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title: HR for Schools and Universities [Fractional + Project]
description: Schools, charter networks, and universities partner with Helios HR for recruitment, compliance, and faculty programs. 20+ years supporting education.
---

- [ Helios HR ](https://www.helioshr.com/)
- [ Career Seekers ](https://careers.helioshr.com/)

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- Services 
    - [HR Outsourcing](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-outsourcing)
    - [Recruitment Services](https://www.helioshr.com/recruitment-services) 
          - [Recruitment Process Outsourcing](https://www.helioshr.com/recruitment-process-outsourcing-services#rpo)
          - [Direct Hire Retained Search](https://www.helioshr.com/direct-hire)
          - [Talent Acquisition Consulting](https://www.helioshr.com/talent-acquisition-consulting)
    - [HR Consulting](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-consulting) 
          - [Strategic HR](https://www.helioshr.com/strategic-hr)
          - [Diversity, Equity & Inclusion](https://www.helioshr.com/diversity-equity-inclusion-consulting)
          - [Compensation & Total Rewards](https://www.helioshr.com/compensation-consulting)
          - [Compliance & Risk Management](https://www.helioshr.com/compliance-risk-management)
          - [HR Information Systems](https://www.helioshr.com/hris-consulting)
          - [Engagement & Performance](https://www.helioshr.com/engagement-performance)
          - [Training & Development](https://www.helioshr.com/training-and-development-services)
    - [Our Approach](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-consulting-process)
- How We Help 
    - [Attract](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-consulting-services-attract)
    - [Engage](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-consulting-services-engage)
    - [Develop & Retain](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-consulting-services-develop-retain)
    - [Our Approach](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-consulting-process)
    - Who We Help 
          - [Communication and Media](https://www.helioshr.com/who-we-help/communication-and-media)
          - [Construction](https://www.helioshr.com/who-we-help/hr-for-construction)
          - [Financial Institutions](https://www.helioshr.com/who-we-help/hr-for-financial-services)
          - [Education](https://www.helioshr.com/who-we-help/hr-in-education)
          - [Government Contractors](https://www.helioshr.com/who-we-help/govcon-hr)
          - [Healthcare](https://www.helioshr.com/who-we-help/hr-for-healthcare)
          - [Hospitality and Leisure](https://www.helioshr.com/who-we-help/hospitality-and-leisure)
          - [Manufacturing](https://www.helioshr.com/who-we-help/hr-for-manufacturing)
          - [Nonprofits](https://www.helioshr.com/who-we-help/hr-services-for-nonprofits)
          - [Professional Services](https://www.helioshr.com/who-we-help/professional-services)
          - [Real Estate](https://www.helioshr.com/who-we-help/hr-services-for-real-estate)
- [Pricing](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-consulting-cost)
- [Learning Center](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-knowledgebase) 
    - [Blog](https://www.helioshr.com/blog)
    - [HR Knowledge Base](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-knowledgebase) 
          - [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.helioshr.com/artificial-intelligence-in-hr)
          - [Talent Acquisition](https://www.helioshr.com/talent-acquisition)
          - [Compensation & Total Rewards](https://www.helioshr.com/employee-total-rewards)
          - [HR Information Systems](https://www.helioshr.com/hris)
          - [Diversity & Inclusion](https://www.helioshr.com/diversity-equity-inclusion)
          - [Executive Search](https://www.helioshr.com/executive-search-recruiting-the-best)
          - [HR Strategy](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-strategy)
          - [Employee Engagement](https://www.helioshr.com/employee-engagement)
          - [Employee Retention](https://www.helioshr.com/employee-retention)
          - [Training and Development](https://www.helioshr.com/training-and-development)
          - [Performance Management](https://www.helioshr.com/performance-management)
    - [HR Speaking Events](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-training-and-development-events)
- About 
    - [Company](https://www.helioshr.com/about-us)
    - [Our Culture](https://www.helioshr.com/our-culture)
    - [Careers at Helios](https://careers.helioshr.com/open-positions)
    - [Contact Us](https://www.helioshr.com/contact)

