CLevelCrossing
Vice President People u0026 Culture
CLevelCrossing, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Under the general guidance of the President, the Vice President, People and Culture will review, revise, and implement processes and policies that align the University with best and emerging practices in HR functions. The VP, People and Culture will provide leadership and counsel to the President and Cabinet of the University. Working across departments and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams, the VP will take a creative and holistic approach to people and human resource-related issues – supporting a dynamic and mission-oriented staff and faculty of over 220 people, along with an additional adjunct faculty of 200, in both the US and Canada. The Vice President, People and Culture provides thought-leadership to the university while leveraging industry knowledge and best practices to promote the mission and vision of the People and Culture department and the institution. Supports culture development and management efforts.
Education/Experience:
Master’s degree is required.
Minimum of five (5) years of executive human resources experience in working within dynamic environments with multiple internal and external stakeholders is required; experience working in an educational environment is preferred.
Expertise using multiple HRIS systems is required; familiarity with UltiPro preferred.
Certifications/Licenses:
SPHR or SHRM-SCP certification is preferred.
Experience with IPEDS (10 Day Report) is preferred.
K/S/A:
Demonstrated a commitment to social justice, as well as the values of the University – social interest, pluralism, courage, excellence, pragmatism.
Extraordinary managerial and interpersonal skills with a record of effectively working with senior management.
Demonstrated ability in working strategically and collaboratively across offices or departments.
Understanding of human resource regulations and norms in both the United States and Canada (or a record that suggests enthusiasm for cultural competence, if inexperienced in one of the countries).
Demonstrated cross-cultural competence, including strong emotional intelligence and the ability to engage and build relationships within a community (such as our university community) and with historically marginalized communities.
Ability to consistently identify opportunities for improvement and make recommendations based on observations.
Strong demonstration of alignment with Adler’s social justice mission and vision.
Strong critical thinking, problem-solving and visioning acumen.
Ability to proactively identify challenges and barriers to stated objectives and employ assistance in addressing these.
Strong collaboration acumen and abilities.
Demonstration of Emotional Intelligence and professional maturity.
Proficient and functional knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
Strong research acumen and abilities.
Strong communication acumen including written, oral, and listening.
Supervision (if applicable):
Manager, Talent Acquisition & Manager, People and Culture Operations Essential Duties & Responsibilities: EMPLOYEE LIFECYCLE: Oversee a holistic recruitment and hiring process that ensures a rich, diverse, and continuous pipeline of exceptional candidates for work at Adler. Prepare employees for assignments by establishing and conducting orientation and training programs. Administer performance evaluation program informed by best practices and ensuring equity, inclusion, and ladders of opportunity within the organization. Partner with the VP of Diversity & Inclusion to ensure equity across the entire employee lifecycle from recruitment, hiring and onboarding to evaluation, retention, and promotion. Administer a competitive benefits program and manage external stakeholders such as benefit vendors and investment brokers that supports our staff and faculty as whole human beings. Partner with the office of the President and Marketing & Communications to enact an internal communications plan that builds culture and keeps internal stakeholders informed and engaged on University business. Serve as a partner and advisor to managers within the organization to assist them in carrying out their responsibilities on personnel matters and managing toward excellence. Think creatively and enact a professional development program that helps our staff and faculty meet the demands of the modern higher education environment. PROCESS IMPROVEMENT & MANAGEMENT: Ensure timely and efficient execution, and continuous improvement of core HR functions such as employee relations, benefit programs, recruiting, employee orientation, training, mentorship, employee grievances and policy development and implementation. Reimagine HR policies and procedures to meet the needs of a social justice-oriented institution and implement trainings as necessary to support the vision and mission of the University. Build a strong working relationship with University Counsel and ensure legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable Human Resources federal and state requirements, conducting Title IX investigations, maintaining records, and representing the organization at hearings. Retain historical human resource records by designing a filing and retrieval system and keeping past and current records. Work Environment (Physical Demands):
The usual and customary methods of performing the job functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, and 10% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment. Universal Core Behaviors: Communication: Effectively expresses oneself in all oral and written communications. Exhibits good listening and comprehension skills. Keeps others informed, as well as responds, in a timely manner. Demonstrates match between words and actions. Responds with tact, diplomacy, respect and composure when dealing with others. Promotes the spirit and essence of the School’s Vision, Mission, Values and Key Strategies through both verbal and written communication. Teamwork and Collaboration: Cooperates with others toward the achievement of common goals. Seeks consensus and win-win solutions to problems and conflicts. Contributes actively and participates fully in team initiatives. Puts success of the team above own interests. Builds and maintains constructive work relationships. Responsive to Change: Supports changes in the work environment. Displays a proactive, problem-solving approach toward work. Committed to life-long learning by continuously increasing skills, knowledge and effectiveness. Actively seeks and initiates creative and innovative solutions. Exercises sound, accurate and informed independent judgment when needed. Quality-Driven and Accountable: Results-oriented and committed to quality through continuous process improvement. Eliminates ineffective activities and closes performance gaps. Anticipates and responds to customer needs. Monitors own performance, accepts responsibility for actions and actively seeks feedback. Meets deadlines and completes projects and activities in a professional, timely manner. Seeks opportunities to increase productivity and/or reduce costs while maintaining highest quality standards (fiscally responsible). Support of Vision, Mission, Values, Key Strategies: Supports and models the School’s Values of: social interest, compassion, justice, respect for the individual, honors diversity and difference, intellectual rigor, optimism and collaboration. Articulates the School’s Vision, Mission, and Key Strategies in a way to educate others. Demonstrates active commitment in advancing the School’s Vision, Mission, and Key Strategies. Exhibits personal integrity, honesty, zeal, and compassion. Aligns work processes to advance the School’s strategic plan and key strategies.
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Manager, Talent Acquisition & Manager, People and Culture Operations Essential Duties & Responsibilities: EMPLOYEE LIFECYCLE: Oversee a holistic recruitment and hiring process that ensures a rich, diverse, and continuous pipeline of exceptional candidates for work at Adler. Prepare employees for assignments by establishing and conducting orientation and training programs. Administer performance evaluation program informed by best practices and ensuring equity, inclusion, and ladders of opportunity within the organization. Partner with the VP of Diversity & Inclusion to ensure equity across the entire employee lifecycle from recruitment, hiring and onboarding to evaluation, retention, and promotion. Administer a competitive benefits program and manage external stakeholders such as benefit vendors and investment brokers that supports our staff and faculty as whole human beings. Partner with the office of the President and Marketing & Communications to enact an internal communications plan that builds culture and keeps internal stakeholders informed and engaged on University business. Serve as a partner and advisor to managers within the organization to assist them in carrying out their responsibilities on personnel matters and managing toward excellence. Think creatively and enact a professional development program that helps our staff and faculty meet the demands of the modern higher education environment. PROCESS IMPROVEMENT & MANAGEMENT: Ensure timely and efficient execution, and continuous improvement of core HR functions such as employee relations, benefit programs, recruiting, employee orientation, training, mentorship, employee grievances and policy development and implementation. Reimagine HR policies and procedures to meet the needs of a social justice-oriented institution and implement trainings as necessary to support the vision and mission of the University. Build a strong working relationship with University Counsel and ensure legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable Human Resources federal and state requirements, conducting Title IX investigations, maintaining records, and representing the organization at hearings. Retain historical human resource records by designing a filing and retrieval system and keeping past and current records. Work Environment (Physical Demands):
The usual and customary methods of performing the job functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, and 10% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment. Universal Core Behaviors: Communication: Effectively expresses oneself in all oral and written communications. Exhibits good listening and comprehension skills. Keeps others informed, as well as responds, in a timely manner. Demonstrates match between words and actions. Responds with tact, diplomacy, respect and composure when dealing with others. Promotes the spirit and essence of the School’s Vision, Mission, Values and Key Strategies through both verbal and written communication. Teamwork and Collaboration: Cooperates with others toward the achievement of common goals. Seeks consensus and win-win solutions to problems and conflicts. Contributes actively and participates fully in team initiatives. Puts success of the team above own interests. Builds and maintains constructive work relationships. Responsive to Change: Supports changes in the work environment. Displays a proactive, problem-solving approach toward work. Committed to life-long learning by continuously increasing skills, knowledge and effectiveness. Actively seeks and initiates creative and innovative solutions. Exercises sound, accurate and informed independent judgment when needed. Quality-Driven and Accountable: Results-oriented and committed to quality through continuous process improvement. Eliminates ineffective activities and closes performance gaps. Anticipates and responds to customer needs. Monitors own performance, accepts responsibility for actions and actively seeks feedback. Meets deadlines and completes projects and activities in a professional, timely manner. Seeks opportunities to increase productivity and/or reduce costs while maintaining highest quality standards (fiscally responsible). Support of Vision, Mission, Values, Key Strategies: Supports and models the School’s Values of: social interest, compassion, justice, respect for the individual, honors diversity and difference, intellectual rigor, optimism and collaboration. Articulates the School’s Vision, Mission, and Key Strategies in a way to educate others. Demonstrates active commitment in advancing the School’s Vision, Mission, and Key Strategies. Exhibits personal integrity, honesty, zeal, and compassion. Aligns work processes to advance the School’s strategic plan and key strategies.
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