Human Resources Director

Human Resources Director

University School of Nashville - Nashville, TN 37212

Overview

Level: Experienced

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Category: Human Resources

Description

University School of Nashville Human Resources Director Reports to: Chief Financial Officer Purpose: To administer the day-to-day HR operations in alignment with USN's mission and with a focus on best practices, continuous improvement, and making USN a great place to work Responsibilities

Oversee the Human Resources Management System using USN's current vendor, including all aspects of the employee life cycle from prospective employee through exit process

Develop recruitment strategies, showcase USN as an employer of choice, support hiring managers, oversee creation of appropriate hiring documents, maintain interviewing guidelines, provide needed training to hiring committees, and ensure successful employee orientation and onboarding

Manage and optimize payroll and benefits programs and administration, including payroll, time and attendance, wellness initiatives, leave requests, vendor management, compliance, and employee communication, among others

Serve as lead for coordination, communication, and administration of Benefits Open Enrollment and for new employee onboarding

Provide support and development on interviewing skills, employee coaching, performance management, training and development resources, and other employee-related topics

Train and support supervisors in documentation and follow-up that may be required in situations involving and investigation and/or a Performance Improvement Plan

Lead efforts associated with important employment related policies and practices including those related to diversity, equity and inclusion and standards of employee conduct and maintenance of the employee handbook

Build ongoing employee communication including maintenance of the HR Resource portal on the USN's website

Address employee relations issues sensitively, fairly, and clearly; manage employee separation processes as required

Ensure compliance with federal and state statutes/laws such as FMLA and ADA, providing direct support to the employee and guidance to the supervisor for individual circumstances

Coach and train other employees who support the human resources function

Establish an open, trusting, and welcoming presence with employees and be available to answer questions and help with problem-solving on any issues or concern

Perform other duties as determined by the Chief Financial Officer and, in some cases, the Director

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor's degree required; graduate degree preferred

Five years of relevant experience including 3+ years of human resources experience required; preference will be given to those with education and/or non profit experience, as well as those with experience working in inclusive communities

Professional certification through HRCI or SHRM, required

Demonstrated human resources knowledge and experience, with increasing responsibilities over time

Experience working with data and analytics to inform human resources strategies

Skills and Abilities

Project management, problem-solving, and people management skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Possess a track record of personal productivity and impact, and prioritize effectively for maximum impact

Possess strong interpersonal skills conducive to working with a collaborative team and instrumental in establishing and sustaining effective working relationships

Possess mathematical and system management skills needed for the effective operation of the Human Resources Management System, as well as to support payroll and decision-making

Be flexible with time and availability, as needed

Eager involvement in school life beyond daily responsibilities

Act with integrity and honor confidentiality