HR Manager

University of Wisconsin Madison•Madison, WI

10d•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 division leaders on workforce planning, organizational needs, and HR initiatives. The manager builds collaborative relationships across the HR team, FP&M, and campus and external stakeholders, and develops recruitment and retention strategies for the division’s distinct workforce needs, including a 24/7 multilingual operational environment. The position provides high-quality HR services that advance organizational goals and models excellence for the team and the customers it serves. 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 expected to be in the office three or more days per week, depending on customer needs. It is within the Division of Facilities Planning & Management (FP&M), Human Resources. 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 minimum annual compensation is $90,000 and is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health, dental, vision, and life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System pension fund.

Requirements

At least five years of experience in progressively more responsible human resources positions.
Experience in recruitment, compensation/title administration, and general HR administration.
Experience serving as a trusted advisor to leaders, providing consultation and creative recommendations on HR 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.
Bachelor’s degree.
Eligibility to work in the United States on or before the effective date of appointment.
Ability to pass an initial caregiver check and subsequent checks every four years, as required under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law.

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.
HR certification, such as HRCI SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP.

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 and 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.
Advise leaders on workforce planning, organizational needs, and human resources initiatives.
Develop and implement recruitment and retention strategies that address the division’s workforce needs, including its 24/7 multilingual operational environment.
Build and maintain collaborative relationships within the HR team, across FP&M, and with campus and external stakeholders.