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The University of Olivet, a liberal arts institution with a historical commitment to inclusion, diversity, and social justice, invites applications for the position of Director of Human Resources. The successful candidate will provide a full range of human resources services to the University and its employees.

The University of Olivet was founded in 1844 as an institution of higher education open to all regardless of race, gender, or ability to pay. The University’s faculty and staff continue its tradition of creating and sustaining a welcoming and inclusive educational environment for students and maintaining its commitment to social justice.

The University is one of the most diverse private liberal arts institutions in the state of Michigan and actively seeks diversity in its students, faculty, and staff. The undergraduate student body is a mix of urban and rural students from a range of socioeconomic backgrounds, many of whom are first-generation university attendees. The University’s faculty and staff are committed to providing personalized, individualized attention for students who commit themselves to seeking academic and personal success.

Consistent with this history, members of historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

PositionSummary

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer/Vice President of Administration, the Director of Human Resources is responsible for administering personnel policies, state and federal regulatory compliance, employee relations, talent acquisition, compensation and salary benchmarking, and the insurance and retirement benefit plans of the University. This is a full-time position with occasional overtime, as required.

Education and Experience

Required: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

At least five years of human resource management experience required.

Preferred: Master's degree

Professional HR certification or HR graduate program, a plus

Compensation

This is a full-time, 12-month, exempt position with a competitive wage and comprehensive benefits package; including generous paid holiday and leave time. Tuition programs available.

Application Process

Review of applications will begin immediately. Click this link to go to the Career Center, select this position title to review the position details. Then click on the “Apply” button to complete a profile and upload a cover letter, resume, and information for three references.

Responsibilities

• • Collaborates with senior leadership to implement the University’s goals and strategies related to personnel, recruiting, realignment, benefits and compensation.
  • Maintains knowledge of current trends, best practices, regulatory changes, in employment law and applies this knowledge to communicate and implement changes in policy, practice, and resources to senior leadership and University employees. Includes, but is not limited to ADA, FMLA, COBRA, FLSA, Worker’s Compensation, Unemployment, Diversity and Equity.
  • Administers and oversees position benchmarking, compensation studies and staffing patterns.
  • Collaborates with leadership on disciplinary matters; dispute resolution and grievance investigations.
  • Provides institutional data on employee demographics, turnover, recruitment data, including an annual human resources report and organizational chart.
  • Prepares Federal and State reports, including but not limited to CUPA salary study, IPEDS HR Survey, BLS report.
  • Develops and implements departmental budget and processes vendor payments for benefit programs.
  • Facilitates professional development, training, and certification activities for HR staff.
  • Coordinates annual employee evaluation process.
  • Oversees processes for collecting and maintaining the proper information for personnel and payroll files, utilizing current technologies and systems.
  • Oversees payroll processing and payroll system development.
  • Member of negotiating team representing the college in union contract negotiation (AFSME).
  • Oversees audit of 403(b) plan.
  • Files and monitors workers' compensation and unemployment claims.
  • Generates COBRA notices.
  • Maintains benefit enrollments and annual open enrollment processes in multiple vendor systems.
  • Engages in professional development through professional memberships, subscriptions, and continuing education.

Required Skills/Abilities

• • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
  • Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
  • Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
  • Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization's HRIS and talent management systems, as well as, multiple vendor systems.

Work Environment

• • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
  • Hazards: Mainly those present in a normal office setting; no known hazards.