Associate Director for Human Resources
Phase2 Technology, Austin, TX, United States
Job Title
Associate Director for Human Resources
Location UT MAIN CAMPUS
Hours & FLSA Status 40 hours per week, Exempt from FLSA
Start Date May 18, 2026
Summary As Associate Director for Human Resources, you will provide advanced HR support and leadership across multiple functional areas. You will manage employee relations, oversee recruitment, support student employment programs, and ensure compliance with organizational policies and employment laws.
Responsibilities
Facilitate and provide strategic oversight for all Human Resource functions, including recruiting, hiring, Workday assignments, compensation review, leave management, corrective action, staff recognition, staff training, and professional development.
Serve as primary resource for employee inquiries and concerns, ensuring timely and professional resolution.
Support initiatives to enhance employee engagement and workplace culture.
Oversee the union performance evaluation process and educate supervisors and staff on performance evaluation procedures.
Provide consultation to hiring managers on departmental recruiting, hiring, reclassifications, additional duties, merit distributions, training, development, and employee relations issues.
Advise unit supervisors on performance management strategies, recommend actions, and draft corrective action documents as needed. Liaise with University Human Resources, Department of Investigations and Adjudications, Dean of Students, Title IX Office, University Compliance Services, and Legal Services.
Maintain accurate and confidential documentation of employee relations cases.
Oversee student employment programs, ensuring compliance with institutional and legal requirements, and provide guidance on employment policies and procedures.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.
Five plus years of current, relevant and substantial experience in the administration of human resource functions.
Experience with employee relations, recruiting, performance management.
Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
Ability to communicate effectively across different levels of an organization.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in human resources or related field.
Experience with student employment at a higher education institution and knowledge of UT Austin policies and procedures.
Professional HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM‑CP, or SHRM‑SCP).
Demonstrated ability to lead process improvements and implement HR initiatives.
Proficiency in Workday.
Working knowledge of UT policies and procedures.
Ability to speak Spanish.
Benefits
Competitive health benefits.
Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options.
Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
Teacher Retirement System of Texas (defined benefit retirement plan).
Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax‑Sheltered Annuity (403(b)) and Deferred Compensation Program (457(b)).
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses.
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning and professional conference opportunities.
Tuition assistance.
Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets.
Free access to UT Austin libraries and museums.
Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses.
Working Conditions Typical office environment; manual dexterity; repetitive keyboard use.
Work Shift Monday through Friday, 8 am – 5 pm. Some flexibility may be required during peak periods.
Application Requirements Required materials: Resume/CV, three work references (including at least one supervisor), Letter of interest.
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Texas at Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complying with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Background Check A criminal history background check will be required for finalists under consideration for this position.
Employment Eligibility Verification Required documentation to verify employment eligibility will be collected on the first day of employment.
Pay Transparency Salary: $87,000 plus depending on qualifications.
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Location UT MAIN CAMPUS
Hours & FLSA Status 40 hours per week, Exempt from FLSA
Start Date May 18, 2026
Summary As Associate Director for Human Resources, you will provide advanced HR support and leadership across multiple functional areas. You will manage employee relations, oversee recruitment, support student employment programs, and ensure compliance with organizational policies and employment laws.
Responsibilities
Facilitate and provide strategic oversight for all Human Resource functions, including recruiting, hiring, Workday assignments, compensation review, leave management, corrective action, staff recognition, staff training, and professional development.
Serve as primary resource for employee inquiries and concerns, ensuring timely and professional resolution.
Support initiatives to enhance employee engagement and workplace culture.
Oversee the union performance evaluation process and educate supervisors and staff on performance evaluation procedures.
Provide consultation to hiring managers on departmental recruiting, hiring, reclassifications, additional duties, merit distributions, training, development, and employee relations issues.
Advise unit supervisors on performance management strategies, recommend actions, and draft corrective action documents as needed. Liaise with University Human Resources, Department of Investigations and Adjudications, Dean of Students, Title IX Office, University Compliance Services, and Legal Services.
Maintain accurate and confidential documentation of employee relations cases.
Oversee student employment programs, ensuring compliance with institutional and legal requirements, and provide guidance on employment policies and procedures.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.
Five plus years of current, relevant and substantial experience in the administration of human resource functions.
Experience with employee relations, recruiting, performance management.
Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
Ability to communicate effectively across different levels of an organization.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in human resources or related field.
Experience with student employment at a higher education institution and knowledge of UT Austin policies and procedures.
Professional HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM‑CP, or SHRM‑SCP).
Demonstrated ability to lead process improvements and implement HR initiatives.
Proficiency in Workday.
Working knowledge of UT policies and procedures.
Ability to speak Spanish.
Benefits
Competitive health benefits.
Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options.
Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
Teacher Retirement System of Texas (defined benefit retirement plan).
Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax‑Sheltered Annuity (403(b)) and Deferred Compensation Program (457(b)).
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses.
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning and professional conference opportunities.
Tuition assistance.
Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets.
Free access to UT Austin libraries and museums.
Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses.
Working Conditions Typical office environment; manual dexterity; repetitive keyboard use.
Work Shift Monday through Friday, 8 am – 5 pm. Some flexibility may be required during peak periods.
Application Requirements Required materials: Resume/CV, three work references (including at least one supervisor), Letter of interest.
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Texas at Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complying with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Background Check A criminal history background check will be required for finalists under consideration for this position.
Employment Eligibility Verification Required documentation to verify employment eligibility will be collected on the first day of employment.
Pay Transparency Salary: $87,000 plus depending on qualifications.
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