Director of Human Resources

Mid-America Nazarene University • Olathe, KS

59d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Vice President for Finance, this role plans, organizes, and oversees the university human resources management functions. This includes employee relations, strategic planning, legal compliance, compensation administration, payroll, HRIS, and faculty and staff planning and development. The position serves as a resource for all organizational levels concerning employment, compensation, employee performance, benefits, and other employee-related issues. Additionally, it acts as a liaison for university Risk Management issues with the carrier and various campus departments.

Requirements

• General understanding of basic accounting and payroll processing.
• Demonstrated and proven ability in the understanding/knowledge of all legal requirements for payroll and Human Resources compliance.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to relate to a diverse clientele and all levels within MNU.
• Detailed oriented with strong attention to detail with the ability to problem solve effectively and quickly.
• Ability to be personally supportive of the Christian character and mission of the University to encourage and sustain mission-fit personnel recruiting.
• Solid computer skills including Microsoft Office Products.
• Excellent listening and analytical skills to manage and guide others through conflict resolution and management.
• Skills to discern when issues can be resolved or when they need to be moved to a higher level.
• Bachelor’s required.
• Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated ability and experience in payroll and Human Resources.
• Experience using payroll software and ability to understand/adapt to various computer software programs.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• 3 years of experience in higher education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and oversee the university human resources management functions, including employee relations, strategic planning, legal compliance, compensation administration, HRIS and faculty and staff planning and development.
• Plan, coordinate and assist with employee relations and training activities; provide information to applicants and employees with human resources questions; conduct investigations related to human resources issues as appropriate.
• Identify issues and recommend improvements for effective Human Resources functions including benefit renewal, plan design changes, Employee Handbook and university policies and procedures.
• Plan, organize and implement compensation administration practices and procedures. This includes monitoring, setting and changing pay ranges for staff personnel, running reports for annual budget process, and coordinating pay increases/promotions.
• Develop, organize and implement performance management process.
• Administer and oversee recruitment process.
• Serve as an active member of the Diversity Advisory Committee (DAC).
• Plan, coordinate and oversee activities related to benefits administration, such as benefit renewal, coordinating with providers for problem resolution, and disseminating changes to campus personnel.
• Plan, organize and implement events connected to employee recognition, benefit enrollment and wellness activities, as well as Administrative Staff Assembly meetings (ASA).
• Work with the Faculty and Staff development director regarding training opportunities for staff, including being a member of the Faculty Welfare Committee.
• Manage Communication staff (the University Receptionist) to ensure that the university phone and reception area runs efficiently and effectively.
• Responsible for maintaining HR and Communication annual budget and expenses.
• Manage HR and communication staff.
• Explore all opportunities to maintain budgeted funds and cost-saving initiatives in benefits, staffing and other areas within this position’s span of control.
• Manage payroll staff to ensure proper payment process and all legal compliance of payroll payments for all University employees.
• Audit reports (maintain compliance) on federal withholding, state withholding, unemployment compensation as well as payroll edits each pay period.
• Facilitate improvements in payroll operations/functions by assisting in the development and maintenance of computer systems used in payroll operations.
• Complete salary survey information as needed and annually for the Integrated Postsecondary Education System (IPEDS).
• Ensure that MNU is collecting deductions from employees accurately and processes the invoices for benefit carriers and other vendor payments in a timely manner.
• Serve as liaison for university Risk Management issues with the carrier and coordinate renewal reporting and processes with the VP for Finance.
• Work with other departments regarding Risk Management issues such as Facility Services.
• Report liability claims to the carrier and work with departments with required areas of improvement.
• Serve on the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) committee.
• Coordinate and report worker compensation claims with the injured party and the carrier.
• Oversee approval and education for those employees, including students, that drive MNU vehicles and equipment.

What This Job Offers

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