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Human Resources

Mission

The Human Resources Department is dedicated to recruiting, hiring, and retaining top talent in both certified and support roles. We strive to provide exceptional support to all employees, offering guidance and resources in every aspect of personnel management. Our commitment to professional growth and excellence ensures that Opelika City Schools continues its tradition of high-quality education and student success.

Employee Self-Service (ESS) Portal

The Employee Self-Service (ESS) Portal provides Opelika City Schools employees with secure access to manage personal and payroll information. Through ESS, employees can:

  • Update demographic details (address, phone number, emergency contacts)
  • View and download paystubs and tax documents
  • Change direct deposit information
  • Access benefits and payroll records

Log in to the ESS Portal

Professional Leave Requests
Certified staff requesting time away for professional development, conferences, or training must complete the Professional Leave Form in advance.

Professional Leave Form

Schedules & Benefits Information:

 

9-Month Teacher Salary Schedule TEAM Teacher Salary Schedule (189 Day) Payroll Schedule

Opelika Board Of Education Non-discrimination Statement

The Opelika City School Board of Education is an equal educational opportunity agency and prohibits discrimination in any of its educational programs, including employment, on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, color, age or handicapping condition.  The Board of Education complies fully with the provisions of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the appropriate department of education regulations.

Inquiries concerning the application of the Title IX or Section 504 and its regulations in the Opelika City Schools should be directed to the Compliance Officer at the following address:

Assistant Superintendent for Administration

Opelika City Schools Board of Education

P. O. Box 2469

Opelika, AL  36803-2469

(334) 745-9700

Americans With Disabilities Act

The Assistant Superintendent of Administration is designated by Board policy as the Board’s Americans with Disabilities Act Specialist.  The ADA Specialist may be reached at the following address:

ADA Specialist

Opelika City Board of Education

P.O. Box 2469

Opelika, AL  36803-2469

(334) 745-9700

Fax:  (334) 745-9706