The University of Chicago
Executive Director, People and Culture
The University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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ARD Human Resources
About the Department
Alumni Relations and Development (ARD) engages alumni (\220k), current students, parents, and friends of the University through intellectual, professional, and social activities on campus, around the world and online. ARD raises \$600 Million annually to support faculty and researchers, practitioners and patients, and students and programs across the University. Our work supports priorities in every division, school, department, and institute.
The ARD People and Culture team plays a crucial role in cultivating a supportive and thriving workplace environment. The team is dedicated to attracting top talent through effective recruitment strategies and ensuring a smooth onboarding process for new hires. Additionally, the team champions ongoing professional development and learning programs to empower staff to excel in their roles and contribute meaningfully to ARD\'s goals. By fostering a culture of inclusivity, collaboration, and accountability, the People and Culture team enhances employee satisfaction and retention, ultimately strengthening and extending the work of ARD for the University.
The Executive Director of People and Culture at ARD plays a pivotal role in crafting and executing a dynamic people and culture strategy aligned with the organization\'s mission and values. Leading a team of approximately 12 professionals, the Executive Director drives talent acquisition, learning and development, employee engagement, and HR operation programs. This position supports the University\'s commitment to diversity and equity through the lens of human resources, talent management, learning, and staff engagement.
Job Summary
This position manages multiple teams of managers and professional staff responsible for designing, implementing, and monitoring a variety of human resource programs. Develops department plans to address long-term human resource needs and trends. Accountable for the performance and results of multiple human resources related teams.
Responsibilities
Develops the strategic direction for the People and Culture team with senior leadership to promote a growth mindset among leaders and staff through innovation, agency, and inclusion. Leads the human resources, talent management, and learning and development teams to serve internal and external clients in a positive and effective manner.
Designs and implements programs to engage and retain employees, including development pathways and performance management processes. Elicits feedback through employee surveys, focus groups, and employee engagement programs to support a data-driven approach to continuous quality improvement.
Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment that promotes employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention. Supports the University\'s commitment to diversity and equity.
Leads all activities related to human resources policies, programs, and practices for ARD in compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws plus University policies. Crafts effective communications regarding compliance tasks and employment updates.
Develops and supports learning and development initiatives for ARD staff in areas of highest priority with a focus on role-specific skills, management training, team collaboration, and professional growth. Develops and supports fundraiser training programs for all levels of fundraisers.
Develops, refines, and implements recruitment and hiring procedures to support managers in all phases of the hiring process. Develops and maintains contacts with educational institutions, executive placement firms, and other recruitment sources, and determines online and other recruiting strategies for attracting and recruiting top candid tes. Stays abreast of industry best practices.
Administers the ARD compensation program with an eye to competitive market position. Conducts job analysis to determine and make initial assessments along with senior leaders on appropriate salary levels for employees, both upon hire, as they advance in their careers. Coordinates with colleagues across campus on employment and compensation issues. Maintains vigilance on external market competitiveness.
Counsels managers and staff in progressive discipline procedures and, in coordination with central Human Resources representatives, advises on the resolution of employee relations issues.
Interprets and responds to questions and helps employees access the full complement of University benefits and employee services available to them in coordination with central HR representatives.
Ensures UChicago\'s human resource information systems (HRIS) platform (Workday), is accurate at all times. Oversees development of reports to share with senior leaders.
Seeks opportunities for professional development that will enhance job performance, including building networks within the University and with colleagues at peer institutions and with an eye towards broadly diversifying the advancement profession.
Represents the unit in grievances, complaints, or legal issues
ARD Human Resources
About the Department
Alumni Relations and Development (ARD) engages alumni (\220k), current students, parents, and friends of the University through intellectual, professional, and social activities on campus, around the world and online. ARD raises \$600 Million annually to support faculty and researchers, practitioners and patients, and students and programs across the University. Our work supports priorities in every division, school, department, and institute.
The ARD People and Culture team plays a crucial role in cultivating a supportive and thriving workplace environment. The team is dedicated to attracting top talent through effective recruitment strategies and ensuring a smooth onboarding process for new hires. Additionally, the team champions ongoing professional development and learning programs to empower staff to excel in their roles and contribute meaningfully to ARD\'s goals. By fostering a culture of inclusivity, collaboration, and accountability, the People and Culture team enhances employee satisfaction and retention, ultimately strengthening and extending the work of ARD for the University.
The Executive Director of People and Culture at ARD plays a pivotal role in crafting and executing a dynamic people and culture strategy aligned with the organization\'s mission and values. Leading a team of approximately 12 professionals, the Executive Director drives talent acquisition, learning and development, employee engagement, and HR operation programs. This position supports the University\'s commitment to diversity and equity through the lens of human resources, talent management, learning, and staff engagement.
Job Summary
This position manages multiple teams of managers and professional staff responsible for designing, implementing, and monitoring a variety of human resource programs. Develops department plans to address long-term human resource needs and trends. Accountable for the performance and results of multiple human resources related teams.
Responsibilities
Develops the strategic direction for the People and Culture team with senior leadership to promote a growth mindset among leaders and staff through innovation, agency, and inclusion. Leads the human resources, talent management, and learning and development teams to serve internal and external clients in a positive and effective manner.
Designs and implements programs to engage and retain employees, including development pathways and performance management processes. Elicits feedback through employee surveys, focus groups, and employee engagement programs to support a data-driven approach to continuous quality improvement.
Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment that promotes employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention. Supports the University\'s commitment to diversity and equity.
Leads all activities related to human resources policies, programs, and practices for ARD in compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws plus University policies. Crafts effective communications regarding compliance tasks and employment updates.
Develops and supports learning and development initiatives for ARD staff in areas of highest priority with a focus on role-specific skills, management training, team collaboration, and professional growth. Develops and supports fundraiser training programs for all levels of fundraisers.
Develops, refines, and implements recruitment and hiring procedures to support managers in all phases of the hiring process. Develops and maintains contacts with educational institutions, executive placement firms, and other recruitment sources, and determines online and other recruiting strategies for attracting and recruiting top candid tes. Stays abreast of industry best practices.
Administers the ARD compensation program with an eye to competitive market position. Conducts job analysis to determine and make initial assessments along with senior leaders on appropriate salary levels for employees, both upon hire, as they advance in their careers. Coordinates with colleagues across campus on employment and compensation issues. Maintains vigilance on external market competitiveness.
Counsels managers and staff in progressive discipline procedures and, in coordination with central Human Resources representatives, advises on the resolution of employee relations issues.
Interprets and responds to questions and helps employees access the full complement of University benefits and employee services available to them in coordination with central HR representatives.
Ensures UChicago\'s human resource information systems (HRIS) platform (Workday), is accurate at all times. Oversees development of reports to share with senior leaders.
Seeks opportunities for professional development that will enhance job performance, including building networks within the University and with colleagues at peer institutions and with an eye towards broadly diversifying the advancement profession.
Represents the unit in grievances, complaints, or legal issues