a successful team committed to engaging, empowering, and improving the K-12 education experience everywhere. Team Overview Our People Experience (PX) team leads PowerSchool's human-resources function, equipping and encouraging PowerSchoolers to reach their potential while driving business results. The PX team manages the organization's global workforce infrastructure; supports the overall employee experience; and attracts, develops, and retains talent. Responsibilities Description PX Business Partners help align the organization's people strategy with our overall business strategy. They partner with senior leadership through specialized knowledge that helps create policies and programs in line with our goals and objectives. The Senior People Experience Business Partner is an advanced-level HR partner responsible for delivering strategic, high-impact people solutions across assigned business units. Operating with significant independence, this role advises senior leaders, drives organizational effectiveness, leads cross-functional initiatives, and serves as a trusted thought partner on workforce strategy. This individual applies deep HR expertise, strong business acumen, and proactive problem-solving to support organizational performance and employee experience. They also play a key role in interpreting people analytics, enabling leaders, and maintaining alignment with enterprise-wide PX programs and frameworks. Your day-to-day job will consist of: • Strategic Partnership & Business Alignment • Serve as a primary PX advisor for leaders, providing insight on organizational structure, workforce planning, role design, and talent strategy. • Translate business priorities into integrated people strategies that improve team performance and organizational effectiveness. • Identify talent risks, organizational gaps, and people-related dependencies early and recommend mitigation plans. • Employee Experience & Culture • Champion culture and engagement initiatives aligned with enterprise PX programs, adapting approaches to meet business-specific needs. • Analyze engagement trends and propose targeted interventions to improve team climate, retention, and connection to PowerSchool values. • Provide expert consultation on communication plans and change readiness. • Change Leadership • Lead the people workstream for major change initiatives (org changes, restructures, leadership transitions, process modernization). • Coach leaders through complex changes, ensuring strong communication, employee impact assessments, and smooth implementation. • Identify change adoption risks and propose data-backed adjustments. • Talent & Leadership Development • Partner with Talent Development to assess leadership capability needs and tailor development pathways. • Facilitate succession planning discussions and ensure readiness pipelines are actively maintained. • Coach managers and emerging leaders using data, feedback, and observed behaviors. • Performance, Organizational Health & Coaching • Guide managers through advanced performance management cases, including role alignment, development planning, performance improvement, or organizational redesign conversations. • Surface patterns impacting team performance and recommend system-level improvements. • Interpret role complexity and scope to support job code or level considerations-consistent with Career Framework guidance on scope and experience mapping. • Data-Driven Insights & People Analytics • Leverage people analytics to generate actionable insights for leaders regarding turnover, talent movement, performance distribution, and sentiment. • Model implications of proposed org changes, headcount shifts, or talent strategies. • Present insights to executive and senior leadership teams in clear, business-oriented language. • Employee Relations • Manage moderately complex employee relations matters in partnership with PX Operations and Legal. • Conduct intake, risk assessment, documentation review, and provide recommendations for resolution. • Identify trends in ER activity and recommend preventive measures (manager training, process changes, policy updates). • Cross-Functional Collaboration • Partner with COEs (Compensation, Talent Acquisition, PX Tech, PX Ops, Benefits, TD) to deliver cohesive people programs. • Provide business insights to COEs to ensure enterprise initiatives are fit-for-purpose and adopted effectively. • Represent the business group in cross-PX working groups and enterprise councils. • Business Acumen & Enterprise Thinking • Maintain a deep understanding of the business unit's strategy, product or service portfolio, financial drivers, and customer impact. • Connect people recommendations to business outcomes (productivity, time-to-value, quality, engagement). • Apply both functional HR knowledge and organizational context to drive integrated solutions. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications • Minimum of 8+ years of relevant and related work experience. • Bachelor's degree or equivalent, or equivalent years of relevant work experience. • Travel occasionally, up to 5-10%, for key moments such as team summits, training, conferences, etc., with increased frequency during peak periods based on business demands. • Additional experience may be substitute for an advanced Degree. Preferred Qualifications • Knowledge & Skills • Advanced knowledge across HR disciplines (employee relations, org development, compensation basics, talent management, analytics). • Strong business acumen; ability to integrate people considerations into business planning. • Skilled in analyzing data, identifying trends, and turning insights into action. • Strong communication, influencing, and coaching capabilities. • Leadership & Mindset Competencies • Operates with autonomy and sound judgment on complex, sensitive matters. • Demonstrates enterprise thinking, collaboration, and the ability to drive cross-functional alignment. • Navigates ambiguity with resilience and solutions-oriented thinking. • Advocates for equity, inclusion, and a consistent employee experience. Compensation & Benefits Compensation & Benefits PowerSchool offers the following benefits: • Comprehensive Insurance Coverage (including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pharmacy benefits, Life Insurance and AD&D) • Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts • Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability • Comprehensive 401(k) plan • Generous Parental Leave • Unrestricted paid time off (known as Discretionary Time Off - DTO) • Wellness Program, including ClassPass & Employee Assistance Program • Tuition Reimbursement • Optional Benefits: Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Student Debt Repayment Program and Prepaid Legal coverage A reasonable estimate of the base compensation range for this position is $106,600 - $133,300 USD. This compensation range is specific to the United States and it incorporates many factors including but not limited to an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience and training; licensures, degrees, and certifications; internal equity; internal pay ranges; and market data/range parameters. EEO Commitment EEO Commitment PowerSchool is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. PowerSchool is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers PowerSchoolers to deliver the best results for our customers. We not only celebrate the diversity of our workforce, we celebrate the diverse ways we work. If you have a disability and need an accommodation regarding our recruiting process, please let us know by emailing accomodations@powerschool.com.

Support HR processes and employee experience initiatives to align people strategy with business goals. | Minimum 2 years HR experience, bachelor's degree or equivalent, coordination of HR programs, and foundational HR process knowledge. | Overview At PowerSchool, we are a dedicated team of innovators guided by our shared purpose of powering personalized education for students around the world. From the central office to the classroom to the home, PowerSchool supports the entire educational ecosystem as the global leader of cloud-based software for K-12 education. Our employees make it all possible, and a career with us means you're joining a successful team committed to engaging, empowering, and improving the K-12 education experience everywhere. Team Overview Our People Experience (PX) team leads PowerSchool's human-resources function, equipping and encouraging PowerSchoolers to reach their potential while driving business results. The PX team manages the organization's global workforce infrastructure; supports the overall employee experience; and attracts, develops, and retains talent. Responsibilities PX Business Partners help align the organization's people strategy with our overall business strategy. They partner with senior leadership through specialized knowledge that helps create policies and programs in line with our goals and objectives. The People Experience Business Partner supports core people processes and helps deliver a positive employee experience across designated teams. This role provides day-to-day HR support, coordinates programs, and partners with senior PX team members to ensure smooth execution of people-related activities. While not yet operating as a strategic advisor, this role contributes to meaningful people initiatives, ensures accurate process administration, and strengthens employee engagement through effective communication, coordination, and problem-solving. Your day-to-day job will consist of: • People Process Support • Assist with the execution of HR processes such as onboarding, performance cycles, engagement programs, and data updates. • Help gather information for workforce planning or organizational updates under guidance from senior PXBPs. • Employee Experience & Engagement • Respond to employee questions and direct them to appropriate resources. • Support engagement, recognition, and inclusion initiatives through logistics, coordination, and communications. • Change Support • Coordinate communications and training materials for change initiatives led by senior PXBPs. • Help monitor adoption and gather feedback from employees. • Talent Development Coordination • Partner with Learning & Development to schedule sessions, manage attendance, and track completion. • Support career development resources by helping gather data or employee feedback. • Performance & Culture Enablement • Assist in administering performance management tools and reminders. • Reinforce company values by helping prepare culture-related content, resources, or events. • Data & Reporting • Run basic reports from HRIS systems and update dashboards as requested. • Maintain accuracy of people data and support metrics tracking (e.g., turnover, engagement, headcount). • Employee Relations Support • Document employee relations cases and assist with scheduling, follow-up, and policy lookups. • Escalate complex concerns to senior PXBPs or PX leadership. • Cross-Functional HR Coordination • Partner with COEs by sharing data, preparing materials, and ensuring consistent communication across PX teams. • Support global initiatives by coordinating deliverables and tracking status. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications • Minimum of 2 years of relevant and related work experience. • Bachelor's degree or equivalent, or equivalent years of relevant work experience. • Travel occasionally, up to 5-10%, for key moments such as team summits, training, conferences, etc., with increased frequency during peak periods based on business demands. • Experience coordinating HR programs or supporting HR operations preferred. Preferred Qualifications • Knowledge & Skills • Foundational understanding of HR processes (onboarding, performance, employee relations basics). • Ability to learn HRIS and analytics tools; comfort running standard reports. • Awareness of employment laws and HR best practices. • Leadership & Interpersonal Skills • Strong communication skills and willingness to learn. • Ability to build relationships and provide helpful, timely support. • Comfortable working in dynamic, ambiguous environments with guidance. • Mindset & Approach • Curious, eager to grow, and open to feedback. • Detail-oriented, reliable, and proactive in solving problems. • Collaborative and committed to delivering a positive employee experience. Compensation & Benefits Compensation & Benefits PowerSchool offers the following benefits: • Comprehensive Insurance Coverage (including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pharmacy benefits, Life Insurance and AD&D) • Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts • Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability • Comprehensive 401(k) plan • Generous Parental Leave • Unrestricted paid time off (known as Discretionary Time Off - DTO) • Wellness Program, including ClassPass & Employee Assistance Program • Tuition Reimbursement • Optional Benefits: Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Student Debt Repayment Program and Prepaid Legal coverage A reasonable estimate of the base compensation range for this position is $67,300 - $84,100 USD. This compensation range is specific to the United States and it incorporates many factors including but not limited to an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience and training; licensures, degrees, and certifications; internal equity; internal pay ranges; and market data/range parameters. EEO Commitment EEO Commitment PowerSchool is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. PowerSchool is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers PowerSchoolers to deliver the best results for our customers. We not only celebrate the diversity of our workforce, we celebrate the diverse ways we work. If you have a disability and need an accommodation regarding our recruiting process, please let us know by emailing accomodations@powerschool.com. #LI-HYBRID #LI-SM1

Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leaders, lead PX initiatives including succession planning, leadership development, compliance, and organizational change across complex business units. | 8+ years relevant experience, bachelor's degree or equivalent, experience in complex matrixed organizations, leadership development, succession planning, change management, and strong interpersonal and communication skills. | Overview At PowerSchool, we are a dedicated team of innovators guided by our shared purpose of powering personalized education for students around the world. From the central office to the classroom to the home, PowerSchool supports the entire educational ecosystem as the global leader of cloud-based software for K-12 education. Our employees make it all possible, and a career with us means you're joining a successful team committed to engaging, empowering, and improving the K-12 education experience everywhere. Team Overview Our People Experience (PX) team leads PowerSchool's human-resources function, equipping and encouraging PowerSchoolers to reach their potential while driving business results. The PX team manages the organization's global workforce infrastructure; supports the overall employee experience; and attracts, develops, and retains talent. Responsibilities Description PX Business Partners help align the organization's people strategy with our overall business strategy. As a strategic advisor and trusted partner to senior leaders, the Senior PX Business Partner plays a critical role in driving the execution of PX strategies across complex business units. This role leads succession planning, leadership development, and organizational change initiatives, while ensuring compliance and fostering a high-performance, values-driven culture. The Senior PX Business Partner leverages their specialized knowledge to support in creating policies and programs in line with our goals and objectives. Your day-to-day job will consist of the following key responsibilities: • Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leaders, aligning PX strategies with business goals. • Lead execution of PX initiatives across complex and dynamic business units. • Drive succession planning and leadership development programs. • Manage complex employee relations and ensure compliance with employment laws and policies. • Support organizational change efforts and conduct assessments to improve effectiveness. • Analyze workforce trends and develop data-informed PX solutions. • Champion performance management and talent development processes. • Deliver HR training and coaching across global regions. • Partner with global PX teams to implement coordinated talent management initiatives. • Own and execute specific PX projects or initiatives as directed by the PX Manager. