Executive Director of Human Resources
GBC, Elko, NV, United States
Executive Director Of Human Resources
Great Basin College invites applications for the position of Executive Director of Human Resources. This senior leadership role serves as the College's chief human resources officer and principal advisor to the President and executive leadership team on all matters related to human capital, employee relations, organizational effectiveness, and workforce compliance. Located in rural Nevada, Great Basin College seeks a strategic yet highly practical HR leader who is comfortable balancing executive-level advising with hands-on operational involvement. The Executive Director will lead a small HR team and play a critical role in sustaining a responsive, compliant, and service-oriented HR function that supports a geographically dispersed workforce. This position is located on the Elko campus, with occasional travel required to other Great Basin College centers with or without reasonable accommodations as per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Broad, working knowledge of human resources practices across multiple functional areas. Strong understanding of employment law, compliance obligations, and risk management. Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment and manage sensitive, high-risk matters. Proven leadership experience, including supervision and team development. Ability to operate effectively in a lean, resource-constrained environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree. Experience in a higher education environment. SPHR and/or SHRM-SCP certification. Familiarity with Workday or comparable HRIS platforms. Responsibilities: Executive Leadership and Advising: Serve as the College's senior HR executive and trusted advisor to the President and executive leadership team. Participate in institutional planning and decision-making as a member of the leadership team. Provide guidance on workforce strategy, succession planning, organizational design, and employee engagement. Human Resources Operations: Direct and oversee daily HR operations to ensure timely, consistent, and high-quality service delivery. Establish and monitor workflows appropriate for a lean HR department serving a geographically dispersed workforce. Employee Relations and Risk Management: Provide oversight of employee relations matters, including performance management, corrective action, investigations, and conflict resolution. Advise supervisors and leadership on policy interpretation, disciplinary processes, and due process considerations. Coordinate with legal counsel, system partners, and regulatory agencies as required. Compliance and Policy Administration: Ensure institutional compliance with applicable federal and state employment laws and regulations, including but not limited to Title VII, ADA, FLSA, and FMLA. Oversee development, implementation, and consistent application of HR policies and procedures. Maintain audit readiness through accurate documentation, records management, and reporting practices. Workforce Administration and HR Systems: Oversee recruitment, onboarding, classification, compensation, benefits, and leave administration processes. Provide oversight of HRIS functionality, data integrity, and reporting. Utilize workforce data to support institutional planning and continuous improvement. Supervision: Directly supervise HR staff. Foster a culture of professionalism, accountability, and service. Compensation Grade: Administrative Faculty D This is a 12 month "A" contract position, 12 month contracts are used for year round programs. The budgeted salary range for this position is $105,000 - $115,000 Salary is based on relatable education and experience, internal equity and budgets. Remarkable Retirement: Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 19.25% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! Perks of Working at Great Basin College: Health insurance options including medical, dental and vision 12 paid holidays Life insurance, long-term disability Generous annual and sick leave with 24 annual leave days, a beginning balance of 30 sick leave days. ComPsych supports employees through life's difficult moments. No state income tax! Free Parking Grants-in-aid for Faculty Employees Great Basin College is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee's spouse or domestic partner. Required Attachment(s): Resume/CV List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented. Cover Letter Three Supervisory References Please make a note if you do not want your present employer contacted unless necessary to determine your qualifications for the position. Transcripts Background Check Open Until Filled: This posting will be posted for a minimum of 30 days from 3/4/2026 or until filled. Applications may be reviewed upon receipt. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received, or a hiring decision has been made. Posting Close Date: Note to Applicant: A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks. All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements. Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs. HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. NSHE is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). About Great Basin College: Located in the high desert of rural Nevada, Great Basin College is a Carnegie classified baccalaureate and associates degree granting institution embracing a comprehensive hybrid mission to deliver a full four-year liberal arts and sciences, community college and applied technical learning curricula. With its main campus in Elko, a beautiful site with residential housing and state-of-the-art learning technologies, GBC serves the largest geographic area of Nevada's colleges. Great Basin College serves the citizens residing in ten of Nevada's most rural counties, covering 86,514 square miles and bordering five states. This service area includes centers in Battle Mountain, Ely, Pahrump and Winnemucca. Additionally, satellite locations can be found in twenty other frontier communities. Our vast geography is known for its spectacular mountain ranges and picturesque valleys, providing a myriad of outdoor recreational opportunities. In addition, Elko is home to several well-known western museums and the world renown, National Cowboy Poetry Gathering, begun 35 years ago to honor and share the traditions of Western storytelling, nurturing the expressive culture of the American West. GBC provides a "private college" experience with public college affordable access to postsecondary education in an environment that embraces and respects all cultures. It stands among the most innovative colleges in America, integrating many disciplines into single courses and programs, helping students to develop critical thinking and self-directed learning skills. Graduates of Great Basin College are fully prepared to enter their chosen careers with the knowledge and confidence to succeed in the global marketplace. For more information visit GBC or the Area website.
