Human Resources Director

Girard College is a full scholarship boarding school that fosters intellectual curiosity, social development and emotional growth in academically focused students from underserved communities. We ensure every student the opportunity and the means to achieve excellence and preparation for advanced education through purposeful academic and residential programs.

Purpose of the Role/Role Overview:

The Human Resource Director is responsible for developing and executing human resource strategy in support of the overall business plan and strategic direction of Girard College, specifically in the areas of talent management, onboarding, training and development, union relationship, and compensation. The Director will plan, lead, direct, develop, and coordinate the policies, activities, and staff of the Human Resource (HR) department, ensuring legal compliance and implementation of Girard College’s mission and talent strategy. The Human Resources Director reports to the Vice President of Operations.

General Duties/Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with senior leadership to understand the organization’s goals and strategy related to staffing, recruiting, and retention.
• Provides direction and oversight for subordinate staff.

• Plans, leads, develops, coordinates, and implements policies, processes, training, initiatives, and surveys to support the organization’s human resource compliance and strategy needs.
•  Administers the administration of human resource programs including, but not limited to, compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Identifies staffing and recruiting needs; develops and executes best practices for hiring and talent management.
• Conducts research and analysis of organizational trends including review of reports and metrics from Girard College’s systems.
•  Monitors and ensures the organization’s compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews and modifies policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law; applies this knowledge to communicate changes in policy, practice, and resources to upper management.
•  Facilitates professional development, training, and certification activities for HR staff.
•  Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with Girard College policy.
•  Ensures that Girard College employee manuals and related documents are current.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities

•  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
•  Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
•  Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
•  Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
•  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
•  Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
•  Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.
•  Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
•  Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
•  Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Qualification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• At least seven years of human resource management experience, with at least two years of executive HR experience.
• Experience in a union environment is preferred.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP are highly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at desk and working on computer

Girard College is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. We offer a complete benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.