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Executive Director, People and Culture

2 months ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States The University of Chicago Full time
About the Role

The University of Chicago seeks a seasoned Executive Director to lead the People and Culture team in Alumni Relations and Development. This strategic role will drive organizational development, human resources operations, and talent management initiatives to support the team's mission and goals.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance employee engagement, retention, and development.
  • Lead the human resources, talent management, and learning and development teams to provide exceptional service to internal and external clients.
  • Design and implement programs to engage and retain employees, including development pathways and performance management processes.
  • Foster a positive and inclusive work environment that promotes employee satisfaction and retention.
  • Lead all activities related to human resources policies, programs, and practices for ARD in compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
  • Develop and support learning and development initiatives for ARD staff in areas of highest priority.
  • Develop, refine, and implement recruitment and hiring procedures to support managers in all phases of the hiring process.
  • Administer the ARD compensation program with an eye to competitive market position.
  • Counsel managers and staff in progressive discipline procedures and advise on the resolution of employee relations issues.
  • Interpret and respond to questions and help employees access the full complement of University benefits and employee services available to them.
  • Ensure UChicago's human resource information systems (HRIS) platform (Workday) is accurate at all times.
Requirements
  • Minimum 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.
  • Knowledge and skills developed through experience in nonprofit management, fundraising, and/or higher education, or customer service.
  • A minimum of ten years of professional work experience in nonprofit management, fundraising, and/or higher education, or customer service.
  • A minimum of six years of project management experience.
  • A minimum of four years of management experience, including staff.
  • A minimum of two years of experience developing and monitoring budgets.
  • Understanding of philanthropy, higher education, and fundraising programs.
  • Demonstrated skill and knowledge of, or ability to learn quickly, the internal workings of the University as well as the technology tools available to the Office of Alumni Relations and Development.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's or advanced degree.
  • Strong leadership skills, including negotiation, conflict management skills, and influencing skills.
  • Outstanding interpersonal and communications skills characterized by the ability to listen, speak, and write effectively.
  • Comprehensive understanding of organizational development and human resources operations.
  • Manage confidential information with discretion and tact.
  • Act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
  • Work collegially and collaboratively in a team setting.
  • Strong decision making and time management skills with the ability to successfully prioritize and handle multiple tasks.
What We Offer

The University of Chicago offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.