HR Manager

Universities of Wisconsin•Madison, WI

13d•$90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Human Resources Manager for the Division of Facilities Planning & Management (FP&M) leads key human resources functions, including recruitment and talent acquisition, compensation and title administration, employee promotions, and strategic HR consultation. The role supervises a team of three or more HR professionals and partners with leaders across the division to advise on workforce planning, organizational needs, and HR initiatives. The manager builds and maintains collaborative relationships within the HR team, across FP&M, and with campus and external stakeholders. The role develops and implements recruitment and retention strategies suited to the division’s workforce needs, including a 24/7 multilingual operational environment, and ensures high-quality HR services that advance organizational goals. The position is ongoing/renewable and full-time at 100% FTE. Hours are generally Monday through Friday, 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; occasional nights may be required. The role is in the office three or more days, depending on customer needs. FP&M is a full-spectrum service organization of more than 1,200 staff that builds, maintains, and operates UW–Madison’s physical environment in support of the university’s education, research, and outreach activities. The position’s minimum annual salary is $90,000, negotiable based on experience and qualifications. A comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Requirements

At least five years of experience in progressively more responsible human resources positions.
Experience in recruitment, compensation/title, and general HR administration.
Experience serving as a trusted advisor to leaders, providing consultation and creative recommendations on human resources strategies, programs, and organizational challenges.
Experience leading projects and/or human resources programs and initiatives.
Ability to build strong, collaborative relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated recruitment experience related to a 24/7 multilingual operation.
Experience in higher education or public sector employment.
Experience with Workday HRIS.
Experience supervising staff.
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
HR certification, such as HRCI SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP, preferred.

Responsibilities

Identify, design, implement, and monitor human resources and staff training programs consistent with strategic objectives and initiatives.
Monitor programs and practices to ensure compliance with human resources laws, regulations, and institutional policies.
Serve as a subject matter expert to support unit managers in aligning business needs with human resources strategy.
Direct and manage unit operational functions and/or staff.
Identify, propose, implement, and interpret employment policies and practices for stakeholders, and recommend changes.
Lead recruitment and talent acquisition, compensation and title administration, employee promotions, and strategic HR consultation.
Supervise a team of three or more HR professionals.
Develop and implement recruitment and retention strategies for the division’s workforce needs.
Provide guidance to division leaders on workforce planning, organizational needs, and human resources initiatives.
Build and maintain collaborative relationships within the HR team, across FP&M, and with campus and external stakeholders.