Vice President for Human Resources and Chief Human Resources Officer

George Mason University is seeking a visionary leader to serve as its Vice President for Human Resources and Chief Human Resources Officer. This critical role will oversee the development and implementation of comprehensive human resources programs that support the university's mission and goals. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of leading through change, providing strategic leadership, and focusing on resource optimization. They will be responsible for creating and implementing best practices, next practices, and innovative solutions to drive employee engagement, employee success, and a culture of excellence. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in senior HR leadership roles, demonstrated experience consulting and advising senior-level executives, and a strong commitment to and record of exemplary professional and personal integrity. They will be an exceptional communicator, collaborator, and leader who can build relationships, communicate ideas and plans effectively, and translate complex ideas for various audiences. The Vice President will serve as part of the George Mason University Executive Leadership Team and be accountable for the planning, development, and implementation of university-wide initiatives and strategies that support employee engagement, employee success, and a culture of excellence. This is a full-time position that will be performed on site in Virginia. Salary commensurate with experience with a generous benefits package.

Key Responsibilities:

* Develop and implement comprehensive human resources programs that support the university's mission and goals
* Lead through change and provide strategic leadership to drive employee engagement, employee success, and a culture of excellence
* Focus on resource optimization and create and implement best practices, next practices, and innovative solutions
* Collaborate with senior-level executives to consult and advise on broad functional areas of human resources
* Develop and manage the HR operating budget
* Ensure compliance and reporting requirements within a state system
* Foster a vibrant, diverse, and inclusive community

Requirements:

* Extensive experience in senior HR leadership roles
* Demonstrated experience consulting and advising senior-level executives
* Strong commitment to and record of exemplary professional and personal integrity
* Exceptional oral and written communication skills
* Ability to lead change in and across a large organization
* Visionary, innovative, and transparent approach to leadership
* Ability to think creatively, entrepreneurially, and innovatively
* Passion for creating opportunity and accessibility in education

George Mason University:

George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial public institution with national distinction in academics and research. As the largest and most diverse university in Virginia, George Mason has students and faculty from all 50 states and more than 135 countries studying in 200+ degree programs. Rooted in George Mason's diversity is a culture that is rewarding, exciting, and tied to meaningful work and opportunities to collaborate and create as a community. Each year, George Mason welcomes thousands of scholars, builders, authors, explorers, leaders, and inventors. They come to learn and grow; they leave ready to change the world. George Mason is committed to access and excellence, and it defines success by the number of opportunities provided to students, alumni, faculty, staff, and the community. The institution is proud that 35 percent of its graduates are the first members of their family to earn a four-year degree. It is the largest public research university in Virginia with three campuses in Virginia, one campus in Songdo, Korea, and learning locations across the Commonwealth. George Mason has grown to more than 40,000 students, more than 4,000 faculty and staff, and nearly 200,000 alumni. George Mason currently has more than 7,500 non-student employees and nearly 4,000 student employees. In 2016, the university moved into the highest research category (R1) as determined by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

Strategic Priorities:

George Mason's strategic direction is structured around five strategic priorities: deliver a distinctive and inclusive student experience that fosters lifelong engagement; expand the impact of George Mason's research, scholarship, and creative enterprise; expand partnerships for economic and social impact; exemplify a university culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion; and invest in faculty and staff success. Its location near Washington, D.C., fosters access to unique opportunities, resources, and audiences, as George Mason strives to be the best university for the world. With 10 schools and colleges devoted to a variety of areas of study, George Mason was the first university in the country to offer doctoral programs in conflict resolution, information technology, bioinformatics, and computational social science. As a place where 'innovation is tradition,' George Mason is setting the benchmark for a bold, transformative learning experience through an experiential and global education that serves the evolving needs of students and communities.

About the Role:

The Human Resources department at George Mason supports the university's mission through the development and implementation of policies, programs, and practices that attract, compensate, support, retain, and reward faculty and staff. HR provides services to the university, promoting best practices, forming strategic partnerships, fostering innovation, investing in infrastructure, establishing efficient systems, fostering engagement and pursuing continuous improvement. Reporting to the Executive Vice President for Finance and Administration, the VPHR will provide vital, responsive, and transparent services, support, and structure to the university community. The Vice President serves as part of the George Mason University Executive Leadership Team and is accountable for the planning, development, and implementation of university-wide initiatives and strategies that support employee engagement, employee success, and a culture of excellence. This position holds executive responsibility for the design, development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of comprehensive human resources programs for the university.

Key Areas of Leadership and Responsibility:

* Benefits
* Classification and compensation
* Employee Relations
* Performance management and employee engagement
* Talent acquisition
* Onboarding
* Organizational development, learning, and change management
* Clear communication of HR policies and initiatives
* HR metrics and KPIs to inform program, policy, and organizational changes
* HR information systems enhancements, technology innovations, and new ways of working
* HR operating budget
* Succession planning and internal development/promotion strategies
* Compliance and reporting accountability with all applicable state, federal, and university policies, laws, and regulations
* Transformation efforts to support the creation of new HR systems and practices in line with the increased autonomy granted through the Restructured Higher Education, Financial and Administrative Operations Act, Chapter 10 of Title 23.1 of the Code of Virginia (Tier 3).

What We Offer:

George Mason University offers a generous benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings, and paid time off. The university is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive community and offers a range of programs and resources to support employees in their personal and professional development.

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, please submit your application materials, including a cover letter and resume, to the search consultants at GeorgeMasonVPHR@storbecksearch.com. For full consideration, applicants must apply for job number 10001608 at www.jobs.gmu.edu.

Posting Open Date:

August 23, 2024

For Full Consideration, Apply by:

November 4, 2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

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