Human Resources Director

Salary Range: $65,000.00 – $75,000.00 Salary

Position Type: Full Time

Job
Shift:
Day

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Travel Percentage: Up to
25%

Category: Executive

Description

Position Summary:

The
Director
of Human Resources serves as the strategic and operational leader for all human resource functions at Philander Smith University.
This
position is responsible for planning, developing, and directing HR policies and programs that align with the institution’s mission,
vision,
and values. The Director will oversee areas including employee relations, talent acquisition, classification and compensation,
benefits
administration, compliance, performance management, training and development, and HR information systems.

The Director of
Human
Resources partners closely with university leadership to promote a positive, equitable, and compliant work environment that attracts,
develops, and retains high-quality faculty and staff.

Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership and
Planning

• Develop and implement strategic HR initiatives that support the University’s strategic plan and foster
  institutional effectiveness.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the President, Vice Presidents, Deans, and other senior leaders on all
  HR matters.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Analyze
  workforce data and trends to recommend policies and practices that improve organizational performance and culture.

Talent
Acquisition and Retention

• Direct recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies to attract and retain diverse, talented
  professionals.
• Oversee equitable hiring practices, ensuring adherence to EEO and affirmative action guidelines.
• Coordinate
  employee orientation and onboarding to enhance engagement and retention.

Employee Relations and Engagement

• Foster a culture of transparency, respect, and inclusion across all divisions of the University. Advise leadership on employee relations
  issues, investigations, and disciplinary actions in compliance with applicable laws and institutional policy.
• Mediate conflicts and
  provide guidance to supervisors and employees to promote effective communication and resolution.

Compensation, Benefits,
and Performance Management

• Administer competitive and equitable compensation structures and benefits programs. Oversee
  performance evaluation systems and ensure consistent application across departments.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on
  budgetary and compensation planning.

Compliance and Policy Administration

• Ensure compliance with
  employment-related laws such as FMLA, FLSA, ADA, Title Vll, and Title IX (as applicable).
• Develop, maintain, and communicate HR
  policies and procedures.
• Oversee preparation for internal and external audits, including federal and state reporting
  requirements.

Professional Development and Training

• Lead initiatives in training and professional
  development for faculty and staff, including supervisory and compliance training.
• Encourage leadership development and continuous
  learning across the institution.

HR Operations and Systems

• Manage HR information systems (HRIS) and
  ensure data integrity, security, and reporting accuracy.
• Oversee payroll coordination, personnel records, and benefits
  administration.
• Implement process improvements for efficiency and service excellence within HR operations.

Qualifications

Qualifications:
Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field required.
• A minimum of seven (7) years of progressive HR experience, with at least three (3) years in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
• Experience in higher education or a comparable complex organization strongly preferred. Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP,
  SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR) preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of federal
  and state employment laws and best HR practices.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust and credibility.
• Demonstrated commitment to
  diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with integrity and professionalism.
  Proficiency with HRIS, Microsoft Office Suite, and related HR software systems.

Reporting Responsibilities:

• Reports To:
  Chief of Staff
• Supervises: HR Generalist/Payroll
• Collaborates With: All levels of Staff and Faculty

Physical
Requirements:

• Work Environment: Primarily indoors in a standard office setting.
• Lifting Requirements:
  Must occasionally
  lift or move up to 15 pounds.
• Mobility: Ability to sit, walk, or stand for extended periods.
• Manual
  Dexterity: Frequent
  use of hands for typing and operating office equipment.
• Vision Requirements: Ability to read computer screens
  and printed
  materials.
• Travel: Occasional travel required for professional development, recruitment, or training purposes.

Benefits:

• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability
  Insurance
• Life
  Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account

Note:
Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

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