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications • Minimum of 8+ years of relevant and related work experience. • Bachelor's degree or equivalent, or equivalent years of relevant work experience. • Additional experience may be substitute for an advanced Degree. • Experience supporting complex, matrixed organizations across multiple geographies. • Proven track record in leadership development, succession planning, and change management. Preferred Qualifications • Strong business acumen and ability to align PX strategies with organizational goals. • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with executive-level presence. • Advanced problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities. • Proficiency in HRIS systems and data analytics tools. • Deep understanding of employment law and compliance across multiple regions. • Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment. • Coaching certification or experience is a plus. Compensation & Benefits Compensation & Benefits PowerSchool offers the following benefits: • Comprehensive Insurance Coverage (including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pharmacy benefits, Life Insurance and AD&D) • Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts • Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability • Comprehensive 401(k) plan • Generous Parental Leave • Unrestricted paid time off (known as Discretionary Time Off - DTO) • Wellness Program, including ClassPass & Employee Assistance Program • Tuition Reimbursement • Optional Benefits: Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Student Debt Repayment Program and Prepaid Legal coverage A reasonable estimate of the base compensation range for this position is $105,900 - $136,900 USD. This compensation range is specific to the United States and it incorporates many factors including but not limited to an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience and training; licensures, degrees, and certifications; specific geographic location; internal equity; internal pay ranges; and market data/range parameters. EEO Commitment EEO Commitment PowerSchool is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. PowerSchool is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers PowerSchoolers to deliver the best results for our customers. We not only celebrate the diversity of our workforce, we celebrate the diverse ways we work. If you have a disability and need an accommodation regarding our recruiting process, please let us know by emailing accommodations@powerschool.com. #LI-REMOTE #LI-SM1

Lead complex K-12 education research projects from design through delivery, manage budgets and compliance, engage stakeholders, communicate findings, shape research strategy, and mentor research teams. | PhD or equivalent experience with 5+ years leading K-12 education research projects, advanced quantitative skills, familiarity with data science, strong communication, and leadership abilities. | Overview At PowerSchool, we are a dedicated team of innovators guided by our shared purpose of powering personalized education for students around the world. From the central office to the classroom to the home, PowerSchool supports the entire educational ecosystem as the global leader of cloud-based software for K-12 education. Our employees make it all possible, and a career with us means you're joining a successful team committed to engaging, empowering, and improving the K-12 education experience everywhere. Team Overview Our Product team leads the direction, coordination, output, quality, and enhancements to PowerSchool's product portfolio. This dynamic, multi-functional team ensures the effective rollout of new products across the platform, packages and positions products to appeal to consumers, and helps set the future direction and pace of innovation in our organization. Responsibilities Description The Director Research or Principal Researcher will lead the design and execution of complex research projects and initiatives. In that role, they will conduct focus on these key areas: • * Project Leadership & Research Design: Lead the design and execution of complex research projects on K-12 education topics, from initial concept and research questions through final deliverables. In partnership with the team, develop detailed project work plans, theoretical frameworks, and methodological approaches that align with organizational goals. Ensure rigorous study design, including appropriate sampling, checks for data quality, bias, and limitations. Make high-stakes decisions on project direction and adjust strategies as needed to achieve research objectives. Work with Project Manager to identify project staffing, task delegation, timeline management, and multi-project coordination. • Compliance & Budget Management: Manage project budgets, vendor relationships, and purchasing functions and related contractual agreements. Work with Project Manager to monitor and regularly report on project resources and operations, including hours, revenue, deliverables, and contracts. Ensure compliance with PowerSchool's financial and operations policies, funding agencies, sponsors, ethical and legal standards, and data privacy. • Stakeholder Engagement: Develop and manage strong relationships with clients, partners, and K-12 education stakeholders (such as school district officials, state education agencies, and educators) tounderstand client needs, ensure client satisfaction, and develop business pipeline. • Communications & Reporting: Lead and oversee the team's