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University of Illinois

Senior Director of Human Resources - College of Pharmacy

University of Illinois, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


Senior Director of Human Resources - College of Pharmacy

Hiring Department : Pharmacy College Administration

Location : Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID : 1027039

Posting Close Date : 9/21/2024

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university.

About College of Pharmacy

The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) College of Pharmacy seeks a Senior Director of Human Resources. The College of Pharmacy, with campuses in Chicago and Rockford, is the #1 college of pharmacy in the state of Illinois and the #15 college in the US ranked by US News & World Report.

Description:

Position SummaryThis position serves as the lead human resources officer for the college who assists in the identification, development and implementation of human resource strategic planning and annual goals, human capital management, and human resources policies and procedures. The Senior Director provides leadership and focus is the lead contact with the department HR associates and exercises independent judgment in the performance of designated responsibilities.

Duties & Responsibilities

Define, develop, shape and implement college policy and procedures including but not limited to human resource operations, human capital management, tenure maintenance, mentoring and counseling, mediation and negotiation, health and wellness, labor and employee relations, organizational and employee development, and performance management.

In consultation with the Associate Dean for Administrative Affairs, advise on human resource policy and procedures for the college and its units; provide oversight; monitor and guide the college units in maintaining compliance and HR responsibility.

Oversee/direct/train the college and department HR staff on the human resources principles, policies and strategies.

Work closely with the Associate Dean for Diversity & Inclusion to address diversity issues for faculty and staff recruitment and retention.

Collaborate with the Associate Dean for Administrative Affairs in providing oversight and control of appropriate faculty and staff compensation.

Establish metrics, analyze and leverage data and best practice insights in monitoring human resource across the College.

Work with the Executive Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and Strategic Initiatives and provide administrative support for faculty affairs matters.

Represent the college to University and System HR units and serve on key college and campus committees.

Provide professional expertise and remain current with developments in federal, state, local and university laws, regulations and policies in the HR field affecting higher education employment issues.

Plan, assign and review work of staff to ensure that group objectives are met.

Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree preferred.

A minimum of seven years high level administrative experience required, including experience as a human resource administrator preferably in higher education administration.

Demonstrated leadership in the area of human capital management; compliance; analytical thinking; creativity and strong decision-making skills are also required.

Demonstrable knowledge of human resource policies and procedures and systems required.

Excellent oral and written communication skills are also required.

Experience/training in mediation and negotiation, and project management required.

Salary range ($125,000 – $140,000) is competitive and commensurate with experience. Interested candidates must complete the university’s online application and should attach a cover letter and current resume. For fullest consideration, submit all required application materials by September 21, 2024.

Please note, applications may not be changed once submitted unless they are withdrawn and reapplied. Applications and all supporting documents should be uploaded before the posting close date.

The position is eligible for hybrid remote/onsite work as determined by the college and defined by University policy. Information on the University Telecommuting/Remote Work Policy is located at: https://today.uic.edu/telecommuting-remote-work-policy/.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates.

The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees.

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