Director, Human Resources - Talent Management

CCS Spokane • Spokane, WA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Human Resources – Talent Management at Spokane Colleges provides strategic leadership for Human Resources staff across full-time, part-time, classified, and student employee groups. This role develops and supervises the Human Resources Partner (HRP) function in the core areas of classification and reallocation consultation, supervisor coaching, employee and labor relations, performance management, and compliance. It also oversees a full-cycle recruitment program, including recruitment, examination, selection, and certification, while advancing inclusive excellence in applicant outreach and hiring practices. In addition, the Director leads the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of onboarding to ensure compliance, engagement, and a seamless faculty and staff transition across campuses. The position serves as a skilled, human resource consultant performing professional human resource duties. Responsible for resolving complex human resource issues. Plans and carries out work with general supervision utilizing knowledge of laws, policies and regulations. Responsible for prioritizing and managing issues within designated areas of responsibility. Maintain and ensure a confidential environment at all times.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Business, Humanities or Social Science, or another closely related field from an accredited institution. Or an equivalent mix of education and experience that demonstrates the candidate meets all competency requirements for this position.
• Five (5) years of Human Resources leadership experience including experience supervising and evaluating others.
• Knowledge of federal and state human resources laws, rules and regulations including labor relation laws and processes.
• Effective written and oral communication and good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with administrators, staff and union representatives.
• Ability to effectively represent and advocate management positions in hearing and grievance situations.
• Ability to use computer software related to an office environment.
• Ability to collect and formulate data.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree.
• Seven (7) years (or more) of Human Resources or leadership or general Higher Education experience including experience supervising or leading others.
• Practical Knowledge and experience in the Human Resources Function areas: Human Resources Business Partner, Full-Cycle Recruiting / Talent Acquisition (emphasis in Job Description Consultation, Sourcing and Employer Branding), and Job Classification / Leveling.
• Knowledge of CandE and Great College to Work For / ModernThink Recognition
• Experience with Executive Recruiting

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and manage issues within the assigned area of responsibility while maintaining confidentiality.
• Oversee human resource operations and supervise staff who advise administrators, supervisors, and employees.
• Manage projects assigned by the CHRO, maintain reports and statistics, prepare projections, respond to external surveys and inquiries, and develop and deliver related management and employee training.
• Provide professional human resources consulting and resolve complex HR issues with general supervision.
• Lead HRP team development with a focus on supervisor coaching, classification/reallocation consultation, employee and labor relations, performance management, and compliance.
• Provide HR guidance across recruitment, classification, compensation, employee relations, performance management, policy development, organizational analysis, training and development, and interpretation of laws, rules, and policies.
• Apply knowledge of applicable laws, policies, and regulations to carry out responsibilities effectively.
• Enhance, develop and maintain a top tier full-cycle recruitment process, including job description consultant, sourcing, selection process, and employer branding.
• Develop strategies to expand inclusive excellence in applicant outreach and hiring at Spokane Colleges.
• Oversee the Recruitment / Talent Acquisition function focused on continuous strengthening of hiring strategies and support supervisors in developing accurate position descriptions.
• Review selection documentation to ensure hiring decisions are well supported.
• Administer salary placement procedures, guide supervisors through offer development, and respond to recruitment-related inquiries.
• Assist with collecting, verifying, and analyzing recruitment data.
• Oversight of scheduling Recruiting Campaigns and Job Fairs (attendance, virtual, etc.)
• Work with CHRO and HR Operations Specialist on Administrative and Executive Recruiting
• Manage position classification, reclassification, reallocation, and reorganization reviews, making recommendations consistent with state, local, and college policies.
• Interpret and apply classification and compensation systems, salary placement procedures, FLSA, Washington state pay rules, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
• Conduct position reviews, determine appropriate classifications, and communicate findings to employees, supervisors, and appointing officials.
• Provide guidance and training to managers, supervisors, and HR staff on classification, compensation, and related procedures.
• Support departments with interpretation of applicable laws, policies, procedures, and bargaining agreements.
• Coordinate the full onboarding process for new hires, ensuring timely completion of paperwork, system access, training, and workplace setup.
• Partner with HR, IT, supervisors, and other stakeholders to deliver a smooth and consistent onboarding experience.
• Manage offboarding activities, including exit documentation, system access removal, final process coordination, and knowledge transfer.
• Maintain accurate employee records and continuously improve onboarding and offboarding procedures to support compliance and employee experience.
• This includes supporting New Faculty onboarding and tenure process collaboration among Human Resources, AHE and Academic leadership as needed.
• Perform special assignments and projects as needed, including CHRO-assigned work, committee service, and backup support for HR staff.
• Develop and deliver training within areas of expertise and stay current on HR trends and best practices.
• Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and mutual respect in all interactions.
• Comply with district policies, procedures, directives, state and federal laws, and collective bargaining agreements.
• Support the Spokane Colleges strategic plan and carry out other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental life and long term disability insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under the Public Employees Benefits Board
• TIAA retirement plan or WA State Dept. of Retirement Systems Pension Plan.
• Vacation leave accrues at the rate of 14.67 hours per month (22 days per year)
• sick leave accrues at the rate of 8 hours per month, effective upon employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director