Associate Director of Human Resources (54684)

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Vice President and Chief Human Resource Officer (VP/CHRO), the Associate Director of Human Resources serves as a strategic, collaborative partner and assumes executive responsibility for the daily operations of the Office of Human Resources in the absence of the VP/CHRO.

The position provides administrative leadership and oversight across key HR functions, including talent acquisition, talent management, performance management, organizational and professional development, employee relations, policy development, classification, compensation, compliance, and related areas.

This role is accountable for designing, implementing, and continuously improving scalable HR frameworks that promote equity, ensure compliance, mitigate risk, support fiscal responsibility, and enhance employee engagement, recognition, and service excellence across the institution.

This role ensures continuity of HR operations while strengthening overall team effectiveness. The Associate Director supports the VP/CHRO in providing strategic leadership for core HR functions, that aligns HR strategies with both short- and long-term institutional goals. The Associate Director assists with leading the day-to-day functions of the Office of Human Resources with a focus on operational efficiency, compliance, and effective use of technology. The role also coordinates large-scale projects aimed at improving HR service delivery and effectiveness across the campus community.