Director of Human Resources

The Director of Human Resources at Goshen College provides vision, leadership and oversight of all human resources functions, including
talent acquisition, employee relations, organizational development, compensation and benefits, performance management, compliance and
administration of HR systems. The Director of Human Resources partners with senior administrators, faculty and staff to build an inclusive,
supportive and high-performing campus culture.

Essential Functions: (Core Job Responsibilities)

• Strategic leadership of Human Resources
• Serve as the College’s senior HR officer, advising executive leadership on
  human resources policies, workforce trends and organizational culture
• Align HR strategies with institutional goals and the
  College’s mission
• Provide leadership for equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives as they relate to HR practices and workplace
  climate
• Develop, lead and manage priorities, goals and budgets for the HR Office
• Assist the VP for Finance with projects
  and processes that influence employees as needed

• Compensation, benefits and HR systems
• Collaborate
  with the Vice President for Finance on
• Implementation and evaluation of compensation and benefit programs to attract and
  retain top talent
• Conduct market analyses and benchmarking to maintain competitive and equitable pay practices
• Payroll
  management, compensation schedule and HR information systems, ensuring accuracy, efficiency and data security


• Oversee
  management of annual employee MOUs and benefit statements. Collaborate with the Vice President for Academic Affairs to oversee the
  management of teaching faculty MOUs
• Audit new and revised positions; provide recommendations and wage classifications

• Talent acquisition and development
• Oversee faculty and staff recruitment processes to ensure compliance,
  fairness and competitiveness
• Implement and continuously improve programs for onboarding, professional development and leadership
  training
• Support career pathways for employees and succession planning for managers
• Oversee and continuously improve
  performance appraisal systems for administrators and staff, including training for supervisors

• Employee relations
  and compliance
• Promote a workplace environment that values respect, collaboration and accountability.
• Lead conflict
  resolution, investigations and grievance processes with fairness and confidentiality in accordance with college policies.
• Ensure
  compliance with federal, state and local employment laws and regulations, as well as institutional policies
• Serve as Deputy Title
  IX coordinator for employees. Lead Title IX and Title VI processes when employees are involved
• Oversee and ensure management and
  employee compliance with Federal OSHA and State Health and Safety laws and regulations
• Collaborate with Information Technology
  Services on data security and compliance, data management and continuous improvement of systems

• Organizational
  development
• Foster employee engagement, recognition and wellness programs that enhance workplace satisfaction and
  retention
• Develop HR policies and procedures that support operational excellence and compliance with applicable laws; e.g., Equal
  Opportunity, FLSA, FMLA, Title VI, Title VII Civil Rights Act, ADAAA, Title IX, HIPAA, ACA, etc.
• Develop and administer
  comprehensive training for employees and supervisors, including federally mandated employee trainings
• Remain competent and current
  on best HR practices in higher education through professional development opportunities and relevant training courses

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Assistant Director of Human Resources
• Payroll Specialist and HR Assistant
• Occupational Safety Specialist
• Other staff and student workers supporting HR

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required, master’s
  degree preferred, ideally in business, management, human resources
• Minimum of five years related and recent leadership experience
  in a Human Resources position: experience in a higher education environment is preferred

Skills and
Competencies:

Required:

• Strong team leader with an ability to empower others and work in a collegial
  manner
• Possess excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
• Be a self-starter and capable of working
  independently
• Understanding of Microsoft Office suite, Google Workspace and relevant HR systems software
• Ability to
  resolve complex employee relations matters
• Communicate in a clear and concise manner with a wide range of people
• Possess
  and exercise exceptional judgment and the ability to influence and persuade others
• Be willing to give attention to detail, strive
  for accuracy and complete tasks

Preferred:

• PHR/SPHR/SHRM certification
• Prior HR management experience,
  ideally in a higher education setting
• Experience with Jenzabar HR and ADP software

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift light loads (up to 25 pounds)
• Prolonged sitting and use of
  the keyboard
• Ability to complete primary tasks by viewing computer screen(s) for the majority of any given work day (extensive use
  of computer technology)

Work Environment/Environmental Conditions:

• Work will primarily take place in a standard indoor office environment

All of the essential job functions are subject
to reasonable accommodation. All listed job requirements indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or abilities deemed necessary
to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or
requirements. Individuals may be required to perform other job-related instructions as requested by the supervisor, subject to reasonable
accommodation. This position description is not all-inclusive and may change at the option of the supervisor or department head. Any major
change will result in the position being reviewed for reclassification.

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