Director of Human Resources

Hanover College•Hanover, MD

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About The Position

The Director of Human Resources develops and executes HR strategy in support of Hanover College’s business plan and strategic direction. The role leads staff talent acquisition and retention, compensation, payroll, benefits and leave administration, employee relations and engagement, performance and professional development, training, equity and inclusion initiatives, employment policies, and legal and regulatory compliance. The Director serves as a strategic partner to College executives and department leaders, advising on organizational and management issues and communicating HR needs and plans to executive leaders. The Director oversees the HR department’s daily workflow, service levels, policies, budgets, communications, and strategic initiatives. The position collaborates with the Vice President for Finance on HR budgets and manages expenditures, payroll administration, compensation and benefits plans, vendor relationships, and related invoices. The Director also recruits, develops, mentors, and evaluates HR staff; serves as the College’s Deputy Title IX Coordinator; participates in College committees; protects employee confidentiality; and supports the College’s mission and a welcoming campus environment. Other projects and tasks may be assigned by the Chief of Staff and/or the President. The role involves extended periods sitting at a desk and using a computer, walking across campus and between buildings, and climbing stairs. It may require some evening and weekend work and overnight or out-of-town travel. Remote work may be available with supervisor approval. The employee must be able to lift up to 25 pounds and be eligible to serve as a College-authorized driver.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.
A minimum of 5–7 years of human resources leadership experience.
Current driver’s license and eligibility to be a College-authorized driver.
Strong understanding of human resources and employment policies and procedures.
Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws, regulations, and requirements.
Excellent HR leadership and management experience.
Budgeting and accounting knowledge, skills, and experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, negotiation, facilitation, and presentation skills.
Strong organizational, recordkeeping, detail-oriented, time-management, analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills; ability to meet deadlines.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills; ability to adapt to organizational and employee needs, prioritize and delegate tasks, and work independently and in teams.
Trust-building qualities; empathy and genuine care for others; integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, excellent listening, responsiveness, and thoughtfulness.
Ability to motivate and effectively lead individuals and teams.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software and proficiency with, or ability to quickly learn, the College’s HRIS and talent management systems.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods, work at a computer, climb stairs, and walk to and from buildings and across campus.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
Availability for some evening and weekend work and overnight and/or out-of-town travel may be required.

Nice To Haves

Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute HR strategy in support of the College’s business plan, strategic direction, mission, and culture.
Oversee the HR department’s daily workflow and ensure service levels meet established expectations and procedures.
Advise executive and department leaders on organizational and management issues and communicate HR needs and plans to executive leaders.
Develop strategic recruiting and retention plans for staff positions.
Lead programs for talent acquisition and retention, compensation, benefits and leave administration, employee relations and engagement, performance and career development, training and learning, inclusion and belonging, policies and procedures, and employment-related compliance.
Help employees and supervisors interpret and comply with HR policies, hold them accountable to those policies, and coach supervisors on performance, staffing, and employee development matters.
Identify and support employee engagement, recognition, and related events and programs.
Set department KPIs, evaluate results and competitiveness, and report to executive leaders and campus stakeholders.
Manage HR department messaging and communications.
Collaborate with the Vice President for Finance on HR benefits, compensation, and operational budgets; monitor actual expenditures against budget.
Oversee College payroll policies, procedures, and administration.
Develop and implement competitive and cost-effective compensation and benefits plans.
Evaluate, negotiate, recommend, and maintain HR vendor contracts; process, submit, or approve vendor and benefits invoices for timely payment.
Create a collaborative and productive environment for HR professionals; recruit, develop, mentor, and evaluate HR staff, and support their professional growth.
Provide backup and support to department staff and ensure the department is productive and responsive to internal and external customers.
Serve as the College’s Deputy Title IX Coordinator and participate in College committees.
Protect employee confidentiality in records, documents, materials, and investigations as applicable.
Promote a positive image of Hanover College and support its mission, principles, strategic plan, and a welcoming College environment.
Complete other projects and tasks assigned by the Chief of Staff and/or the President.