Associate Athletic Director, People And Culture

11/17/2023

Yes

1128056

Associate Athletic Director, People and Culture

Human Resources

$88,000

$110,000

Not a Union Position

Not an SEIU Position

Exempt

Regular Full Time

12

40

M-F 8:00AM-5:00PM and occasional nights or weekends as needed

Alumni Gym, Hanover NH

Onsite only

No

NA

No

The Associate Athletic Director, People and Culture initiates and implements strategic HR solutions in accordance with and in support of central Dartmouth and Athletics business needs. This position serves as the primary point of contact for strategy implementation, organizational design, and employee relations for Athletics and Recreation at Dartmouth. Broad areas of responsibility include employee relations and engagement, staff recruiting/hiring plans and execution, employee performance management and annual review processes, employee recognition and promotions, department/staff reorganizations and HR data management.

The Associate Athletic Director, People and Culture, is a member of the Dartmouth HR community and serves as the primary point of contact for strategy implementation, organizational design, and employee relations for Athletics and Recreation at Dartmouth.

Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

· Six or more years of human resources management experience (e.g., performing at a human resources generalist level or above)· Contemporary knowledge of human resources policies, practices, and laws· Ability to interact with others at all levels of the organization using tact and diplomacy· Initiative, sound judgment and ability to set priorities· Ability to work independently and as part of a high-performing team· Strong organizational skills and attention to detail· Excellent verbal and written communication skills· Demonstrated commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness· Demonstrated ability managing highly confidential and sensitive information

· HR certification preferred (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR or SPHR)· Familiarity with higher education or academic human resources policies and practices· Experience supporting an Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreation organization· Familiarity with NCAA required HR practices

Joan Lyford

Joan.C.Lyford@dartmouth.edu

Cheryl Guerin, Associate Vice President

603.646.2341

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Not an essential function

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

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General Human Resources· Serves as strategic partner to Athletics and Recreation leadership, identifying HR trends that will help achieve business goals and objectives.· Provides guidance and interpretation of human resource policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Dartmouth, federal and state employment laws.· Works closely with the divisional and central leadership to ensure a consistent and shared understanding and interpretation of human resources policies for Athletics and Recreation.· Manages Athletics and Recreation annual staff performance review process, overseeing the process for engagement and compliance, and providing guidance and coaching to supervisors and staff.· Provides oversight and direction for all Dartmouth Online Recruitment and Reporting (DORR) and Payroll Authorization Smart Form (PASF) staff actions.· Serves as primary liaison between the Office of Human Resources and Athletics and Recreation.· Works in collaboration with the Dartmouth Office of Visa and Immigration Services (OVIS) and the hiring departments for staff immigration matters, including new non-domestic staff hires, visa-extension requests, etc.· Develops, prepares, generates, and analyzes ongoing and ad-hoc special reports pertaining to personnel information and data in support of Athletics and Recreation operations.· Serves as a champion for diversity, equity and inclusion efforts for staff employees and related employee programs across Athletics and Recreation, and Dartmouth, more broadly.

40

Recruitment and Onboarding· Provides oversight, processing, and counsel to Athletics and Recreation hiring managers/departments throughout the entire recruitment cycle for all exempt and non-exempt staff.· Partners with Athletics and Recreation leadership to provide guidance on industry specific recruiting experiences and best practices, and participates on staff and leadership search committees, as requested.· Leads efforts across Athletics and Recreation to provide a robust, consistent, NCAA and Ivy League compliant on-boarding (and off-boarding) process for staff and key leadership hires.

20

Employee and Labor Relations· Guides Athletics and Recreation communities on the fair, consistent, and respectful treatment of all employees. Provides coaching and support to managers and employees in support of performance management and performance improvement activities.· Engages with the HR leadership and the Office of General Counsel on legal and sensitive matters.· Provides coaching and support to managers as needed to develop and implement performance improvement plans and other disciplinary action.· Serves as sounding board and consultant to managers, helping them develop into stronger leaders and supervisors.

20

Staff Development· Ensures professional development opportunities are curated or shared with Athletics and Recreation staff, to create a vibrant environment where continuous improvement is encouraged.· Assesses and advises supervisors, managers and employees on position reclassification and equity reviews and area/department reorganization processes.· Fosters respectful communication and collaboration within a diverse community.

10

Communication· Serves as the primary point of contact to a wide range of internal and external constituencies regarding Human Resources; serves as a reference on Athletics and Recreation policies and procedures.· Regularly handles confidential or sensitive information, and exercises discretion concerning its disposition.

10

Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

Performs other duties as assigned.