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HUMAN RESOURCES ADMINISTRATION - Director Human Resources

Job Classification

  Executive Admin FT (75-100%)

Position summary

The Director of Human Resources is the chief human resources officer of the university and serves as an advocate regarding benefits, policies, and practices that would have a positive impact on employees and as an advisor and strategic partner to university administration. Provides leadership through the management of a comprehensive human resources department, ensuring that all HR programs and initiatives are integrated and effective in supporting the overall mission, goals, and objectives of the institution.

Qualifications summary

Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field with professional certifications and licensures preferred. Relevant certifications include SPHR, PHR, SHRM - CP or SHRM - SCP. Thorough understanding of human resources principles and practices including employment law, ADA, ACA, EEO, FLSA and FMLA compliance. Experience with human resource technology, design and functionality and or other human resources computer applications and systems. Please see complete qualification requirements in the full position description.


Must be a Seventh-day Adventist in good and regular standing.

Duties and responsibilities



Supervisory responsibilities

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision

Manages six regular full-time subordinates - the Assistant Director/Compensation Manager, Employment and Benefits Manager, Benefits Specialist, Payroll Supervisor, Payroll Assistant, Administrative Assistant/Service Record/Retirement Specialist/Training and Development Coordinator. The HR Director is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit while delegating certain activities to two supervisors within the department.

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field with professional certifications and licensures preferred. Relevant certifications include SPHR, PHR, SHRM - CP or SHRM - SCP.

Thorough understanding of human resources principles and practices including employment law, ADA, ACA, EEO, FLSA and FMLA compliance. Preferred knowledge and understanding of immigration procedures and regulations related to employment.

A minimum of four years of related experience in a leadership/supervisory role with evidence of skills in effectively leading and working with a team of other professionals. Experience with human resource technology, design and functionality and or other human resources computer applications and systems.

Preferred experience working in higher education, or proven capacity to engage effectively with different employment environments.

Demonstrated experience working in a diverse environment.

ATTITUDES AND VALUES

Demonstrated commitment to the mission and values of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Alignment of values and priorities with those of Andrews University. Track record of transparency, integrity, commitment to “customer service” and acting with good judgment.


Must be a Seventh-day Adventist in good and regular standing.

Technical competencies

Proficient in MS Office, particularly Word, Outlook, Excel.

Interpersonal interactions

Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to effectively develop and present information and policy to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. Evidence of strong interpersonal skills, including capacity to empathize and resolve conflict.

ANALYTICAL AND REASONING SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inferences and apply to practical situations. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables with creativity and identify potential solutions to complex situations. Proven capacity to move from potential solutions to action.

Physical demands

The physical demands are those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. No or very limited physical effort required; no or very limited exposure to physical risk. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work hours will require flexibility.

Work environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment, where the noise level is usually moderate.