Executive Director Human Resources

Grand Valley State University (GVSU) seeks a dynamic and strategic Executive Director of Human Resources to lead and drive our people strategy at scale. Reporting directly to the Vice President of People Equity and Culture this role is pivotal in fostering a thriving equitable and inclusive work environment for our faculty staff and students. The Executive Director will provide leadership to the HR Business Partners Total Rewards Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Talent Management and Employment Immigration ensuring alignment with the Universitys and PECs divisional mission and strategic goals. This role requires a seasoned HR professional with proven experience in leading largescale initiatives and managing complex HR operations with a preference for candidates with university experience.

Salary & Benefits: Minimum starting salary of $150000 commensurate with experience.

Comprehensive benefits package including medical vision dental life insurance generous employer retirement contributions wellness resources and tuition waiver effective on date of hire.

PRIMARY DUTIES

Leadership:

• Execute a comprehensive HR strategy that aligns with the universitys and PECs overall strategic plan and promotes a culture of excellence wellness development and inclusion.
• Serve as a key member of the People Equity and Culture leadership team providing strategic advice and guidance on all HRrelated matters.
• Lead and drive organizational change initiatives ensuring smooth implementation and effective communication.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Provide visionary leadership and direction to the HR Business Partners Total Rewards & Compensation HRIS Talent Management and Employment Immigration teams.
• Mentor and develop HR leaders fostering a highperformance culture and promoting professional growth.
• Ensure effective collaboration and communication across all HR functions.

HR Business Partner Management:

• Oversee the HR Business Partner function ensuring effective support and guidance to university departments and units.
• Drive the development and implementation of HR policies and programs that meet the evolving needs of the university.
• Act as a strategic partner to university leaders on all HRrelated issues.

Total Rewards and Compensation:

• Lead the development and administration of competitive and equitable compensation and benefits programs.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to compensation benefits and payroll.
• Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to ensure the universitys compensation and benefits programs remain competitive.

HRIS Management:

• Oversee the management and optimization of the universitys HRIS ensuring data accuracy and efficiency.
• Drive the implementation of technology solutions to enhance HR processes and improve the employee experience.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy laws.

Talent Management:

• Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive talent management strategies including recruitment onboarding performance management and professional development.
• Drive initiatives to attract retain and develop a diverse and highly skilled workforce.
• Oversee succession planning.

Employment Immigration Management:

• Shares in the oversight the universitys employmentbased immigration processes ensuring compliance with all relevant federal regulations.
• Provide expert guidance and support to departments and employees on visa sponsorship permanent residency and other immigrationrelated matters.
• Maintain uptodate knowledge of immigration laws and policies and proactively address any changes that may impact the university.
• Manage relationships with internal/external immigration counsel and agencies as needed.
• Compliance and Risk Management:
• Ensure compliance with all federal state and local employment laws and regulations.
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures to mitigate risk and ensure consistent application.
• Partners with the office of civil rights on EEO and AA compliance.

• Perform other duties as required/assigned by leadership.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Masters degree in Human Resources Management Management Business Administration Organizational Development or a related field.
• A minimum of ten 10 years of progressively responsible human resources experience as well as supervisory experience in a Human Resources leadership and management capacity with a proven track record of driving strategic HR initiatives at scale.
• Demonstrated experience leading and developing highperforming HR teams.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices employment laws human resources technology systems employment law and federal rules and regulations governing human resources administration in higher education.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity equity fairness confidentiality and solid unwavering ethical values.
• Knowledge of employmentbased immigration processes and regulations.
• Excellent communication interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent oral written interpersonal public speaking and conflict resolution skills; ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Excellent budget preparation and fiscal management skills.
• Strong analytical and problemsolving skills.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• SHRMSCP or SPHR certification.
• Experience working in a university or higher education setting.
• Experience with Workday
• Demonstrated experience with inclusive initiatives.

How to Apply: Attach your cover letter and resume. The system will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you have questions about the position or the posting please contact Becky Berrevoets If you need technical assistance please contact Human Resources at

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States a lawful permanent resident a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

Application Deadline: Application review begins Monday April 21 and this posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act 2008 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.See www.gvsu/affirmative/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or(out of State).

Grand Valley State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer which includes providing equal opportunity for racial and ethnic minorities women protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.