HR Manager - School of Public Health

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Summary:

Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking a collaborative and experienced HR Professional responsible for providing both strategic vision and operational execution of human resources services to support the School of Public Health. This position reports to the Director of Finance and Administration and serves as a trusted advisor for employees, managers and senior leadership. Serving as the Human Resource Professional (HRP), the HR Manager is responsible for mastering an understanding of the School of Public Health’s overall mission and executing a human resources function in support of those goals. Additionally, this position will work within the Office of Faculty Affairs to promote faculty development and well-being. 

Position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

Typical Duties:

Manage and facilitate day-to-day activities of HR operations, in a timely and accurate manner, with appropriate internal controls, and in accordance with University and school policies and procedures. HR activity includes, but is not limited to:

• Make recommendations on, initiate, and finalize HR actions around position management (revisions and establishments), staff compensation and employment (postings, hiring proposals, new hire onboarding), and faculty support (recruitment administration, onboarding, promotion & transfer coordination).
• Provides guidance to hiring managers and search committees to ensure the search process complies with University standards
• Ensures new employees complete required employment paperwork; background checks and verify I-9s
• Assists with department orientation and training requirements; and assists the employee with parking, IDs, computer access, etc. as needed
• Serve as a back up school timekeeper
• Processes resignations, retirements, non-renewals, transfers and terminations. Conducts exit interviews
• Manage the lifecycle of student, employee and visiting scholar visa applications in collaboration with VCU Global Education Office. Track and process renewal applications. 

Provide leadership and guidance on HR issues and participate in the decision-making and implementation of HR policies, procedures, programs and functions;

• Ensures appropriate EEO/AA and other employment practices are followed and that applicable documentation is provided at the end of the recruitment process.
• Analyzes employee turnover and develops retention strategies.
• Provide advice and guidance on complex and confidential matters including performance management and employee relations issues
• Identify organizational needs of the School of Public Health and plan, resource, and execute programs and strategies to address areas identified either directly or through strategic partnerships and collaboration with experts across the University
• Identify, plan and execute process improvement projects to increase efficiency and effectiveness of HR programs
• Facilitate training sessions to support the needs of assigned service areas
• Participate in the HR community by attending HR Professional Committee meetings, career community events and VCU HR trainings for HR Professionals
• Participate in special projects as identified in support of School of Public Health and VCU’s Great Place policy and University service delivery model
• Work collaboratively with faculty, leadership, and other stakeholders to create an environment that fosters professional growth, engagement, and well-being among the faculty. 

Faculty development:

• Design, implement, and assess faculty development initiatives that support teaching excellence, research productivity, and professional growth.
• Facilitate workshops, seminars, and webinars on topics such as curriculum design, pedagogical strategies, grant writing, and career advancement.
• Coordinate process for evaluation, tenure & promotion and awards by ensuring compliance with guidelines and collecting nomination and materials. 
• Workplace culture and community building to include fostering a positive and collaborative faculty culture that emphasizes collegiality, interdisciplinary collaboration, and shared governance. Developing strategies to improve faculty retention by addressing concerns related to workload, recognition, and career satisfaction. 

The HR Manager must demonstrate a passion for supporting individuals in a diverse academic environment, have the ability to drive diversity and inclusion efforts, and create and sustain a culture of appreciation. The HR Professional must possess strong consultative skills with a proven ability to develop relationships and build partnerships with internal teams and stakeholders in a diverse organization.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university in business administration, management, public administration, human resources or related field and significant progressive HR experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Considerable experience working in a HR position advising, guiding and consulting with senior leaders, managers and employees;
• Proven ability to develop relationships and build partnerships with internal teams and stakeholders in a diverse organization;
• Demonstrated ability to use critical thinking skills to problem solve and develop solutions;
• Broad and deep HR technical expertise in all facets of HR including employment and recruiting, compensation, performance management, employee relations, etc.;
• Proven ability to influence, guide, direct and consult with HR professionals and leadership;
• Demonstrated ability to interpret, explain and apply HR policies, state and federal regulations and protocols;
• Outstanding customer service skills and a high degree of professionalism;
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with all individuals within a diverse community;
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately and with discretion;
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff and student environment or commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of faculty policies and procedures preferred.
• Experience with Banner and Talent@VCU
• Experience in VCU timekeeping/RealTime, faculty contract preparation and University Staff employment and pay practices preferred.
• Master’s degree in human resources management or equivalent combination of experience is also preferred.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM or other related certification.

The School of Public Health continuously strives for our workplace and learning environment to reflect the demographic and social milieu of the communities we serve.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

ORP Eligible: Yes

University Position: HR Business Partner 1

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action university providing access to education and employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, political affiliation, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability. 

Carrie Boyd
ccboyd@vcu.edu