Associate Vice Chancellor for Human Resources

University of Arkansas•Little Rock, AR

About The Position

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation. The Associate Vice Chancellor for Human Resources has primary responsibility for University functions and responsibilities associated with equal employment opportunity and Title IX compliance, HR solutions, leave administration, benefits, compensation, recruitment and retention, employment law compliance, employee relations, training, and personnel records management. The Associate Vice Chancellor for Human Resources, reports to the Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration and is a leadership position that plays an essential role in support of our faculty and staff. This position also functions as an advisor to all campus leadership while leading a team of human resource and Title IX professionals. This position is governed by state and federal laws as well as UA System and institution policy.

Requirements

Earned bachelor's degree in human resource management or related field from an accredited institution
Ten years of progressive experience managing or administering human resource programs including five years’ leadership experience
Experience with human resources law and regulatory provisions, such as FLSA and other DOL regulations, workers compensation, and Title IX
Demonstrated creativity and strategic approach in keeping up with human resources innovations, including leadership skills and the ability to formulate, communicate, and execute strategic initiatives
Strong interpersonal skills as exhibited by the ability to influence others, gather information from individuals and groups, and build collaborative relationships across the organization with individuals at all levels including elected officials and government agencies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary to document and present work outcomes and deliverables
Knowledge of human resources and Title IX best practices, benchmarking, and HR systems
Ability to understand and assimilate information and data for decision-making
Knowledge of federal and state human resources and Title IX laws and regulations
Knowledge of the unique characteristics of higher education human resources
Excellent planning, organizational, and time-management skills coupled with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
The ability to handle and manage confidential information

Nice To Haves

Earned master’s degree or advanced certificate in human resource management or related field from an accredited institution
Human resource management experience at an institution of higher education
Successful experience with financial management including budgets and financial analyses related to human resource programs
Evidence of successfully implementing and/or effective use of administrative information systems and related computer-assisted processes
A history of building productive collaborative relationships
Experience conducting investigations and mediating conflict
Active participation in human resource organizations

Responsibilities

Management of all HR functions
Collaborate with leadership to implement HR strategy that will support the university’s mission
Management of the Title IX Office
Oversee benefits management for faculty, staff, and retirees. Benefits options consist of a self-insured health insurance plan through the UA System Office and both AR State defined benefit plan and TIAA and Fidelity optional retirement plans
Research federal and state laws and UA Board of Trustees policies for the development or enhancement of university policies
Coach employees and managers on university and Board of Trustees policies and procedures and provide guidance on application of the policies and procedures
Provide direction to the administration and supervisors regarding disciplinary actions and employee terminations
Manage position allocations and recruitment efforts in accordance with Arkansas Legislative directives and participate in personnel budget sessions with the Legislative Personnel Committee
Oversee the development and implementation of campus-wide training on various Human Resource topics, and lead training sessions
Coordinate immigration visas and permanent resident sponsorships with the university’s immigration attorney
Review grievances and EEO related complaints; oversee investigations conducted by the Employee Relations Director; utilize policies, state laws, and federal regulations to resolve grievances and EEO allegations
Responsible for knowledge of Workday business processes, security roles, updates, and implementation
Administer the annual Performance Evaluation Program
Manage HR and Title IX departmental salary and expense budgets
Manage HR Recruitment Budget Responsible for the maintenance of all employee records
Prepare personnel data reports, Freedom of Information Act requests, and ad hoc reports for internal, external, and legislative inquiries
Oversee FMLA, ADA/PWFA accommodations, and Workers’ Comp claims and the administration of the university’s Leave without Pay programs
Oversee the maintenance and update of the Human Resources’ website
Serve as the designated 504 Coordinator for the university
Represent the campus on the UA System Benefits Committee
Perform other duties as assigned