Operations and Human Resources Director

University of West Los Angeles (UWLA)•Inglewood, CA

2d•$30 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The University of West Los Angeles (UWLA) is seeking an experienced and strategic Human Resources Director to lead and oversee all aspects of the university's human resources operations. This role is responsible for developing and implementing HR policies, ensuring legal compliance, supporting leadership, and fostering a positive and high-performing workplace culture. The ideal candidate is a seasoned HR professional with strong leadership experience, deep knowledge of California employment law, and a background in higher education or similarly regulated environments.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field
5+ years HR experience, including leadership
Strong knowledge of California employment law
Experience in employee relations and compliance

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in HR, Business, or related field
SHRM or PHR certification
Experience in higher education or regulated environments
Familiarity with immigration-related employment frameworks
Experience in the Private For-Profit sector
Familiarity with Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972 is a federal civil rights law (20 U.S.C. §1681-§1688)

Responsibilities

Maintain, develop, and implement HR strategies aligned with UWLA's mission and growth objectives
Serve as a trusted advisor and partner to help guide the executive leadership in HR matters
Sustain and build scalable HR systems and processes
Takes ownership and is proactive to the HR needs of the institution
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
Oversee, maintain, and develop policies and employee handbooks
Conduct and/or manage investigations and employee relations issues
Oversee full-cycle recruitment (onboarding through separation)
Develop and implement hiring strategies
Implement onboarding and retention programs
Provide guidance and take ownership of performance and discipline review process
Foster a professional and inclusive culture
Handle sensitive and privileged employee matters
Make recommendations for compensation structures and benefits
Conduct salary benchmarking
Oversee payroll coordination
Implement and initiate the oversight of performance reviews
Support employee growth and training
Oversee the management of HR systems and recordkeeping
Ensure audit readiness and compliance
Maintain confidentiality of records and communications
Collaborate with department heads to streamline and improve operational processes.
Coordinate facility management and maintenance tasks.
Support the planning and execution of university events and activities.
Identify areas for process improvement and implement solutions as needed.
Assist the University President on various tasks and projects.