Director of Harvard College Human Resources

Director of Harvard College Human Resources
Faculty of Arts and Sciences

65348BR

Position Description

Reporting to the Dean for Administration and Finance for Harvard College and the Associate Dean for FAS Human Resources, and serving as a member of the leadership team, the Director of Harvard College Human Resources manages a Sr. HR Consultant, the Manager for Staffing and Training, and an HR Coordinator. Together, they provide strategic and comprehensive HR services on complex employee relations matters, organizational design and development, change management, talent acquisition, compensation, learning and development, and diversity initiatives for College staff, including administrative, residential, and student employees.

Leadership and Strategy:

Collaborates with FAS HR Consulting to ensure consistent application of policy, process and best practices
Designs and implements a partnership model for the delivery of the full range of HR services across the College.
Leverages the use of data and HR Analytics to inform business solutions
Facilitates long-term initiatives aligned with the Harvard Human Resources strategic priorities. Collaborates and provides input for succession planning, organizational development and other strategic initiatives including change management.
Addresses the need for policy appeals and/or resources for investigations, as needed
Proactively develops, implements, and supports human resources related strategies and guidelines in relation to the organization's mission, objectives, and operational needs.
Builds and maintains effective relationships with department heads / staff to understand needs and provide strategic human resources support.
Compensation decisions, performance goals and reviews are coordinated between the Associate Dean for HR and the Dean, Administration and Finance.
The College HR team follows University policies and generally adhere to FAS HR practices whenever possible and appropriate.

Staff Management:

Assures that performance expectations are clear and consistent.
Partners with the FAS HR team on talent management and career development, ensuring staff has necessary tools, including training opportunities, to succeed.
Manages a Manager of Staffing and Training, Senior HR Consultant, and HR Coordinator; collaborates with a Talent Acquisition Consultant under FAS HR that supports the College.
Client Relations:

Gathers, assesses, and responds to feedback on HR services, making adjustments as needed.
Develops, promotes and implements feedback mechanisms for employees and managers to ensure appropriate HR services and processes are offered within the College
In partnership with Sr HR Consultant, crafts communications to advance FAS HR programs and agenda
Supports FAS HR team in communicating HR's vision, mission, and initiatives
Delivery of services:

Serves as an internal expert and provides guidance with state and federal employment and labor laws, and University workforce policies in partnership with FAS HR Sr. HR Consultant
Completes all Classification review forms for the college and coordinates with FAS HR Sr. Consultant to ensure documents are ready for classification review analyst and committee.
Ensures that a strong leadership, development, inclusive and coaching culture permeates the client organizations
Owns, updates, and maintains local HRIS for proctors, tutors, house aides (HORATIO)
Stakeholder relations:

In partnership with FAS Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (ODEIB), the Directors for both DEIB and Talent Acquisition and Development within the FAS, champions the attraction, development, and retention of a diverse, talented, and engaged workforce
Works with FAS HR Sr. Consultant to liaise with the Offices of Labor and Employee Relations (OLER) and General Counsel (OGC) on matters related to the HUCTW contract and employment law
Attends to the promotion of a positive work culture; helps to drive culture change through Spirit events, manager coaching, and other approaches
Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

Master's degree or equivalent work experience required
Minimum of 10 years' relevant HR experience
Supervisory experience

Additional Qualifications and Skills

Proven ability to work effectively across a complex organization, and a collaborative and consultative interpersonal work style
Experience in Higher Education and with diverse employee types, including academic appointments and various non-typical service providers (advisors, student employees, etc.)
Proficiency in key functional areas of HR: Employee Relations, Organizational Development, DEIB, Labor Relations, Staffing, HR Project Management, Compensation and HR Analytics
Demonstrated working knowledge of policy development; strong understanding of local, state and federal labor and employment law including the MEPA, NLRA, FLSA, FMLA, MAPFML, ADA needed
Proven expertise in change management
Well-developed skills in motivating and managing teams

Physical Requirements

Occasional carrying, lifting, or moving for events or meetings

Working Conditions

This hybrid position requires three days per week on-campus in Cambridge, MA.
The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.

Additional Information

Applicants are highly encouraged to submit a cover letter at time of application. In order to advance to an initial interview, a cover letter is required.
All formal offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.
We are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship for this position.

About Us

Harvard College is a close-knit undergraduate community within Harvard University. With world-class faculty, groundbreaking research opportunities, and a commitment to a diverse environment of bright, talented students, Harvard is more than just a place to get an education—it's where students come to be transformed.

The College enrolls over 7000 students and oversees their academic, residential, and co-curricular experiences. The College is comprised of six major administrative units including the Office of the Dean, the Office of Undergraduate Education, the Dean of Students Office, the Office of Student Services, the Center for Public Service and Engaged Scholarship, and the Office for the Arts.

Benefits

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Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.

Job FunctionHuman Resources
Department Office Location

USA - MA - Cambridge

Job CodeH0460M HR Generalist Management VI
Work Format

Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)

Sub-UnitCollege
Salary Grade

060

DepartmentHarvard College, Office of the Dean
Union

00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

Time StatusFull-time
Pre-Employment Screening

Credit, Criminal, Education, Identity