Assistant Director of Human Resources

College: Louisiana Delta Community College

Department: Human Resources

Sub department: Human Resources

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Administrative/Staff

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the Executive Director in the day-to-day management of the Human Resources department providing guidance and support.
• Oversee the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding processes, ensuring compliance with college policies and legal requirements.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave policies.
• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies and procedures in alignment with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, including Title IX, ADA, FMLA, and other state and federal employment regulations.
• Assist with employee relations issues, providing support in resolving conflicts and addressing concerns to maintain a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Administer performance evaluation processes and assist supervisors in managing employee performance and professional development.
• Coordinate training and professional development programs for faculty and staff.
• Prepare and maintain HR related reports, including payroll, compliance, and personnel data.
• Collaborate with other college departments to support faculty and staff needs, working closely with finance, student services, and administration.
• Participate in strategic HR planning to ensure alignment with the college’s goals, mission, and values.
• Manage the HRIS (Human Resource Information System), ensuring accurate data entry and system functionality.
• Assist in the management of labor relations and collective bargaining, including supporting the Executive Director in negotiations and contract administration.
• Stay current on trends and best practices in human resources, particularly in higher education.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of five years of experience in human resources, with at least two years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Experience in a higher education setting is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Experience with HR software systems.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop staff in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.

Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, Louisiana Delta Community College has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. Louisiana Delta Community College is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. Louisiana Delta Community College is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.