Executive Director - Houston, United States - Tarrant County College
Description
Job Summary
Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer, the Executive Director - HR Operations is responsible for supporting other administrators and department heads, helping them determine how to accomplish their objectives and providing a supportive foundation for organizational success.
This leadership position is also responsible for developing, interpreting, and recommending policies, procedures, and course of action for personnel issues according to established policies, guidelines, and sound administrative practices.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Performance Requirements*In partnership with the CHRO , implements human resources strategies to improve operational efficiencies, meet organizational goals, and implement best practices
Identifies the need for changes in policies, procedures, and processes and takes the initiative to implement within assigned area of responsibility, informs others as needed
Provides human resources consultations to leaders and employees utilizing a sound knowledge base of human resources theory, research, and practice
Interprets Tarrant County College District ( TCCD ) policies and procedures for internal and external customers
Guides internal and external customers regarding assigned functions based on local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and internal policies and procedures
Maintains knowledge of industry trends and employment legislation and ensures organization's compliance
Communicates changes in the organization's personnel policies and procedures and ensures that proper compliance is followed
Consults with legal counsel as appropriate on personnel matters, especially legal proceedings, EEOC claims, and internal administrative hearings
Provides oversight of assigned human resources functions
Recommends, evaluates and participates in staff development for the organization
General Supervision and Management
Responsible for personnel management, evaluation, and development of assigned administrative and professional-level direct reports across multiple functions
Service Excellence
Participates on behalf of the College in external community organizations and associations as assigned to support the essential performance requirements
Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually, and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite
Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through Tarrant County College ( TCC )
Supports the mission, values, goals, and principles of the College
Supervision
Works under the general supervision of the Chief Human Resources Officer
*Performs Other Related Tasks as Required
The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.
The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Required Minimum QualificationsMaster's degree in business, management, human resources, or a related discipline
Ten (10) years' working experience related to the Essential Performance Requirements
Five (5) years' working experience supervising human resources teams (e.g., managing, evaluating the performance of others)
Preferred Qualifications
Progressive leadership experience working in human resources in the higher education environment
Knowledge of Texas employment laws and regulations, especially those related to institutions of higher education.
Experience in employee relations-related coaching and counseling of supervisory personnel
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of current federal, state and local laws related to the assigned functional areas
Skilled in excellent customer service and interpersonal skills with diverse populations
Skilled using computerized applications and enterprise systems, including word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software
Skilled holding assigned personnel accountable for performance, conduct and attendance goals
Skilled in policy and procedure interpretation, development, implementation, and training
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment and a setting that is diverse and urban
Ability to think critically to effectively solve and communicate problems in a fast-paced environment where the demands for work are varied, and unpredictable in scope and volume
Ability to analyze data and provide sound recommendations based on policy, procedure, practice, and existing regulations
Ability to delegate work appropriately to meet departmental deliverables
Ability to focus on tasks and handle frequent interruptions and changes in priorities
Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral formats
Ability to organize, analyze and prioritize work of self and direct reports
Ability to exercise practical judgment, sensitivity, creativity to changing needs and situations
Ability to effectively present complex information to diverse groups and individuals
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representatives of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.#J-18808-Ljbffr