Our mission is to support, serve, and collaborate in attracting and retaining top talent. We empower individuals, schools, and departments by streamlining processes, ensuring the hire of a highly qualified, diverse workforce, and fostering success through education, innovation, and strategic sourcing of candidates.

The Department of Human Resources of Norfolk Public Schools is dedicated to serving as a strategic partner in building a high-performing, student-centered workforce. We are committed to:

• Serving our employees, students, and community with professionalism, integrity, and responsiveness.
• Collaborating with all stakeholders to foster a supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Educating and empowering employees with the HR-related tools, resources, and professional development needed for success.
• Supporting staff career growth and monitoring employee engagement to enhance retention and performance.
• Sourcing and recruiting highly qualified, diverse candidates who align with our division's vision, mission, and values.
• Fully staffing positions efficiently to ensure every student has access to excellent educators and support personnel.
• Enhancing efficiency through streamlined processes and continuous improvement in HR operations.

Through innovation, equity, and a commitment to excellence, we strive to attract, develop, and retain the best talent to support student achievement and division success.