Director Human Resources

Founded in 1854, Hamline was the first university in Minnesota and among the first coeducational institutions in the nation. Hamline University provides a world-class education for undergraduate and graduate students. Our faculty, staff, and students cultivate an ethic of civic responsibility, social justice, and inclusive leadership and service.

Hamline University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Hamline University does not discriminate on the basis of race; color; religion; creed; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; gender expression; national origin; marital status; familial status; status with regard to public assistance; membership or activity in a local human rights commission; disability; age; protected veteran status; or any other status protected by applicable law in its education or employment programs or activities. The University will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

JOB SUMMARY

The Human Resources Director provides leadership and management consistent with institutional mission and goals in the areas of recruiting faculty and staff; training and developing personnel; equal employment opportunity and affirmative action; employee / labor relations; employee compensation and benefits; workforce planning; human resource information system and records; and legal compliance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide leadership, consultation, guidance and service in the areas of : recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training and development, employee / labor relations, grievance / harassment / compliance matters, equal opportunity and affirmative action, disability accommodations, and employment separations.
• Assist in translating the University's strategic plan into Human Resources strategic and operational plans.
• Formulate, review, and revise faculty and staff personnel policies and procedures to comply with appropriate legal requirements and promote employee satisfaction and retention. Direct the implementation and interpretation of personnel policies and procedures.
• Direct the efforts of ensuring that the benefits and compensation programs for University employees are cost effective, equitable and competitive in the marketplace, including but not limited to support of a University-wide benefits committee.
• Plan, establish and maintain a formal program of wage and salary administration to include a job evaluation program, salary survey collection, wage and salary plan design, compensation plan research, support and administration, salary review process, and including any merit increase administration (approval process, tracking results, communication to employees and evaluation of annual program results).
• Establish and maintain a strong front-facing customer service philosophy and reputation for the department amongst campus constituents.
• Maintain compliance with affirmative action programs; file EEO data as required; maintain other records, reports and logs to conform to EEO / AA regulations.
• Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment.
• Model commitment to diversity and inclusion in employment.
• Serve as liaison to collective bargaining on campus, including contract negotiation and administration.
• Provide guidance and assistance to management and employees in resolving sensitive employee relations matters, including employee counseling and conflict resolution support.
• Provide responsive and enriching training and staff development programs.
• Maintain a performance management program and related training, which includes annual staff evaluations and managerial / supervisory accountability.
• Develop, maintain, maximize the use of the University's human resource information system in the efficient and compliant administration of University policy and programs, and for external reporting requirements.
• Manage the Human Resources budget and department, including the supervision of staff.
• Strong knowledge of DEIS initiatives and training.
• Oversee other campus supervisory training programs as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Provides HR support and services to all members of the University community as requested. Has frequent contact with internal and external organizations in matters related to Human Resources.

This position reports to the : Vice President for Finance and Administration

This position supervises 3-5 employees.

This position supervises 3-5 student workers.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES

MINIMUM EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / EXPECTATIONS

PREFERRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / EXPECTATIONS

WORKING CONDITIONS / EQUIPMENT

Must be able to perform the following essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation :

This is a full time, 1.0 FTE, exempt position, 12 months a year.

Compensation and Benefits :

Pay Range : $110,000.00 - $130,000.00 annually

Full-Time Benefits :

All questions marked 'Required' need to be answered in order to submit the application. It is important that your application show all of the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. If rejected, you must reapply for the position in order to be considered. A resume or curriculum vitae, a cover letter outlining your qualifications for and interest in the position, contact information for 3 current, professional references, as well as copies of transcripts (if required) must be uploaded with each application.