Associate Vice President for 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 employer. Hamline University does not discriminate on the basis of race; color; religion; creed; sex; 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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and implement comprehensive HR strategies that align with the universitys long-term mission goals and strategic direction
• Translate organizational needs into actionable people strategies and workforce plans
• Articulate HR needs and plans to university leadership
• Function as a strategic advisor to executive/senior management on key organizational and people management issues

Operational Oversight:

• Establish and maintain foundational HR systems processes and infrastructure to ensure efficient compliant and effective HR operations
• Manage the full suite of HR functions including talent acquisition compensation and benefits administration classification systems performance management and HRIS operations
• Provide leadership and guidance to the HR team by overseeing daily workflow
• Implement best practices across all HR functional areas
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Human Resources department
• Establish and maintain a strong front-facing customer service philosophy

Regulatory and Legal Compliance:

• Ensure university adherence to all federal state and local employment laws and regulations including FMLA FLSA ADA ADEA Title IX EEO Unemployment and Workers Compensation
• Oversee preparation and submission of all required regulatory reports including EEO-1 VETS-4212 IPEDS and other federal state and local employment-related filings
• Maintain knowledge of laws regulations and best practices in employment law human resources and talent management
• Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations
• Review and recommend policy modifications to ensure best HR practices and legal/regulatory compliance

Employee & Labor Relations:

• Serve as HR liaison to collective bargaining efforts with unionized units
• Provide guidance and assistance to management and employees
• Serve as Designated Official in employee workplace investigations in accordance with university policy
• Administer programs including disputes and investigations performance and talent management and employee recognition

Workforce Development:

• Develop and oversee leadership development programs and succession planning processes
• Support employee training organizational development and a culture of engagement for university employees
• Facilitate professional development training and certification activities for HR staff

Data Analytics & Reporting:

• Direct research and analysis of organizational trends
• Review and interpret metrics from HRIS and talent management systems
• Identify key performance indicators to assess organizational success and market competitiveness
• Use data to inform HR strategy and decision-making

Team Leadership & Coordination:

• Provide coaching mentorship and professional development to HR professionals
• Build high-performing teams that continuously improve and positively impact the employee experience
• Develop team capacity and expertise to establish sustainable HR operations
• Serve as a critical point of coordination between the Human Resources department and other university departments

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

This position reports to the Vice President for Enrollment Management

This position supervises 4-6 direct reports.

BUDGET MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

• This position is responsible to manage the Human Resources Department budget.
• Budget: $500000
• Draft and implement the departments staffing and operational budgets
• Develop and monitor the annual HR department budget
• Ensure fiscally responsible management of HR resources

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITIES AND KEY COMPETENCIES

• Proven ability to build HR infrastructure from the ground up establishing systems processes and team capacity in organizations requiring operational transformation
• Proficient knowledge and application of employment laws and regulations including FMLA FLSA ADA ADEA Title IX EEO Unemployment and Workers Compensation
• Exceptional client service and relationship management skills with ability to communicate effectively and professionally with sensitivity discretion and confidentiality
• Strategic thinking ability to translate organizational needs into actionable workforce plans and align HR initiatives with long-term business objectives
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including leading discussions and presentations with varied audiences at all organizational levels
• Strong conflict resolution negotiation and collaboration skills with demonstrated ability to build trust and credibility across the organization
• Proven record of leading organizations through transitions while maintaining employee engagement and organizational effectiveness
• Expertise in HR Information Systems (HRIS) such as Workday PeopleSoft or UKG and talent management platforms
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to conduct research and data analysis
• Excellent supervisory and leadership skills with proven ability to develop and mentor HR teams
• Excellent organizational skills attention to detail and time management abilities with proven capacity to meet deadlines and prioritize effectively
• Ability to adapt to the evolving needs of the organization and employees while maintaining focus on results and service excellence.

MINIMUM EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration Organization Development Law or related field from an accredited college or university or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible human resources work experience
• Minimum of 5 years in a HR management or leadership capacity

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Masters degree (MBA MHRM MA/MS in Human Resources) or Juris Doctorate (JD)
• SHRM-SCP (Senior Certified Professional) or SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources) certification
• Experience leading HR department turnarounds or organizational restructuring initiatives
• Experience in a nonprofit government or higher education setting
• Experience in a union environment including proficient interpretation of multiple collective bargaining agreements and applicable labor laws
• Demonstrable experience aligning position descriptions work behaviors and KSAs preferably using a complex classification system
• Proficient technology skills especially with Microsoft Office applications HRIS systems (such as Workday PeopleSoft or UKG) and applicant tracking systems

WORKING CONDITIONS / EQUIPMENT

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

• Must be able to work on a computer for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs. on an occasional basis.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This is a full time 1.0 FTE exempt position 12 months a year.
• Occasional night and or weekend work may be required.
• This position is not eligible for remote work.

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay Range:$115 000 - $140000

Full-Time Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which may include:

• Medical dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Paid Time off including vacation time paid holidays and safe and sick leave time off
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Tuition waiver

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.