Assistant Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Salem (MA); Presencial; USD 170.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid work options

Descripción de la vacante

Salem State University in Salem, MA seeks an AVP, CHRO to lead human resources across the institution, shaping strategy, talent development, and labor relations in cooperation with campus leaders. The role emphasizes an inclusive culture, employee engagement, and compliant policies aligned with the university mission.

You will oversee budgets, staffing, performance management, classification, and the administration of collective bargaining agreements, while partnering with the President and

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field.
• Ten years of experience in human resources with increasing responsibility.
• Experience managing human resources staff.
• Experience managing budgets.

Responsabilidades

• Provide strategic leadership for all HR functions across the institution.
• Develop strategic HR programs and innovative practices to support the university’s mission.
• Oversee labor relations, multiple bargaining agreements, and employee relations.
• Support the President and Provost in administration of collective bargaining agreements and policies.

Educación

Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field

Descripción del empleo

Job Description - Assistant Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer (2600079L)

Job Description

Description

The Assistant Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer (AVP, CHRO) is responsible for providing strategic leadership in all aspects of the human resources function across the institution, helps drive a culture of change, and makes meaningful contributions throughout the campus community. Working collaboratively with leaders across the campus, the AVP will oversee an effective, responsive, and customer service-oriented operation, and develop strategic programs and innovative practices in support of the university’s mission.

The AVP will promote a high-performing, positive, equitable, and productive culture, with the goals of maintaining high levels of employee engagement while fostering an inclusive and collegial environment. The AVP is responsible for the university’s human resources policies and procedures; employee relations and labor relations, including administration of the APA and AFSCME collective bargaining agreements; providing support to the President and Provost in administration of the MSCA collective bargaining agreement; recruitment, employee education, training and professional development; salary structure design (non-union), compensation and administration, including classification of new positions and performance management and all other matters relating to the human resources function.

Salem State University is where professional ambition and community purpose meet. As the Commonwealth's Civic Engagement University and a proud Hispanic-Serving Institution, we have a deep commitment to the students, employees and neighbors who make up our university community. Our staff are integral to everything we do, from supporting first‑generation college students to advancing civic engagement across the North Shore. If you're looking for a career that challenges and fulfills you, and a team that celebrates who you are, we'd love to welcome you to Salem State.

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field
• Ten years of experience working in human resources in positions of increasing responsibility
• Experience managing human resources staff
• Experience managing budgets

Preferred Qualifications

• Three years of experience in labor and employee relations
• Experience working in higher education or a similarly complex organization
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of Commonwealth of Massachusetts laws, systems, and policies
• Strong project management, organizational, and planning skills and the ability to effectively prioritize and solve complex problems while making decisions

Working Location

This is an onsite position in Salem, MA with in-person responsibilities, which may require occasional work on evenings and weekends.

Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university.

This position is not eligible for H1B visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement

The university considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

ADA Statement

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests please email [e-mail].

Recruitment Agencies

Salem State University does not partner with or accept candidates from outside staffing agencies. All hiring is managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team.

Official Title : Assistant Vice President

Salary: 170,000.00 - 180,000.00 Yearly

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : No