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WRA Architects

Administrative Director

WRA Architects, Dallas, TX


Job Type

Full-time

Description

About us

WRA Architects is a Texas and Oklahoma based Architectural Design firm specializing in K-12 Educational facilities.

About the role

As an Administrative Director, the position is responsible for the management and oversight of Office Management, Human Resources, and Process Management teams. This position requires a minimum of ten years of experience including management of a team. A bachelors degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business, or a related field is required. An HR Certification through SHRM or an equivalent association is required as well.

Responsibilities
  • Plans and directs the operations of office management, human resources, and process management staff and service functions.
  • Oversees various internal service functions that typically include administrative/office, financial operations, facility maintenance/space planning, security, hospitality services, equipment and supply procurement, vendor management, and others.
  • Works with Finance to monitor operating budget spending for areas of responsibility.
  • Designs and implements processes and policies that support efficient service delivery and meet the organization's changing needs.
  • Sets departmental performance goals and standards of service.
  • Utilizes data analytics to measure activity and drive continuous improvement.
  • Provides oversight of human resources functional operations, including talent acquisition, compensation, benefits, training, employee relations, safety, and compliance.
  • Maintains broad and current subject matter knowledge and expertise in federal and state employment laws to advise leadership with solutions for human resources issues and evolving organizational needs.
  • Utilizes an HRIS or other systems to facilitate processes and provide data and reporting on HR activity.


Requirements

Skill Set
  • Compensation & Benefits
  • Employee Data Management
  • HR Policy Administration
  • HR Regulatory Environment & Compliance
  • Employee Life Cycle Management
  • Organizational Change Management
  • Performance Management Programs
  • Training Program Development and Delivery
  • Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS)
  • Business Communications
  • Business Process Management
  • Business Service Management
  • Compliance Management
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Corporate Budgeting
  • Organizational Goal Setting
  • Operational Policy Development


Reports

Administrative Director will report to the Partner responsible for WRA's Administrative Team.

Continuing Education/ Expertise/ Leadership

Participate in continuing education seminars, conventions & organizations relevant to Architecture to stay up to date on the latest best practices and techniques.

Key Competencies

Community Builder

Mindful Listener

Humble Warrior

WRA is an equal opportunity employer.