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- Services 
    - [HR Outsourcing](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-outsourcing)
    - [Recruitment Services](https://www.helioshr.com/recruitment-services) 
          - [Recruitment Process Outsourcing](https://www.helioshr.com/recruitment-process-outsourcing-services#rpo)
          - [Direct Hire Retained Search](https://www.helioshr.com/direct-hire)
          - [Talent Acquisition Consulting](https://www.helioshr.com/talent-acquisition-consulting)
    - [HR Consulting](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-consulting) 
          - [Strategic HR](https://www.helioshr.com/strategic-hr)
          - [Diversity, Equity & Inclusion](https://www.helioshr.com/diversity-equity-inclusion-consulting)
          - [Compensation & Total Rewards](https://www.helioshr.com/compensation-consulting)
          - [Compliance & Risk Management](https://www.helioshr.com/compliance-risk-management)
          - [HR Information Systems](https://www.helioshr.com/hris-consulting)
          - [Engagement & Performance](https://www.helioshr.com/engagement-performance)
          - [Training & Development](https://www.helioshr.com/training-and-development-services)
    - [Our Approach](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-consulting-process)
- How We Help 
    - [Attract](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-consulting-services-attract)
    - [Engage](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-consulting-services-engage)
    - [Develop & Retain](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-consulting-services-develop-retain)
    - [Our Approach](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-consulting-process)
    - Who We Help 
          - [Communication and Media](https://www.helioshr.com/who-we-help/communication-and-media)
          - [Construction](https://www.helioshr.com/who-we-help/hr-for-construction)
          - [Financial Institutions](https://www.helioshr.com/who-we-help/hr-for-financial-services)
          - [Education](https://www.helioshr.com/who-we-help/hr-in-education)
          - [Government Contractors](https://www.helioshr.com/who-we-help/govcon-hr)
          - [Healthcare](https://www.helioshr.com/who-we-help/hr-for-healthcare)
          - [Hospitality and Leisure](https://www.helioshr.com/who-we-help/hospitality-and-leisure)
          - [Manufacturing](https://www.helioshr.com/who-we-help/hr-for-manufacturing)
          - [Nonprofits](https://www.helioshr.com/who-we-help/hr-services-for-nonprofits)
          - [Professional Services](https://www.helioshr.com/who-we-help/professional-services)
          - [Real Estate](https://www.helioshr.com/who-we-help/hr-services-for-real-estate)
- [Pricing](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-consulting-cost)
- [Learning Center](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-knowledgebase) 
    - [Blog](https://www.helioshr.com/blog)
    - [HR Knowledge Base](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-knowledgebase) 
          - [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.helioshr.com/artificial-intelligence-in-hr)
          - [Talent Acquisition](https://www.helioshr.com/talent-acquisition)
          - [Compensation & Total Rewards](https://www.helioshr.com/employee-total-rewards)
          - [HR Information Systems](https://www.helioshr.com/hris)
          - [Diversity & Inclusion](https://www.helioshr.com/diversity-equity-inclusion)
          - [Executive Search](https://www.helioshr.com/executive-search-recruiting-the-best)
          - [HR Strategy](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-strategy)
          - [Employee Engagement](https://www.helioshr.com/employee-engagement)
          - [Employee Retention](https://www.helioshr.com/employee-retention)
          - [Training and Development](https://www.helioshr.com/training-and-development)
          - [Performance Management](https://www.helioshr.com/performance-management)
    - [HR Speaking Events](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-training-and-development-events)
- About 
    - [Company](https://www.helioshr.com/about-us)
    - [Our Culture](https://www.helioshr.com/our-culture)
    - [Careers at Helios](https://careers.helioshr.com/open-positions)
    - [Contact Us](https://www.helioshr.com/contact)

[ Let's Talk! ](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-consultation)

# HR for Education Institutes

##### Attract, engage and retain a winning team of education professionals

![Right - hr education](https://www.helioshr.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Right%20-%20hr%20education.png?width=725&height=632&name=Right%20-%20hr%20education.png)

###### HR in education

## Why do education institutes need Fractional HR?

Schools, colleges, and other educational institutions need a talented team to help deliver an outstanding student experience.  

But finding talented people is hard—and retaining them is harder. That's why it's so important to have a great HR team in place. 

Fractional HR gives you flexible access to the resources you need. Whether it's part-time HR assistance, project-based recruitment, or access to an expert HR leader, Fractional HR can be a a cost-effective solution.    

 How does Fractional HR work?

Fractional HR is contract-based engagement with an experienced HR consultant. This engagement will focus on your most pressing HR needs, including things like recruitment, compensation, compliance, and organizational culture. 

[Learn More](https://www.helioshr.com/)

 Can I use Fractional HR for short-term projects?

Yes, you have a great deal of flexibility in a Fractional HR arrangement. You can hire a consultant to help on a project with a fixed deadline, such as a hiring initiative. You can also consider part-time engagements or open-ended contracts. 

