Manager

University of Maryland•College Park, MD

5d•$84,960 - $93,952

About The Position

The Manager, Human Resources serves as the lead HR professional for the School of Public Policy, overseeing the full lifecycle of human resources operations while also supporting faculty affairs and select operational functions. This role provides both strategic and operational HR leadership, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and alignment with University policies. The position partners closely with School of Public Policy leadership, Faculty Affairs, and central university offices to manage recruitment, faculty appointments, contract administration, payroll coordination, immigration processes, and administrative operations, while also leading the development of internal policies, workflows, and staff engagement initiatives that support the Center’s strategic and operational priorities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Three (3) or more years of professional experience
One (1) year of experience in a supervisory or lead role
Knowledge of principles and techniques of written and oral communication, including methods for adapting communication style to different audiences
Knowledge of documentation standards, procedures, and best practices for ensuring consistent and accurate team deliverables
Knowledge of office productivity software such as Microsoft Office 365 and Google Workspace
Skill in leading presentations and conducting training sessions for large groups
Skill in collaborating effectively with Managers, Assistant Directors, and Directors to identify and resolve problems, implement improvements, and address ongoing issues
Skill in coaching and mentoring team members to enhance performance, provide constructive feedback, and support professional development
Ability to define deadlines, manage workloads, and maintain quality standards for deliverables
Ability to comprehend and navigate complex interpersonal situations, applying empathy and discretion when addressing conflicts or sensitive matters
Ability to implement and uphold documentation standards and procedures across all team functions

Nice To Haves

Experience in higher education or academic/research environments
Experience with faculty affairs processes and academic appointments
Knowledge of immigration processes (H-1B, J-1)
Supervisory experience
HR operations and compliance expertise
Knowledge of faculty affairs and academic personnel processes
Process improvement and workflow design
Strong organizational and project management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities across HR, faculty affairs, and operations
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Responsibilities

Overseeing the full lifecycle of human resources operations
Supporting faculty affairs and select operational functions
Providing strategic and operational HR leadership
Ensuring compliance, efficiency, and alignment with University policies
Partnering closely with School of Public Policy leadership, Faculty Affairs, and central university offices
Managing recruitment, faculty appointments, contract administration, payroll coordination, and immigration processes
Leading the development of internal policies, workflows, and staff engagement initiatives