Vice President of Human Resources and Workforce Equity

Job DescriptionThe Vice President of Human Resources and Workforce Equity provides the vision and guidance for the ongoing development and implementation of Hennepin Technical College?s employees and talent management at two campus locations ? Eden Prairie and Brooklyn Park. The Vice President has primary responsibility for leadership, management, strategic direction, policy development, and oversight for the human resources and workforce equity division. The Vice President provides critical leadership in enhancing and supporting the mission of the College to meet the diverse educational needs of students and the community. The Vice President partners with other leaders in developing long-term strategies to develop employees and meet the needs of the College. The Vice President reports to the President, and serves as a member of the President?s Executive team and Cabinet.The Vice President provides the leadership, vision, and oversight for employee relations, labor relations, affirmative action, compensation and benefits, change management, organizational development and training, succession planning, talent acquisition, and legal compliance for the college. This position provides the vision and guidance for policy formulation, college planning and new program development.The Vice President champions the service-oriented culture of the College and promotes the College?s values of excellence, innovation, and inclusion. The Vice President leads efforts to position the College as a collaborative and welcoming place to work that supports, engages, values and develops employees.As a member of the senior administrative team, the Vice President develops policy and procedure on institutional issues, represents the College in Minnesota State and with external agencies and bodies, and serves as a College officer on public occasions. The Vice President is also responsible for compliance with all applicable state and federal employment laws and regulations.Minimum QualificationsBachelor?s degree in a related fieldProgressive professional work experience in human resources leadershipThree years? work experience supervising a teamEmployee and labor relations experience, including resolution of grievances.Proven experience in the implementation, management and review of Human Resource functions.Demonstrated work in and commitment to the areas of equity and inclusion principles and standardsAbility to identify and address problems with confidentiality, diplomacy and integrity.High level of competence in interpreting and applying federal and state laws and organizational policiesUnderstanding of collective bargaining and experience with labor contractsExcellent written and verbal communications skills.Preferred QualificationAdvanced degree in organizational management, law or related.Experience in public sector human resource management.Strategic planning and change management experienceDemonstrated ability to foster the participation of others and to work effectively and collaboratively with administrators, faculty, staff, students, and other constituents of the college.Experience in strategic planning, project management, and change management.Society for Human Resource Management or equivalent professional HR certification.Other RequirementsInitial review of applications will be the week of October 28.Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)8:00 am - 4:30 pmTelework (Yes/No)Hybrid work scheduleAboutFounded in 1972, Hennepin Technical College is the largest technical college in Minnesota. With campuses in Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie, Hennepin Technical College has a diverse student population of more than 9,500 and offers degree and non-degree coursework in over 45 programs. Achieving a 99% job placement rate within its network of industry partners, Hennepin Technical College prepares students for in-demand and high-paying employment opportunities Hennepin Technical College is a member of Minnesota State, which includes 30 community and technical colleges and seven state universities serving approximately 400,000 students. It is the fourth-largest system of two-year colleges and four-year universities in the United States.Hennepin Technical College with campuses in Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. The college is strategically positioned to meet the economic and workforce development needs of business and industry throughout Minnesota. Hennepin Technical College faculty and staff are committed to preparing students to be successful in obtaining the education and skills that can result in employment and a career. Curriculum is industry validated and delivered in an environment that emulates the work setting. Students receive a well-rounded educational experience that gives them the skills and ability to secure the first job in their career as well as to advance in their career. For more information about Hennepin Technical College, please visit our website at: http://www.hennepintech.eduNOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MnSCU?s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.We offer a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! As a State of Minnesota employer, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year. We also offer a variety of retirement options including defined benefit and defined contributions plans, and voluntary retirement plans with an employer match.Benefits Information:At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($150 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

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