Interim HR Executive Consultant
HR Knowledge Source LLC
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Independent Contractor (1099) <\/span>• <\/span>4–6
Month Contract <\/span>• <\/span> Washington, DC Region <\/span>• <\/span> Hybrid (3 Days On -Site)<\/span><\/span><\/b>
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About Us <\/span>
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HR
Knowledge Source (HRKS) is an award -winning talent management consulting firm
based in the Southeast U.S. We partner with organizations to transform how they
attract, develop, and retain talent — delivering practical, high -impact
solutions across strategic planning, leadership development, employee
engagement, and recruiting. Joining HRKS means working alongside a
collaborative team that's passionate about making work better — for our clients
and for each other. <\/span>
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The Engagement <\/span>
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HRKS
has been retained by a confidential higher education institution in the
Washington, DC region to identify a seasoned HR executive for a critical
interim consulting engagement. The client operates an HR function of
approximately 40 employees with a compensation and benefits portfolio exceeding
$380 million. The selected consultant will report to the client’s Chief
Financial Officer (CFO) and partner closely with senior university leadership.
The client’s identity will be disclosed to qualified candidates. <\/span>
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Role Overview <\/span>
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The
Interim HR Executive Consultant will step immediately into active operations,
providing hands -on leadership and stability across multiple HR centers of
excellence. With two senior HR leadership roles currently vacant, the
organization needs an experienced executive who can manage day -to -day
functions, advance active initiatives, and serve as a steady operational
presence while larger institutional efforts move forward. The ideal candidate
brings a project management mindset, sound judgment under pressure, and the
ability to hit the ground running from day one. <\/span>
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Scope of Responsibility <\/span>
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Team & Structure <\/span>
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• <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> Lead an HR team
of ~40 employees across core functional areas: Talent Solutions, Employee
Experience, HRIS, Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition, and Employee & Labor
Relations <\/span>
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• <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> Manage four
direct reports and support the hiring of two senior director roles <\/span>
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Operational Priorities <\/span>
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• <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> Oversee
day -to -day HR operations and maintain continuity during organizational redesign <\/span>
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• <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> Manage multiple
concurrent projects: labor relations initiatives, summer training programs, and
transition planning <\/span>
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• <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> Support upcoming
executive searches as a key operational resource <\/span>
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• <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> Collaborate with
key stakeholders: CFO, Provost, General Counsel’s Office, and Staff Council <\/span>
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Requirements <\/h3>
Qualifications <\/span>
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Required <\/span>
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• <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> Bachelor’s
degree; advanced degree or SHRM -SCP/SPHR certification preferred <\/span>
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• <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>10+ years of
executive -level HR leadership experience <\/span>
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• <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> Prior consulting
experience with a track record of managing complex client engagements <\/span>
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• <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> Expertise in at
least 1 -2 areas of HR leadership (ex. Total Rewards, Employee & Labor
Relations, Talent Acquisition). Functional depth in Total Rewards (Compensation
and/or Benefits) is highly preferred <\/span>
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• <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> Proficiency in
Workday (or similar HRIS) and Microsoft Office Suite <\/span>
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Preferred <\/span>
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• <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> Experience in
higher education or similarly complex, mission -driven organizations <\/span>
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• <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> Familiarity with
unionized environments (organization works with four unions; in -house labor
counsel available)<\/span>
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• <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> Experience
supporting or managing executive -level recruitment processes <\/span>
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Key Competencies <\/span>
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• <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> Project
management mindset with ability to coordinate multiple priorities
simultaneously <\/span>
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• <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> Operational
instincts to identify process gaps and intervene with sound judgment <\/span>
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• <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> Exceptional
communication skills across all organizational levels <\/span>
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• <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> Discretion and
sensitivity in handling confidential matters <\/span>
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• <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> Data -driven,
collaborative, and solutions -oriented leadership style <\/span>
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• <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> Act as a unifying “team captain,” driving accountability,
trust, and collaboration while maintaining clarity and alignment through change <\/span>
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• <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> Demonstrated
commitment to inclusive excellence <\/span>
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Contract Details <\/span>
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Engagement: <\/span><\/span><\/b> Independent
Contractor (1099)<\/span>
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Duration: <\/span><\/span><\/b>4–6
months <\/span>
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Location: <\/span><\/span><\/b> Washington,
DC region — Hybrid (3 days on -site; Tuesday is a core in -office day)<\/span>
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Hours: <\/span><\/span><\/b> Standard
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (occasional 8 AM meetings)<\/span>
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Reports
To: <\/span><\/span><\/b> Client’s
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)<\/span>
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Client: <\/span><\/span><\/b> Confidential
higher education institution, Washington, DC region (disclosed to qualified
candidates)<\/span>
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Offers must be contingent on the successful completion
of professional reference and background checks. <\/span><\/i>
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Confidentiality is strictly maintained. <\/span>
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HR Knowledge Source (HRKS) is an equal
opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or
any other protected charact <\/span><\/span><\/i> eristic. <\/span><\/span><\/i>
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