Shippensburg University is currently searching for a Director of Human Resources.
Reporting directly to the Vice President for Administration and Finance, the Director plays a crucial role in developing and executing human capital strategies aligned with the University’s strategic plan. This position is responsible for planning, developing and implementing University-wide initiatives and strategies that support all Human Resources, Social Equity, Title IX and Labor Relations functions. The incumbent will provide strategic, proactive, and innovative leadership in addition to providing day to day operational support for all department functions.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead the labor relations process for the University’s seven collective bargaining units and non-represented employees
Manage conflict resolution and provide support in complex employee relations matters
Engage with the Office of Inclusion, Belonging, and Social Equity on relevant ADA concerns, student/staff concerns, and help support an inclusive, equity-focused environment.
Serve as a strategic advisor to the University President and Executive Management Team on all workforce planning efforts
Lead the University’s talent acquisition, compensation and position classification processes
Partner with the State System’s shared services area to lead payroll, benefits, organizational management and leave programs
Develop and manage strategic planning initiatives for the department
Interpret and ensure compliance with state and federal statutes and Board of Governors, State System of Higher Education, and university policies relating to human resources and labor relations matters
Responsible for the development and monitoring of human resource metrics and the implementation of actions based on those metrics
Implement HR technology solutions and processes to streamline HR functions and improve operational efficiency
Oversee the University’s performance management program for bargaining unit and non-represented employees, with an emphasis on driving the process to foster a high performance culture
Implement a University wide training program by assessing current and future training needs, developing and implementing process improvement training for various departments and monitoring and evaluating the training program’s effectiveness
Oversee the continued implementation of system wide compliance training at the University level
Coordinate professional development initiatives for employees
Core Competencies
Leadership: Ability to inspire, influence, and lead teams across all levels.
Strategic Thinking: Ability to align HR strategies with business goals and adapt to changes in the organizational environment.
Interpersonal Skills: Strong emotional intelligence and communication skills for engaging with employees at all levels.
Problem Solving: Capable of developing innovative solutions to address complex HR challenges.
Collaboration: Skilled at working cross-functionally with other leaders to support overall organizational objectives.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning
Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in human resources with at least five (5) years in a senior human resources role
Strong Employee and Labor Relations experience
Demonstrated experience consulting with and advising senior-level executives in broad areas of human resources
Ability to think strategically while managing operational execution
Strong HRIS skills
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning
SHRM-SCP Certification
Experience working in a unionized environment
Experience in higher education
Experience working in a multi-campus university system or a multi-location organization
Shippensburg University employees value teamwork and collaboration, are dependable, take initiative, solve problems effectively, communicate clearly and support organizational change. University employees may work closely with individuals of diverse backgrounds and race, as well as those of differing religious affiliations, sexual orientation and gender. They must possess good interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively with all members of the campus community.