[Learn More](https://www.helioshr.com/who-we-help/hr-in-education#section-id)

 Will my Fractional HR consultant have education experience?

Helios HR’s consultants come from a wide range of backgrounds, including education. Talk to our team and we’ll find someone who can provide the HR support you need.

[Learn More](https://www.helioshr.com/who-we-help/hr-in-education#page_CTA)

[Speak to a consultant](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-consultation)

![Right - hr education](https://www.helioshr.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Right%20-%20hr%20education.png?width=725&height=632&name=Right%20-%20hr%20education.png)

![HR education](https://www.helioshr.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Right%20-%20Recruiting-1.png?width=725&height=632&name=Right%20-%20Recruiting-1.png)

## What types of HR support are available?

Fractional HR can help with any essential tasks, from handling paperwork to brainstorming HR strategy. 

Typically, HR tasks fall into one of three categories: 

 HR Admin - Foundational HR

Foundational HR covers all of the day-to-day HR admin tasks, such as: 

- Recruitment coordination
- Employee communications
- Compliance paperwork
- Training and onboarding

 

[Learn More](https://www.helioshr.com/)

 HR Management - Operational HR

Operational HR consultants can help implement your people strategy. An experienced consultant will help with tasks such as: 

- Compliance reporting
- Benefits management
- Employee experience 
- Recruitment strategy
- Reductions In Force

[Learn More](https://www.helioshr.com/)

 HR Leadership – Strategic HR

Strategic HR consultants will work with senior leadership to deliver a focused people strategy for your organization. Strategic HR may involves responsibilities such as: 

- Talent management
- Resource planning
- Employer branding
- Executive hire and coaching
- HRIS implementation

[Learn More](https://www.helioshr.com/who-we-help/hr-in-education#page_CTA)

[Speak to a consultant](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-consultation)

![HR education](https://www.helioshr.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Right%20-%20Recruiting-1.png?width=725&height=632&name=Right%20-%20Recruiting-1.png)

###### Explore your options

## Learn more about HR Outsourcing for Education

[![Image](https://www.helioshr.com/hubfs/assets/images/2x1.png) ](https://www.helioshr.com/blog/5-biggest-hr-challenges-in-higher-education)

### [ 5 Biggest HR Challenges in Higher Education ](https://www.helioshr.com/blog/5-biggest-hr-challenges-in-higher-education)

[Learn More](https://www.helioshr.com/blog/5-biggest-hr-challenges-in-higher-education)

[![Image](https://www.helioshr.com/hubfs/assets/images/2x1.png) ](https://www.helioshr.com/blog/5-higher-education-recruitment-strategies-to-help-compete-for-talent)

### [ Higher Education Recruitment Strategies ](https://www.helioshr.com/blog/5-higher-education-recruitment-strategies-to-help-compete-for-talent)

[Learn More](https://www.helioshr.com/blog/5-higher-education-recruitment-strategies-to-help-compete-for-talent)

[![Image](https://www.helioshr.com/hubfs/assets/images/2x1.png) ](https://www.helioshr.com/blog/hr-for-schools)

### [ 10 Most Important HR Responsibilities for Schools ](https://www.helioshr.com/blog/hr-for-schools)

[Learn More](https://www.helioshr.com/blog/hr-for-schools)

###### Speak with an expert

## Book a call with a consultant

### Provide some details and we'll arrange for a Helios HR consultant to contact you. 

##### Company

6903 Rockledge Drive

Suite 1400

North Bethesda, MD 20817

phone: [703.860.3882](tel:17038603882)

email: [info@helioshr.com](mailto:info@helioshr.com)

[Follow us on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/helios-hr/)

##### Services

- [Our Approach](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-consulting-process)
- [Outsourcing](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-outsourcing)
- [Consulting](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-consulting)
- [Recruiting](https://www.helioshr.com/recruitment-services)
- [Pricing](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-consulting-cost)

##### Careers

- [How it Works](https://careers.helioshr.com/how-it-works)
- [Our Culture](https://www.helioshr.com/our-culture)
- [Open Positions](https://careers.helioshr.com/open-positions)

##### Events

- [HR Training & Development Events](https://www.helioshr.com/hr-training-and-development-events)

##### About

- [About Helios HR](https://www.helioshr.com/about-us)
- [Locations](https://www.helioshr.com/locations)
- [Contact](https://www.helioshr.com/contact)

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