The Assistant Vice President (AVP) for Human Resources serves as a trusted advisor and partner who drives innovative and inclusive human resources initiatives in support of the mission of the university. The AVP provides leadership and expertise for the full scope of Human Resource functions, including talent management, employee benefits and compensation, employee relations, legal compliance, workers compensation and unemployment administration, training and development, performance management and payroll. This position also has oversight for Title IX compliance and plays a key role in fostering a positive and diverse working environment that enables all employees to contribute to the institution to their full potential. This position is defined as an exempt position under FLSA regulations.

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field required, Master’s degree preferred.

 

Seven years of progressive Human Resources experience required. Experience with Title IX compliance preferred.

Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) certification with Workplace Investigation Specialty credential required within the first year of employment.

This role is identified as one that includes significant interaction with students and/or campus activities, and/or has oversight for disciplinary procedures and is classified as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) and is required to report any Clery Act crime disclosed to you and remain compliant with annual CSA training requirements.

Ability to provide strategic direction and leadership in aligning HR functions with institutional goals and mission; Expertise in developing and implementing initiatives that promote diversity, access, equity, and belonging throughout the university; Ability to foster positive employee relations and handle conflict resolution with a focus on fairness, equity, and open communication; Skilled at designing and managing comprehensive total rewards programs, including compensation, benefits, professional development, and wellness initiatives; Knowledge and experience in developing HR policies and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations, with a commitment to addressing systemic bias; Excellent interpersonal skills and be able to build strong collaborative relationships. Requires ability to multi-task and attend to detail. Must have the ability to work independently and to set priorities; but also advocates team concepts and functions as a team member as needed. Uses technology effectively. Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills. Applies analytical skills and principles of rational systems to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete situations where limited standardization exists.

Position requires the ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time. Position requires the ability to move about the campus. Position requires the ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Position requires the ability to operate a computer and other office productivity machines. Working conditions are indoors.