Director of Human Resources
About The Position
The Director Human Resources serves as the senior strategic leader responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive human resources strategy that supports the mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Guilford College. As a member of the President’s Executive Leadership Team, the Director of Human Resources provides leadership and oversight for all aspects of human resources, including talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation and benefits, organizational development, compliance, performance management, employee engagement, HR technology systems, workforce planning, and diversity and inclusion initiatives. The Director of Human Resources partners closely with senior leadership, faculty, staff, and shared governance groups to foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing campus culture that supports employee success and institutional excellence and Title IX Coordinator.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Higher Education Administration, Organizational Leadership, or related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible HR leadership experience, including senior-level management experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, organizational development, and strategic workforce planning.
- Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience managing complex employee relations matters with discretion and professionalism.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and employee engagement.
Nice To Haves
- Senior HR leadership experience in higher education.
- Professional HR certification such as SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent.
- Experience leading HRIS (Workday) implementations and HR operational transformation initiatives.
- Experience working collaboratively within shared governance environments.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a trusted advisor to the executive leadership team on all human capital matters.
- Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with institutional goals and long-term workforce planning initiatives.
- Lead organizational development and change management initiatives that support institutional transformation and operational effectiveness.
- Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, transparency, and employee engagement.
- Direct all HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, compensation, classification, HRIS (Workday) management, compliance, training, and performance management.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including Title IX, FLSA, ADA, FMLA, EEOC, and related policies.
- Oversee development, implementation, and administration of HR policies, procedures, and employee programs.
- Lead investigations and resolution of employee relations matters with professionalism and confidentiality.
- Develop innovative strategies to attract, retain, and develop a diverse and talented workforce.
- Oversee leadership development, succession planning, employee recognition, and professional development initiatives.
- Foster a positive employee experience and support initiatives that enhance morale, wellness, and engagement.
- Provide strategic oversight of compensation structures, salary administration, market analysis, and benefits programs.
- Ensure compensation and benefits practices remain competitive, equitable, and fiscally responsible.
- Collaborate with finance leadership on budget planning related to personnel and benefits costs.
- Provide oversight and strategic direction for HRIS (Workday) systems, workforce analytics, reporting, and process improvements.
- Utilize data-driven decision-making to support institutional planning and operational efficiency.
- Lead HR technology enhancements and digital transformation initiatives.
Benefits
- 13 paid holidays
- tuition remission
- health insurance
- telemedicine
- life insurance
- short-term and long-term disability
- a retirement plan
- optional dental and vision insurance
- numerous discounts for products, services, and attractions
- Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement benefits, paid leave, and professional development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