communication of complex analyses into clear findings and recommendations through meetings, presentations, high-quality research reports, white papers, and executive summaries that inform decision-makers. Ensure that all effectively communicate the methodology, results, and implications of the research. Champion the publication of findings where appropriate (e.g., industry reports or academic journals) and the sharing of insightsinternally and with the wider education and research community. • Strategic Leadership & Growth: Play a key role in shaping the long-term research strategy and identifying new opportunities. Evaluate emerging K-12 education trends and policy issues to propose research initiatives that will position the organization as a thought leader. Contribute to business development by supporting grant proposals, RFP responses, and other funding opportunities. Work closely with senior leadership to align research projects with product development and organizational goals. Act as an internal advocate for research, building data-driven communities and knowledge sharing. • Team Management & Mentorship: Mentor multidisciplinary team of researchers/data scientists and other staff by providing feedback on project content, methodological decisions, analysis techniques, and code. Work cross-functionally with project contributors from different PowerSchool teams-including developers, data engineers, designers, copyeditors, etc.-to execute projects. Qualifications Qualifications • Bachelo'rs degree or a post graduate degree or years of relevant experience. • Extensive experience in designing and conducting research studies and/or consultancy projects from start to finish using rigorous quantitative research methods. • 5 years of progressive experience executing and leading research or consultancy projects in the K-12 education domain • Deep knowledge of and demonstrated experience with K-12 education topics and data. Specialization in K-12 school finance and/or administrative- or systems-level areas (e.g., school-, district-, state-, or federal-level level policies or student performance) preferred. • A passion for using data and data analysis/science methods to address social science questions, especially with an eye towards improve the K-12 education landscape for students and educators • Experience in grant and RFP writing a plus • Experience building or implementing educational products a plus • Experience working in a school or education agency, especially in a leadership position, a plus Skills and Abilities • PhD in a relevant field (e.g., Education, Education Policy, Education Leadership, Sociology, Computational Social Science, Statistics, Data Science) (or equivalent combination of advanced degree and experience) strongly preferred. • Advanced knowledge of statistical methodologies (e.g., linear and logistic regression, hierarchical linear modeling, time-series analysis, etc.), experimental or quasi-experimental designs (e.g., regression discontinuity, difference-in-differences, etc.) and when to apply them • Familiarity with data science concepts and machine learning techniques (supervised learning, unsupervised learning, optimization, natural language processing) strongly preferred • Strong attention to detail, ability to independently problem-solve, a self-starter attitude, a high-quality results-oriented mindset, and a desire to continue to learn and develop quantitative/technical skills • Fluency in statistical software and/or programming languages, such as R (preferred), Python (preferred), SQL, or Stata. If not already familiar, a desire and ability to learn R or Python is strongly preferred. • Proficiency with version control software (GitHub preferred) and best practices • Proficiency with project/task management software (Jira a plus) • Translate technical and academic information quickly and accurately to diverse audiences • Keep current with education research outputs and methodological techniques in academia and industry Compensation & Benefits Compensation & Benefits PowerSchool offers the following benefits: • Comprehensive Insurance Coverage (including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pharmacy benefits, Life Insurance and AD&D) • Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts • Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability • Comprehensive 401(k) plan • Generous Parental Leave • Unrestricted paid time off (known as Discretionary Time Off - DTO) • Wellness Program, including ClassPass & Employee Assistance Program • Tuition Reimbursement • Optional Benefits: Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Student Debt Repayment Program and Prepaid Legal coverage A reasonable estimate of the base compensation range for this position is $142,700 - $192,500 USD. This compensation range is specific to the United States and it incorporates many factors including but not limited to an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience and training; licensures, degrees, and certifications; specific geographic location; internal equity; internal pay ranges; and market data/range parameters. EEO Commitment EEO Commitment PowerSchool is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. PowerSchool is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers PowerSchoolers to deliver the best results for our customers. We not only celebrate the diversity of our workforce, we celebrate the diverse ways we work. If you have a disability and need an accommodation regarding our recruiting process, please let us know by emailing accommodations@powerschool.com.