Human Resources Director

POSITION OVERVIEW

This position directs the comprehensive human resources program and manages the activities of the institution’s Human Resources Office that include staff training/development, planning, organizing, developing, implementing and directing. This position will also oversee the transition of existing processes and procedures to Workday's Human Capital Management (HCM) platform. This includes the development of a new policies and procedures manual and the facilitation of staff training on the new system. Duties of this position are carried out with wide latitude, judgment and discretion.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Regularly reviews and revises human resources procedures and operations consistent with current laws and institutional policies; studies and evaluates current procedures and recommends changes including transitioning to Workday's Human Capital Management (HCM) platform
• Represents the Human Resources department in Institutional, Collaborative for Higher Education Shared Services (CHESS), and Workday meetings, ensuring alignment and compliance with LCC’s policies.
• Develops and maintains affirmative action program.
• Establishes and implements short- and long-range goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures.
• Oversees integrity of records, reports, and logs to conform to EEOC regulations.
• Conducts various cost analysis, relative to human resources budgetary planning control.
• Serves as liaison with institute management and staff to discuss and resolve a variety of human resources issues such as staffing, reorganization, policy and rule interpretation and related personnel issues.
• Plans, develops and recommends new or revised human resource policies and programs to meet the operating needs of the institution and the needs of its employees.
• Analyzes and evaluates the impact of proposed legislation and rule changes; assists in the establishment of institutional human resources policies, rules and procedures.
• Serves on institutional committees as representative of the Human Resources Department.

Revised 04/2024

Human Resources

• Oversees collaborations with the Offices of Financial Aid, Payroll, and department supervisors for seamless student employment processes.
• Coordinates grievance panel nominations, hearing, and activities.
• Monitors unemployment claims and assists departments with appeals, performance appraisal programs, Workers’ Compensation claims, and posting of position announcements, interview processes, and selection of employees.
• Complies with all institutional, federal, state, and audit reporting requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• In-depth knowledge of human resources processes, procedures, and documentation.
• In depth knowledge of federal, state personnel laws, regulations, and public sector employment policies and procedures including EEOC laws and regulations
• Knowledge of alternative dispute resolution processes
• Ability to provide effective leadership, project management, and supervision
• Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse community.
• Proficient in mastering Workday's Human Capital Management (HCM) platform and Microsoft Office Tools including Excel.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL FACTORS

• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading and visual inspection.
• The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or Business Administration is required or a combination of education, certification, and experience will be considered.
• Seven to ten years in the Human Resources field is required.
• At least two years of supervisory experience is required
• SHRM certification is required or must be completed within the first year of employment.
• Experience in Workday or another Enterprise Resource Platform is required.
• Master’s degree in Human Resource Management or related Personnel/Human Resources field is preferred.