Executive Director of UDRI Human Resources
University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, United States
Executive Director of UDRI Human Resources
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Job No:
503426 Work Type:
Staff Full Time (1500 hours or greater) Location:
Dayton, OH Category:
Research Institute Staff Department:
UDRI Business Support - 250130 Pay Grade:
MA2 - Exempt Advertised:
March 25, 2026 Applications close:
Open until filled
Position Summary Join UDRI’s executive leadership team and play a critical role in shaping the institute’s talent strategy and organizational effectiveness. This is an opportunity to lead transformational HR initiatives, build a high‑performing and inclusive workforce, and drive a culture of excellence while supporting research that makes a real‑world impact.
Responsibilities
Senior leadership responsible for setting and executing UDRI’s talent strategy aligned with business objectives.
Providing leadership to the UDRI HR team and overseeing talent acquisition, workforce planning, employee relations, total rewards, compliance, leadership development, and culture.
Partnering with executive leadership to drive organizational effectiveness, manage risk, and build scalable HR infrastructure.
Conducting data analysis and developing engagement initiatives based on employee feedback.
Overseeing training and development programs to enhance employee growth and retention.
Collaborating with UD HR and UDRI Strategic Communications and Branding to maintain a compelling employer brand.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field.
10 years of progressive HR experience, including leadership across multiple HR disciplines.
Five years of experience leading and managing teams.
Expertise across HR functional areas, including knowledge of federal/state HR regulations and risk mitigation.
Strong knowledge of employment law, HR governance, and policy frameworks.
Experience with succession planning, performance systems, and leadership development.
Experience leading strategy, design, administration, and compliance of employer‑sponsored benefit programs.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
High integrity and commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
Experience working collaboratively across cross‑functional teams and building trusted partnerships.
Experience leading organizational change and culture initiatives.
HR certification such as SHRM‑SCP or SPHR.
Must be a U.S. person due to federal research contracts.
Valid driver’s license with a low‑risk driving record, insurable by the University.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Human Resources or related field.
Experience working in a multi‑state employer environment.
AA/EEO compliance credentials.
Experience working in a government contracting environment or with a cleared workforce.
Special Instructions to Applicants To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.
Closing Statement Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity in all of its forms, achieve fair outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. The University is committed to policies of affirmative action designed to increase the employment opportunities of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1973.
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Job No:
503426 Work Type:
Staff Full Time (1500 hours or greater) Location:
Dayton, OH Category:
Research Institute Staff Department:
UDRI Business Support - 250130 Pay Grade:
MA2 - Exempt Advertised:
March 25, 2026 Applications close:
Open until filled
Position Summary Join UDRI’s executive leadership team and play a critical role in shaping the institute’s talent strategy and organizational effectiveness. This is an opportunity to lead transformational HR initiatives, build a high‑performing and inclusive workforce, and drive a culture of excellence while supporting research that makes a real‑world impact.
Responsibilities
Senior leadership responsible for setting and executing UDRI’s talent strategy aligned with business objectives.
Providing leadership to the UDRI HR team and overseeing talent acquisition, workforce planning, employee relations, total rewards, compliance, leadership development, and culture.
Partnering with executive leadership to drive organizational effectiveness, manage risk, and build scalable HR infrastructure.
Conducting data analysis and developing engagement initiatives based on employee feedback.
Overseeing training and development programs to enhance employee growth and retention.
Collaborating with UD HR and UDRI Strategic Communications and Branding to maintain a compelling employer brand.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field.
10 years of progressive HR experience, including leadership across multiple HR disciplines.
Five years of experience leading and managing teams.
Expertise across HR functional areas, including knowledge of federal/state HR regulations and risk mitigation.
Strong knowledge of employment law, HR governance, and policy frameworks.
Experience with succession planning, performance systems, and leadership development.
Experience leading strategy, design, administration, and compliance of employer‑sponsored benefit programs.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
High integrity and commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
Experience working collaboratively across cross‑functional teams and building trusted partnerships.
Experience leading organizational change and culture initiatives.
HR certification such as SHRM‑SCP or SPHR.
Must be a U.S. person due to federal research contracts.
Valid driver’s license with a low‑risk driving record, insurable by the University.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Human Resources or related field.
Experience working in a multi‑state employer environment.
AA/EEO compliance credentials.
Experience working in a government contracting environment or with a cleared workforce.
Special Instructions to Applicants To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.
Closing Statement Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity in all of its forms, achieve fair outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. The University is committed to policies of affirmative action designed to increase the employment opportunities of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1973.
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