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Eastern University

Chief Human Resources Officer

Eastern University, Phila, Pennsylvania, United States,


Join our vibrant community of dedicated faculty and staff who work to create a transformative educational experience rooted in faith, reason, and justice.

Eastern University is a nationally-recognized Christian university enrolling approximately 7,000 students in a wide array of undergraduate, graduate, professional, and seminary programs. The university’s main campus is located in St. Davids, PA, with many programs also offered online. Eastern’s core values of Faith, Reason, and Justice are woven into all of its educational offerings. Through dynamic programs, a vibrant campus community, and meaningful service learning opportunities, Eastern University is committed to providing students with transformative, accessible, and affordable education.

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I. Position Summary

The Chief Human Resources Officer, reporting to the Vice President of Finance and Operations (VPFO), oversees and manages all human resources functions for the university including employee relations, compensation, benefits, retirement, training, budgeting, hiring as well as university and legal policies and procedures.

II. Position Responsibilities

Contributes to the development and implementation of the strategic plans, initiatives, and visions of the university.

Oversees the university’s recruiting and hiring process, including serving as a consultant to search committees, managers, and search agencies.

Responsible for the ongoing review, development and communication of employee policies, procedures, required employee trainings and government mandates associated with employment.

Oversees the entry, orientation and on-boarding of new university employees.

Coordinates the development and programming of the various HR databases and subsequent HR portals.

Leads and establishes benchmarks and parameters regarding compensation, employment actions, and business processes.

Administers benefit insurance programs and contracts, managing the relationship and negotiation of contracts with the benefit brokers and insurance providers.

Works closely with management and legal counsel regarding severance, EEOC claims, employment audits, etc. to reduce university legal liability and exposure.

Investigates complaints regarding university or government concerns and/or violations.

Provides guidance and resources to supervisors in addressing performance or behavior related personnel issues and disciplinary actions and procedures.

Administers and coordinates compensation planning for annual budget development.

Reviews faculty covenants for compensation and benefit compliance.

Facilitates and tracks the Performance Management Program.

Serves as Chair of the Fiduciary and Benefit Committee; as well as a consultant for various Task Force groups and ad hoc committees.

Ensures that the University operates in compliance with applicable employment laws.

Oversees and maintains departmental budget.

Ensures a culture within the department that lends itself to employee retention.

Reviews and identifies areas of need and facilitates implementation of corrective action where necessary across various departments.

Serves as the University’s Affirmative Action Officer and identifies and addresses matters that emerge in the context of and relating to Affirmative Action.

Embodies values of caring and compassion, justice and integrity, competence and affirmation.

Seeks to treat each member of the campus community with fairness, dignity and respect, seeking a spirit of unity and harmony as we join together to achieve our common mission.

Demonstrates responsiveness to the VPFO and performs any other duties as assigned.

III. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The ability to articulate and support the evangelical Christian mission of the university, an MBA or Master’s Degree in higher education administration, human resources or related field, and experience in higher education are required. A proven ability to communicate effectively, both in written and oral form, to a broad constituency; customer service orientation; and computer literacy are essential. A working knowledge of higher education administration, employment law, employee relations and human resources management is preferred.

About Eastern University

Eastern University is a Christian university of the arts and sciences that integrates faith, reason and justice for students in its undergraduate, graduate, seminary, urban, professional and international programs.

Applicants should have a Christian commitment compatible with its mission and be willing to support the mission and vision of the university.

The university complies with federal and state guidelines of nondiscrimination in employment; members of protected classes are encouraged to apply.

Background Checks

Standard University employees are required to complete the background clearance process. Employment is contingent upon the successful results of an employment background screening. The employment background screening may include but is not limited to your consumer credit history (for positions that work with the university finances or alumni funds only), verification of education and professional credentials, criminal history, driving history, residency, immigration status, performance, references, and other qualities pertinent to your qualifications for the following position.

Youth Clearances are required for positions with direct contact with children and essential personnel positions. Employees working with or around minor age children are required to complete the youth clearance process which includes the following four child protection clearances:

Affidavit;

FBI Criminal Record Check;

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Child Abuse History Clearance;

Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check.

In accordance with state laws, Act 73 of 2007, Act 153 of 2014, Act 168 (relating to the Child Protective Services Law), school employees of Eastern University who will have "direct contact with children" must complete the background check process prior to employment. Results must be submitted within ten days of receipt.

Description Disclaimer

This description is intended to describe the general level and nature of work performed by the person/people assigned to this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities of the person/people so assigned.

Statement of Non-Discrimination

Eastern University is committed to the principles of equal opportunity as defined under federal and state law, and does not discriminate unlawfully on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, color, creed, disability, national/ethnic origin, age, disabled veteran/Vietnam-era, Genetic Information and Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), or veteran status in its admission policy, program, or activities, educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other University-administered programs, or employment practices and programs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Monday to Friday

Work Location:

In person

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