Director, Human Resources & Talent Management
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Job Location:
Richmond, VA - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 70000 - 90000
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Virginia Union University (VUU) isa distinguished private institution founded in 1865 that proudly upholds a legacy of academic excellence and community engagement. With a historic 86-acre campus it offers a dynamic and nurturing environment for its 1568 undergraduate and graduate students. Virginia Union University is recognized in the 2024 edition of U.S. News & World Report holding a prestigious position as #39 among Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
VUU provides a robust array of academic programs including 35 Bachelors 11 Masters and one Doctoral degree. Virginia Union University remains steadfast in its commitment to offering accessible high-quality education instilling a sense of assurance and confidence in its students. It fosters a vibrant intellectual community dedicated to the holistic development of future leaders.
Five fundamental principles (core values) guide Virginia Union University. Each principle is essential to our ability to provide a Best-In-Class educational experience for students faculty and staff. These principles help our community understand the right path to fulfilling our institutions mission. The principles areInnovation Spiritual Formation Integrity Diversity & Inclusion and Excellence.
The Director of Human Resources and Talent Management provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all human resources functions at the university. This role is responsible for advancing HR initiatives that support institutional goals ensure regulatory compliance enhance employee engagement and promote a high-performing and inclusive workplace culture. The Director serves as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and oversees talent acquisition benefits and retirement administration payroll coordination performance management compliance and financial stewardship of HR operations.
Responsibilities
- Advise senior leadership on workforce planning organizational design employee relations and risk management.
- Lead HR policy development ensuring alignment with federal state and institutional regulations.
- Utilize data analytics and workforce metrics to support informed decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Oversee employee benefits programs including health dental vision life insurance disability and voluntary benefits.
- Administer retirement plans including 403(b) programs in partnership with providers such as TIAA and Principal.
- Ensure compliance with FMLA ERISA and DOL regulations related to retirement and benefit plans.
- Manage benefit reconciliations payroll deductions eligibility tracking vendor coordination and annual open enrollment.
- Provide employee education and counseling related to retirement planning and benefits utilization.
- Collaborate with Payroll and Finance to ensure accurate payroll processing benefit deductions reconciliations and reporting.
- Oversee HR budget development forecasting and financial controls.
- Ensure timely resolution of payroll discrepancies and compliance with wage and hour laws.
- Support audits related to payroll benefits and retirement administration.
- Lead end-to-end talent acquisition and management strategies including recruitment onboarding classification and retention.
- Implement workforce planning strategies to support institutional growth and succession planning.
- Direct the universitys annual performance review process ensuring consistency accountability and alignment with institutional goals.
- Support leadership development training programs and employee engagement initiatives.
- Provide coaching and guidance to managers on performance management corrective action and employee development.
- Ensure accurate recordkeeping reporting and data integrity across all HR functions.
- Maintain compliance with employment laws including FLSA FMLA ADA EEO Title IX and state regulations.
- Serve as a trusted resource for employees and leadership regarding workplace concerns conflict resolution and policy interpretation.
Education
- Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration Public Administration or a related field.
- Minimum of 710 years of progressive HR leadership experience preferably in higher education.
- Demonstrated expertise in benefits administration retirement plans (403(b)) payroll coordination and compliance.
- Proven ability to manage budgets audits and complex HR systems.
- Must be able to lift 10 pounds.
Application Process
Candidates are required to submit their resume four professional references and a cover letter. The application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. A background investigation and reference check will be required prior to employment.For any questions or concerns please contact.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Virginia Union University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation disability gender identity protected veteran status or other protected class.
For more information about Virginia Union University visitVUU About Page.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Talent Management
- Employee Relations
- Succession Planning
- Employee Evaluation
- Human Resources Management
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Benefits Administration
- HRIS
- Training & Development
- Employment & Labor Law
- Organization Design
- Human Resources
About Company
Virginia Union University is an HBCU in Richmond, Virginia with a legacy of producing world-renowned leaders.
