Position Function:
Provides leadership and vision to ensure effective operations of HRM units that include employment, employment based visa processing, compensation (including salary administration and job evaluation), benefits, learning and development, employee data services, performance management, employee relations, organization development, EEO/AA, workers compensation, employee assistance program, wellness program, drug testing and background screening programs, new hire orientation and onboarding programs, and areas of ethics\compliance related to state and federal laws, IHL Board policies and procedures, and university policies and procedures.
Salary Grade: 21
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Provides leadership and vision to ensure effective operations of HRM units that include employment, employment based visa processing, compensation (including salary administration and job evaluation), benefits, learning and development, employee data services, performance management, employee relations, organization development, EEO/AA, workers compensation, employee assistance program, wellness program, drug testing and background screening programs, new hire orientation and onboarding programs, and areas of ethics\compliance related to state and federal laws, IHL Board policies and procedures, and university policies and procedures.
2. Develops and manages a budget, ensuring fiscal compliance and internal controls.
3. Oversees and manages the work of reporting staff and encourages their ongoing development.
4. Leads the development of department goals, objectives and systems.
5. Establishes measurements that support the accomplishment of strategic goals.
6. Develop and administer programs to align staff with university goals and objectives.
7. Coordinates with the University’s Office of Compliance and Integrity to ensure compliance with Title VII, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and other federal laws related to equal employment opportunity and provides training for employees on these topics.
8. Partners with the Office of General Counsel to provide responses to related regulatory issues and the development and interpretation of policies, procedures, and regulations.
9. Collaborates with administrators to create and implement the University’s Written Affirmative Action plan, assuring adherence to all applicable federal laws and regulations, and University policies, standards and procedures.
10. Responsible for advising senior officers on all aspects of human resources administration. Consults with, advises, and offers coaching, training, tools, and resources to campus leaders to achieve defined goals and improve effectiveness.
11. Leads a proactive recruiting program using state-of-the-art technology and establishes a framework including policies, procedures and resources to actively recruit and retain a diverse and talented workforce. Develop policies and practices that champion diversity, and create a safe, inclusive workforce.
12. Partners with the Office of Institutional Diversity and Inclusiveness to provide support to the University’s Diversity Strategic Plan.
13. Leads or mentors the establishment, documentation, and standardization of cross-departmental human resources processes and those internal to units using a variety of technologies.
14. Responsible for a training and development program that addresses training needs, including new employee orientation and onboarding, management development, measurement of training impact, a system of professional development for all staff, and management of a performance management system, including recognition.
15. Provides proactive consultation on organizational design/planning.
16. Partners with ITS to fully utilize technology and create efficient and effective business practices in the design and delivery of services; establishes clear metrics to enhance the generation of management and data reporting.
17. Manages an effective compensation system, policies, and procedures; includes salary administration and job evaluation.
18. Directs the administration of insurance, retirement, and other benefits programs; evaluates and develops recommendations for improvements to faculty and staff employer-sponsored benefit programs.
19. Responsible for employment contract administration.
20. Responsible for ensuring the University’s obligations to verify and maintain work authorization is in compliance with federal and state law, including employment-based visa processing; I-9 and E-Verify programs.
21. Responsible for the timely submission of IHL Board Reports.
22. Serves on University level committees as appointed.
23. Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field and 7+ years of progressive human resources experience, including experience as a senior HR director or executive in a complex organization.
Preferred Qualifications:
SPHR/PHR Certification.
Master's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field and additional experience in an institution of higher education.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Working knowledge of the regulatory environment affecting human resources in higher education, including federal and state equal opportunity employment laws, OFCCP mandates, ADA, FLSA, FMLA, E-Verify, Immigration Reform and Control Act (I-9), etc.
2. Working knowledge of compensation, employee relations, and experience with HR programs and services.
3. Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal and coaching skills.
4. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels.
5. Demonstrated ability to lead and develop staff members. Well-developed team building experience and experience managing people, providing feedback, reviewing performance, and mentoring others actively.
6. Demonstrated problem solving and conflict resolution skills. Ability to handle complex and sometimes highly charged situations and problems.
7. Demonstrated critical thinking skills with the ability to solve problems by gathering data and drawing valid conclusions. Excellent organizational skills.
8. Creative problem solver with demonstrated success as a transformational leader.
9. Demonstrated record of innovation in policy and program delivery, progressive management responsibility and technical expertise in HR
10. Experience in strategic planning that moves the HR organization tangibly forward.
11. Knowledge of human resource issues impacting large, complex organizations
12. Ability to work cooperatively with University leaders, provide leadership, and build consensus on HR compliance priorities University-wide, and to enhance internal compliance awareness and adherence to regulations, rules, and policies.
13. Excellent computer skills.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
No unusual physical requirements. Requires no heavy lifting, and nearly all work is performed in a comfortable indoor facility.
Externally imposed deadlines; set and revised beyond one’s control; interruptions influence priorities; difficult to anticipate nature or volume of work with certainty beyond a few days; meeting of deadlines and coordination of unrelated activities are key to position; may involve conflict-resolution or similar interactions involving emotional issues or stress on a regular basis.
Job frequently requires walking, sitting, talking, hearing, handling objects with hands, and lifting up to 25 pounds.
Job occasionally requires standing, reaching, climbing or balancing, stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling, and lifting up to 10 pounds.
Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
All applicants must apply online at www.msujobs.msstate.edu and attach a cover letter, current resume, and the complete contact information for at least three professional references.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662) 325-5839.
What do I do if I need an accommodation?
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