Human Resources - Regional School Unit 21

Welcome to RSU 21

Welcome to the Office of Human Resources! It is our pleasure to serve you.
Here at RSU 21, we are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We
strive to be a welcoming and inclusive community that supports the safety and
well-being of all our students, faculty, and staff. We are committed to
implementing programs and practices that support diversity, equity, and
inclusion. As part of this commitment, we welcome all applicants. RSU 21 does
not discriminate based on race, color, gender identity, orientation, disability,
religion, age, national origin, or any other status protected under federal, state, or
local law. If you are a person of color, LGBTQ+, disabled, or belong to any
protected class, we encourage you to apply. Our diversity strengthens our
mission to produce global citizens.

Our organizational structure reflects reporting relationships only and not the
many important collaborations that take place within and across departments to
accomplish the RSU 21 mission.

Our HR vision is to be recognized as the school district of choice for current and
prospective staff. We seek to attract, develop, retain, and professionally engage
a workforce of contributing performers who are connected in purpose and core
beliefs, collaborative in their efforts, and motivated to excel in delivering the
highest quality education and whole-child support to all students.

What we do

Our work in HR will be driven by our District’s mission statement, strategic plan, policy and law, and HR best practices. The following principles embody our district’s culture of student and staff excellence, guide our daily actions and define how we do business:

We reimagine the possible

We are willing to challenge the way things have always been done. We create, innovate, and learn from our mistakes. We are open to new ways of thinking and doing in the service of RSU 21 students and staff.

We make a difference

We stay informed and ask questions. We create impact with our schools, educators and students through our actions. We respond with agility to the ever-changing needs.

We are compliant

We strive to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, and RSU 21 policy in hiring, onboarding, supporting, developing, engaging, and retaining staff.

We are data driven

We use market data, data tools, systems and analytics to ensure we are market competitive and have equity and parity in our total compensation design and administration.

We focus on equity

Equity is at the center of our work - for every student to succeed, HR supports the recruitment, development, engagement, and retention of the highest quality, diverse staff in all areas of the district.

We are open and honest

We tell it like it is, in direct and straightforward language.

Meet Our Team

We love what we do in HR! The opportunity our roles present to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to shape and drive a high-performing work culture dedicated to improving student outcomes. The following is a distribution of general HR responsibilities, please direct your inquiry to the appropriate staff member. If you are unsure whom to contact, feel free to call our general HR line at 985-1100 x 1326 or email us here - any of us will be happy to assist you.

How can we help?

HR Director

Bio

Dr. Harrison and his family live in Yarmouth. He has over 30 years’ experience in HR across a wide array of settings, including five years with the University of Maine System, seven years with the Maine Department of Education, and twenty years delivering performance system consulting services to local and national
organizations. At Maine DOE, he led a team charged with creating and managing Maine Schools for Excellence covering 45 rural, high-needs schools acrossMaine. At the heart of the MSFE project was improving student learning and educator effectiveness, which involved grassroots development of human capital programs and resources that addressed school culture and climate, educator preparation and employment, evaluation and professional growth, and recognition and reward. Scott earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Human Resources and Labor Relations from University of Maryland and Masters in
Business Administration from University of Southern Maine. He earned his Doctorate of Educational Leadership from University of Maine while focusing on strategic human capital management in education. In his spare time, he enjoys time with family at their camp in Port Clyde.

Sondra Bull

Payroll & Benefits Specialist
Bio

Payroll & Benefits Specialist

District payroll and benefits administration
Employee benefits changes and open enrollment support
Retirement: retiree benefits, pensions, 403(b) plans, etc.
Benefits enrollment and new employee on-boarding
Insurance plans and other fringe benefits
Extended leaves of absence and sabbaticals
Differentials and stipends
Retirement/resignation notifications

Bio

Sondra moved from Tennessee to Maine 23 years ago and lives in Kennebunk with her family. She worked in the financial services industry for 17 years in sales, marketing, new hire on-boarding, credit lending and research and adjustments. Sondra earned her B.A. in Education and B.S. in Liberal Arts from the University of Tennessee and AS General and AS PTA degrees from Roane State Community College and Kennebec Valley Community College. Sondra volunteers for Special Surfers, Coastal Cleanup and Trekkers and enjoys spending time with friends and family, as well as gardening, kayaking, biking, rock climbing, camping and a good sunset.

Lorraine Orlando

Payroll & Benefits Specialist
Bio

Payroll & Benefits Specialist

District payroll and benefits administration
Employee benefits changes and open enrollment support
Retirement: retiree benefits, pensions, 403(b) plans, etc.
Benefits enrollment and new employee on-boarding
Insurance plans and other fringe benefits
Extended leaves of absence and sabbaticals
Differentials and stipends
Retirement/resignation notifications

Bio

Lorraine Orlando is a resident of Arundel and our long-time Payroll and Benefits Specialist at RSU 21. With over 40 years of Human Resources experience, Lorraine is a go-to resource not only for RSU 21 staff but payroll and benefits specialists from other districts as well. She graduated from Prospect Hall College in Florida (now called Hollywood College) and has completed several courses through Maine Bankers Association while employed in the financial services industry. In her spare time, Lorraine enjoys reading, bike riding, and most of all spending time with her family.

Autumn Wentworth

HR Generalist
Bio

HR Generalist

Bio

Autumn lives in Wells with her fiancé. She has nearly four years of HR experience with a focus on employee experience and culture, onboarding, benefits, and payroll. Autumn earned her B.A. in English and her B.A. in Communication from the University of Southern Maine. Autumn enjoys traveling, trying new experiences with her friends, going for long walks, and playing with her two cats.