What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Human Resources position at University of Montana Foundation?
At the University of Montana Foundation, the lives we change will change the world. We inspire donors to bolster UM’s mission of providing an accessible, affordable, and world-class education.
We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the people and culture of the University we serve, fostering an environment allowing us to inspire each other to our best work. We act with integrity and respect, and work to create a team where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported.
Why Work for Us?
- Retirement Planning: 403(b) employer contribution of 11%, no employee match required!
- Flexible Work Arrangement: Opportunity for a hybrid remote work arrangement each week
- Generous Time off Benefits: Team members accrue four weeks of vacation and 12 days of sick leave per year, with an additional 11 days of holiday leave
- Family Support: Paid parental leave for new parents
- Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, wellness program, and short-term and long-term disability pay protection benefits
- Career Advancement: Professional development opportunities
- Competitive Pay: Candidates can request the starting pay range by emailing humanresources@supportum.org
About the Opportunity:
The Director of Human Resources provides strategic leadership and oversight for all human resources functions, ensuring alignment with the UM Foundation’s mission, core values, and strategic priorities. The Director promotes a high-performing and mission-driven workplace culture and oversees the full scope of HR programs including talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, performance management, employee engagement, and organizational development. This position partners closely with the executive team to advance workforce planning, talent retention, compliance, and organizational effectiveness across the UM Foundation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develops and implements HR strategies and initiatives that align with the UM Foundation’s strategic plan and organizational goals
- Provides strategic guidance to executive leadership on organizational structure, workforce planning and change management
- Annually reviews and recommends improvements to the UM Foundation’s HR policies, procedures and guidelines to ensure compliance, consistency and effectiveness
- Leads the design, implementation and administration of the compensation and benefits programs
- Oversees HR compliance, ensuring adherence to state and federal employment laws and regulations
- Serves as a trusted advisor to management and employees, fostering strong communication, collaboration, and engagement across all levels
Ideal Candidate:
- Proven experience in senior HR leadership, preferably within a nonprofit or higher education environment
- Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices, including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEO, and related regulations
- Strategic thinker with the ability to align HR initiatives to organizational goals
- Proven ability to manage organizational change and coach leaders through complex situations
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field
- Seven or more years of progressively responsible HR experience, including at least three years in a leadership or management role
Accessibility and Equal Opportunity
The University of Montana Foundation is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment process at the University of Montana Foundation, contact humanresources@supportum.org. All hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
Additional Information
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.
Priority Application Date:
- Monday, December 22, 2025. Completed applications received by this date will be guaranteed consideration.
- Position will close on Monday, January 5, 2026
If you do not meet all the qualifications of the position, you are still encouraged to apply.