Director, Human Resources

The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives. 

JOB TITLE:   

Director, Human Resources

JOB PURPOSE:   

Assist the Associate Vice President of Human Resources (HR) in the daily administration of HR units, management team, services, and strategic operations as directed or assigned. This position will work closely with the HR management team and provide professional leadership and development to each unit within the University's HR structure (Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Employee Relations, Classification and Compensation, Records, Benefits & Wellbeing, Inclusivity, etc.). Additionally, this position will oversee maintaining of compliance with programs, employment laws, benefit administration, personnel policy/procedure development, and selection, on/offboarding, training, and evaluation of staff and will serve in an advisory and consultative capacity to UW administrators, faculty, and staff in the interpretation and application of HR related laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Develop, interpret, and recommend program goals and objectives, practices, procedures, and courses of action for designated HR functions.
• Provide direction, counsel, and decisions for the Human Resources staff to ensure the use of best practices and process improvement in their respective function.
• Identify opportunities and needs; develop and execute solutions.
• Oversee employee relations unit and respond to employee relations issues by interpreting policies and procedures for employees, ensuring compliant investigations, identify corrective actions needed following complaints.
• Collaborate with staff and constituents to respond to complex and escalated requests and issues.
• Monitor and ensure organization compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations; review and recommend policy and practice modifications, as needed, to ensure and maintain compliance.
• Complete timely and accurate filing of all personnel-related reports required by local, state, and federal agencies. Will be required to build and manage complex reports and tracking. documents to translate data into meaningful metrics, KPI to aid in decisions and determinations.
• Work closely with all segments of the campus community and develop collaborative relationships, both internally and externally, to effectively deliver HR services.
• Serve on University committees and advisory groups as needed.
• Remain up to date on HR and labor-related trends, laws, and best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES:  

• Collaboration - Builds constructive working relationships with clients/customers. 
• Negotiation - Effectively exploring alternatives and positions to reach outcomes that gain all parties' support and acceptance.
• Problem Solving - Identifies the elements of a problem situation and understands which components are most critical; acts as a pragmatic and creative problem solver while complying with relevant laws and regulations.
• Integrity - Maintaining and promoting social, ethical, and organizational norms in conducting internal and external business activities.
• Influence - Uses influencing strategies to gain genuine agreements; seeks to persuade rather than force solutions or impose decisions or regulations.
• Innovation - Uses creativity and imagination to develop new insights into situations and applies new solutions to problems. Comes up with new and unique ideas. Generates and/or recognizes imaginative or creative solutions in work-related situations.
• Judgement - Committing to an action after developing alternative courses of action that are based on logical assumptions and factual information and that take into consideration resources, constraints, and organizational values.
• Strategic Planning - Establishing a course of action to accomplish a long-range goal or vision; allocating resources - human, material, financial; defining intermediate goals and contingencies.
• Communication - Builds productive relationships and communicates proactively at all levels. Keeps key stakeholders informed regularly to ensure optimal implementation of policies and procedures.

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: 

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate to be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

Bachelor's degree

5+ years of progressively responsible HR experience or related experience required.

Other requirements:  Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) that is compliant with the University Official Vehicle Policy found at: https://www.uwyo.edu/risk/_files/docs/offical-vehicle-policy.pdf

Incomplete applications may not be considered.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

Master's in related field or Juris Doctorate preferred.

A nationally recognized human resource-related certification such as PHR (Professional in Human Resources), SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources), SHRM-CP (Society for Human Resource Management-Certified Professional), or SHRM-SCP (SHRM Senior Certified Professional) is preferred.

Leadership experience in Human Resources.

Functional or leadership with federal and state regulatory compliance including worker's compensation, unemployment, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, FLSA, Affordable Care Act, and Title IX that includes a comprehensive knowledge of HR policies, procedures, laws and trends.

Demonstrated project management and/or change management expertise.

Excellent communication skills.

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: 

1. Cover letter addressed to Bob Link describing your interest and specific qualifications for this position
2. Resume or C.V.
3. Contact information for 4 work-related references that will be contacted for search finalists.

Please submit a complete application prior to 03/17/2024.  Complete applications received by the deadline will receive priority consideration.

HIRING STATEMENT:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities. 

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/