Head of Recruiting & HR

The Human Resources Director provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of all human resources functions for the college. This role partners with senior leadership to align HR strategies with the institution’s mission, values, and strategic priorities, while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and fostering a positive, inclusive workplace culture.

Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on workforce planning, organizational design, and culture

Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with institutional goals

Lead initiatives that support employee engagement, retention, and performance excellence

Provide guidance on employee relations matters, including conflict resolution and investigations

Promote a culture of respect, inclusion, and accountability

Oversee recruitment, hiring, and onboarding processes for faculty and staff

Ensure equitable and inclusive hiring practices

Design and oversee performance management systems aligned with mission-driven frameworks

Guide goal setting, feedback, and performance improvement processes

Oversee compensation strategy, benchmarking, and internal equity

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (e.g., Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies and procedures

Oversee audits, reporting, and risk mitigation strategies

Oversee HRIS, payroll coordination, and data integrity

Use HR metrics and analytics to inform decision-making

Lead a team of three HR professionals

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

7-10 years of progressive HR experience, including leadership roles

Demonstrated knowledge of employment law and HR best practices

Strong technical aptitude and the ability to get the most out of HR systems; experience with HRIS implementation a plus

Demonstrated experience creating, improving, and documenting HR processes, workflows, and procedures to increase efficiency, consistency, compliance, and service quality

Demonstrated experience leading and developing a team, including setting expectations, coaching performance, building capability, and fostering accountability

Master’s degree in HR, Organizational Development, or related field

HR certification (e.g., May require occasional evening or weekend commitments

Full‑time employees are eligible for health, dental, vision, disability, and retirement plan enrollment for themselves and eligible dependents. J-18808-Ljbffr MRA Recruiting Services