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Join the Joplin Schools family and be part of a future that is bigger and better than ever.
We offer:

  • Competitive salaries
  • Comprehensive employee benefits
  • Advanced facilities, technology, and professional development
  • Culture committed to kids, learning and growth

 
One team. Countless opportunities! We hope you consider joining us!

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The mission of the Human Resources department is to serve as a strategic partner in furthering the district's goal of becoming the employer of choice. We manage personnel services for more than 1,300 staff members including employment, training, employee relations, benefits, safety, and health, while ensuring compliance with district policies, laws, and regulations.

Joplin Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not illegally discriminate in its programs, services, activities or facilities.

Contact Us:

Fax: 417-781-2859

Melissa Smith
Human Resource Coordinator
Certified Staff
417-625-5200, EXT. 2002
melissasmith@joplinschools.org

Amanda Keller
Human Resource Coordinator
Classified Staff
417-625-5200, EXT. 2045
amandakeller@joplinschools.org

Erin Parrigon
Human Resource Coordinator
Absence Management / Substitute Placement
417-625-5200, EXT. 2013
erinparrigon@joplinschools.org

Ariana Valade
Benefits Coordinator
417-625-5200, EXT. 2001
arianavalade@joplinschools.org

Mikell Warren
Assistant Director of Human Resources
417-625-5200, EXT. 2023
mikellwarren@joplinschools.org

Justin Crawford
Director of Educational Support and Human Resources
Compliance Officer
417-625-5200
justincrawford@joplinschools.org