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Assistant Director People & Culture

UW1861 University of Washington
Seattle, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/27/2026
Job Description UW Information Technology (UW-IT) has an outstanding opportunity for an Assistant Director People & Culture to join their team. About this Opportunity Reporting to the Associate Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, the Assistant Director People & Culture is responsible for providing organizational leadership and operational oversight for UWIT’s People & Culture function. In alignment with UW and UWIT values, this role is responsible for setting expectations, providing consultation, and ensuring accountability for the delivery of high‑quality human resources and organizational development services that support a positive, inclusive, and effective workplace within UWIT. The salary information provided below is for a full-time position. Key Responsibilities 40%: Leadership and Oversight of UWIT People & Culture Operations 35%: Workforce Planning, Organizational Support, and Strategic Contribution 20%: Staff Leadership and Development 5%: Other Duties as Assigned Required Qualifications To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration. Minimum Qualifications Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Communications or related field or experience. Seven (7) or more years of progressively responsible human resources or organizational leadership experience in a large, complex organization. Management‑level experience in HR and/or Payroll domains Significant experience with complex employee relations issues Advising managers on employee relations, performance management, and recruiting Exercising a high level of confidentiality and handling sensitive information Strong written and oral communication skills Experience with complex personnel systems and managing diverse workloads in a high‑pressure environment Strong leadership, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills, with demonstrated tact and discretion Ability to learn and apply new technologies Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Public Administration, Communications SPHR, SHRM, or PHR certification Experience in Labor Relations negotiations and union environments. Experience in a large university, medical center, or other highly regulated environment. Experience with UW Financial and HR/payroll systems. Experience with Microsoft suite. Working Conditions Hybrid, environment with expectation to be in the office 2-3 days per week. Open office environment About the Team UW Information Technology (UWIT) is the central information technology organization for the University of Washington, responsible for strategic planning, oversight, and direction of the UW’s IT infrastructure, resources, and services. UWIT provides critical technology support to all three campuses, UW Medicine, and research operations around the world, partnering with the UW community to enable innovation, learning, discovery, and service. Compensation, Benefits and Position Details Pay Range Minimum: $129,468.00 annual Pay Range Maximum: $192,000.00 annual Other Compensation: - Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/ Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Temporary or Regular? This is a regular position FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 100.00% Union/Bargaining Unit: Not Applicable About the UW Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. Our Commitment The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu. Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law. Use the filters or enter keywords in the search box (such as “custodian,” “nursing” or “manager”) to explore available opportunities. To find temporary opportunities, enter “temporary” in the search box. If you are a current UW employee: You must log into Workday and apply internally through the UW Jobs Hub. Looking for faculty, librarian or academic staff positions? Please visit our Academic Jobs site. Looking for student employment? Learn more on our Student Employment site. There are many perks to working for the University of Washington. Learn more about the benefits that could be available to you as a UW employee. Sign up for Job Alerts to be notified about job opportunities at the UW that interest you; you’ll be one of the first to learn when openings become available. You will be asked to create an account if you do not already have one.

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