Great Basin College invites applications for the position of Executive Director of Human Resources. This senior leadership role serves as the College's chief human resources officer and principal advisor to the President and executive leadership team on all matters related to human capital, employee relations, organizational effectiveness, and workforce compliance. Located in rural Nevada, Great Basin College seeks a strategic yet highly practical HR leader who is comfortable balancing executive-level advising with hands-on operational involvement. The Executive Director will lead a small HR team and play a critical role in sustaining a responsive, compliant, and service-oriented HR function that supports a geographically dispersed workforce. This position is located on the Elko campus, with occasional travel required to other Great Basin College centers with or without reasonable accommodations as per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Broad, working knowledge of human resources practices across multiple functional areas. Strong understanding of employment law, compliance obligations, and risk management. Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment and manage sensitive, high-risk matters. Proven leadership experience, including supervision and team development. Ability to operate effectively in a lean, resource-constrained environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree. Experience in a higher education environment. SPHR and/or SHRM-SCP certification. Familiarity with Workday or comparable HRIS platforms. Responsibilities: Executive Leadership and Advising: Serve as the College's senior HR executive and trusted advisor to the President and executive leadership team. Participate in institutional planning and decision-making as a member of the leadership team. Provide guidance on workforce strategy, succession planning, organizational design, and employee engagement. Human Resources Operations: Direct and oversee daily HR operations to ensure timely, consistent, and high-quality service delivery. Establish and monitor workflows appropriate for a lean HR department serving a geographically dispersed workforce. Employee Relations and Risk Management: Provide oversight of employee relations matters, including performance management, corrective action, investigations, and conflict resolution. Advise supervisors and leadership on policy interpretation, disciplinary processes, and due process considerations. Coordinate with legal counsel, system partners, and regulatory agencies as required. Compliance and Policy Administration: Ensure institutional compliance with applicable federal and state employment laws and regulations, including but not limited to Title VII, ADA, FLSA, and FMLA. Oversee development, implementation, and consistent application of HR policies and procedures. Maintain audit readiness through accurate documentation, records management, and reporting practices. Workforce Administration and HR Systems: Oversee recruitment, onboarding, classification, compensation, benefits, and leave administration processes. Provide oversight of HRIS functionality, data integrity, and reporting. Utilize workforce data to support institutional planning and continuous improvement. Supervision: Directly supervise HR staff. Foster a culture of professionalism, accountability, and service. Compensation Grade: Administrative Faculty D This is a 12 month "A" contract position, 12 month contracts are used for year round programs. The budgeted salary range for this position is $105,000 - $115,000 Salary is based on relatable education and experience, internal equity and budgets. Remarkable Retirement: Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 19.25% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! Perks of Working at Great Basin College: Health insurance options including medical, dental and vision 12 paid holidays Life insurance, long-term disability Generous annual and sick leave with 24 annual leave days, a beginning balance of 30 sick leave days. ComPsych supports employees through life's difficult moments. No state income tax! Free Parking Grants-in-aid for Faculty Employees Great Basin College is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee's spouse or domestic partner. Required Attachment(s): Resume/CV List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented. Cover Letter Three Supervisory References Please make a note if you do not want your present employer contacted unless necessary to determine your qualifications for the position. Transcripts Background Check Open Until Filled: This posting will be posted for a minimum of 30 days from 3/4/2026 or until filled. Applications may be reviewed upon receipt. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received, or a hiring decision has been made. Posting Close Date: Note to Applicant: A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks. All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements. Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs. HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. NSHE is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). About Great Basin College: Located in the high desert of rural Nevada, Great Basin College is a Carnegie classified baccalaureate and associates degree granting institution embracing a comprehensive hybrid mission to deliver a full four-year liberal arts and sciences, community college and applied technical learning curricula. With its main campus in Elko, a beautiful site with residential housing and state-of-the-art learning technologies, GBC serves the largest geographic area of Nevada's colleges. Great Basin College serves the citizens residing in ten of Nevada's most rural counties, covering 86,514 square miles and bordering five states. This service area includes centers in Battle Mountain, Ely, Pahrump and Winnemucca. Additionally, satellite locations can be found in twenty other frontier communities. Our vast geography is known for its spectacular mountain ranges and picturesque valleys, providing a myriad of outdoor recreational opportunities. In addition, Elko is home to several well-known western museums and the world renown, National Cowboy Poetry Gathering, begun 35 years ago to honor and share the traditions of Western storytelling, nurturing the expressive culture of the American West. GBC provides a "private college" experience with public college affordable access to postsecondary education in an environment that embraces and respects all cultures. It stands among the most innovative colleges in America, integrating many disciplines into single courses and programs, helping students to develop critical thinking and self-directed learning skills. Graduates of Great Basin College are fully prepared to enter their chosen careers with the knowledge and confidence to succeed in the global marketplace. For more information visit GBC or the Area website.