Director, HR Relations and Employee Development
About The Position
The Director of HR Relations and Employee Development provides strategic leadership and oversight of the Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) team, the Employee Training and Development Specialist, and the Labor Relations Contract Administration Partner. This role is responsible for aligning employee relations, organizational development, and training initiatives with the university's mission and goals. The Director ensures a cohesive HRBP strategy across the institution while also coordinating university-wide training and development programs that support employee growth, engagement, and organizational effectiveness.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible HR experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Demonstrated experience overseeing HR business partner teams, employee relations, or organizational development initiatives.
- Strong knowledge of HR policies, practices, and employment law.
- Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
- Exceptional emotional intelligence and ability to maintain calm under pressure.
- Proven ability to develop and implement HR strategies that align with organizational goals.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or related discipline.
- Experience in higher education or public sector environments.
- Certification such as SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or CPLP.
Responsibilities
- Oversight of HR Business Partner Team
- Training and Development Strategy
- Partner with HR functional areas (compensation, benefits, recruitment, HR operations) to ensure coordinated and comprehensive support for employees and managers.
- Foster a collaborative and service-oriented culture within HR and across the university.
- Stay informed on HR trends, best practices, and regulatory changes to continuously improve HRBP and training initiatives.
- Undertake other duties as assigned to assist in maintaining operations and/or agility goals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Industry
Educational Services
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
