Director of Human Resources

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports To: Vice President, Finance and Administration / CFO

FTE: 1.0

Department: Human Resources

Effective Date: November 2025

POSITION SUMMARY

The University invites applications for the position of Director of Human Resources, a senior leadership role responsible for proactively and strategically managing all human resources functions. The Director serves as a trusted advisor to managers and senior leadership on complex and sensitive personnel matters, change management, and best practices.

This role oversees the development, implementation, and enforcement of human resources policies and practices to ensure compliance with applicable federal and state employment laws and regulations, including FLSA, Title IX, ADA, FMLA, HIPAA, ERISA, and pay equity laws. The Director of Human Resources brings creativity, collaboration, and a passion for relationship-building, working closely with the campus community to strengthen organizational culture and effectiveness.

The position provides strategic oversight of employee benefits, recruitment and retention efforts, employee relations, and HR systems, while fostering an inclusive, engaged, and compliant workplace.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Departmental Leadership

• Collaborates with the CFO and internal and external stakeholders to develop strategic departmental goals, objectives, and systems.

• Evaluates, analyzes, and recommends changes to department systems as indicated by process improvement efforts or changes in laws, policies, or procedures.

• Develops and administers institutional Human Resources policies and practices.

• Manages the Human Resources departmental budget.

• Oversees maintenance and accuracy of employee personnel records.

• Oversees employee benefits administration and serves as liaison with benefit representatives.

• Serves on the University Retirement Advisory Committee and completes Form 5500.

• Partners with Payroll Manager to ensure timely and accurate payroll and benefits reconciliation.

• Advises on HRIS design, implementation, maintenance, reporting, and auditing.

• Provides leadership, coaching, and performance feedback to HR staff.

University-Wide Responsibilities

• Develops and implements university-wide HR initiatives and timelines.

• Assists employees in understanding personnel policies and procedures.

• Develops workforce metrics and evaluates HR effectiveness.

• Administers compliance with HIPAA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, OFLA, ADA, and related regulations.

• Fosters an inclusive, respectful, and engaged campus culture.

• Serves as liaison with legal counsel on HR-related matters.

• Reviews, drafts, and interprets HR policies and advises leadership on legal updates.

Salary Administration

• Develops and maintains compensation structures, pay grades, and pay equity compliance.

• Leads performance management and employee development programs.

• Develops and delivers employee training and succession planning initiatives.

Recruitment

• Advises managers on hiring, promotions, transfers, classifications, and compensation.

• Oversees job postings, applicant tracking, onboarding, immigration issues, and exit interviews.

Campus Safety

• Partners with Environmental Health & Safety on workers’ compensation and return-to-work programs.

• Supports OSHA compliance, ergonomic reviews, and ADA integration.

Employee Relations & Organizational Behavior

• Coaches managers on performance management and conflict resolution.

• Manages complex employee relations issues, grievances, and investigations.

• Serves as Deputy Title IX Coordinator for staff matters.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related discipline.

• Five to seven years of professional HR management experience.

• Demonstrated expertise in employee relations, benefits, compensation, recruitment, training, and compliance.

• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Valid driver’s license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• HR experience in higher education.

• PHR or SPHR certification.

• Master’s degree in Business Administration.

• Juris Doctorate degree.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work is primarily performed in an office environment with frequent sitting, computer use, and communication. Occasional standing, walking, travel, and lifting up to 20 pounds is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

Linfield University participates in E-Verify to verify the identity and work eligibility of all new employees.

To apply, please submit your application materials through the Linfield University employment portal. We look forward to learning more about how your experience and passion align with our mission.

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Salary : $105,000 - $115,000