Chief Human Resources Officer

University of Wisconsin-Green Bay; Green Bay (WI); Hybrid; USD 121,500 - 148,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance options

Retirement savings programs

Paid leave benefits including parental leave

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay seeks a Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) to lead HR functions and enhance workplace culture. This pivotal position fosters inclusive strategies for talent acquisition, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness, contributing to the university's excellence in teaching and community engagement.

The successful candidate will embody UW-Green Bay’s core values while shaping a strategic vision for human resources. Responsibilities include overseeing HR management activities, ensuring compliance with regulations, and building cross-campus collaborations.

Minimum compensation starts at $135,000, and a comprehensive benefits package is available to support employees’ diverse needs.

Qualifications

• 7 years of progressively responsible human resources leadership experience.
• Demonstrated experience developing HR initiatives.
• Ability to function as a strategic leader and HR practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee human resources management activities.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and university policies.
• Develop collaborative partnerships for HR contributions.

Skills

Data-driven decision making

Leadership and mentorship

Interpersonal communication

Organizational development

Employee relations

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management or related field

Master’s degree in related field (preferred)

Job description

Position Overview

Chief Human Resources Officer

Job Category: Limited

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Chief HR Officer (Inst) (C)

About the Role

The Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) is a highly visible and trusted leader who plays a pivotal role in advancing UW‑Green Bay’s mission as a multi‑campus university committed to excellence in teaching, learning, scholarship, community engagement, and educational access for all who want to learn. Reporting directly to the Chancellor and serving as a member of the Cabinet, the CHRO provides strategic leadership for all human resources functions while fostering a workplace culture where faculty and staff can thrive.

As a collaborative partner to institutional leaders, shared governance, faculty, and staff, the CHRO helps drive the University’s strategic priorities—including student success, inclusivity, community connections, and organizational transformation—through innovative talent strategies, data‑informed decision‑making, and a commitment to developing a high‑performing, engaged workforce.

Guided by UW‑Green Bay’s core values—Advance Fearlessly, Empower Success, Provision Access, Build Community, Express Gratitude, and Together, We Rise—the CHRO leads institution‑wide efforts in talent acquisition, employee engagement, compensation, employee and labor relations, professional development, well‑being, performance management, and organizational effectiveness.

This leader serves as UW‑Green Bay’s chief human resources strategist, Equal Employment Opportunity Officer, and Deputy Title IX Co‑Coordinator, championing practices that strengthen belonging, support educational opportunity throughout Northeast Wisconsin, and honor the contributions of faculty, staff, students, and community partners.

The successful candidate will be energized by the opportunity to shape the future of a growing university, build meaningful relationships across the institution and region, and cultivate a connected, collaborative community dedicated to transforming lives through education.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Utilizing data‑driven and collaborative decision‑making skills, identify, develop, and direct all human resources management activities at UW‑Green Bay in a way that addresses the talent resource needs of a complex, multi‑campus institution consistent within the framework of the University's mission and strategic plan.
• Provide analysis, maintenance, and communication for HR‑related records required by governmental laws and regulations, and University policies and procedures.
• Serve as the key human resources subject matter expert and institutional strategic talent planner and consultant, promoting and leading institutional initiatives and advising institutional leadership on best practices in areas such as talent acquisition and engagement, titling and compensation planning, organizational and staff development, performance management, payroll and benefits administration, HR policy and processes, employee relations, and HR communications and public relations.
• Serve as EEO Officer, providing guidance related to federal and state requirements as well as consultation and oversight of EEO‑related investigations. Partner with UW on the development of the institution’s required reporting. Promote and support the university’s commitment to inclusion and belonging in all aspects of the employee life cycle. Serve as a member of the UW System EEO Officers Group.
• Serve as Deputy Title IX Co‑Coordinator and provide guidance and support for Title IX investigators within the HR Office.
• Establish and maintain collaborative partnerships to maximize human resource contributions and attain critical strategic priorities.
• Partner with university units/departments as a facilitator of strategic human resource planning and organizational change management with the expectation of improved and efficient work processes and practices and collaboration between units.
• Oversee the HR office’s relationship with shared governance and the SOFAs office, including support for the USC and ASC HR liaisons. Consult with campus governance bodies regarding policies and procedures pertaining to Human Resources.
• Oversee and manage the departmental budget, annual planning, and reporting.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing HR team by fostering a growth‑oriented and curious mindset that encourages continuous learning, accountability, collaboration, and innovation. Exercise both direct and indirect supervisory authority for staff, including hiring, performance management, employee development, recognition, and workplace conduct.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement principles in strategic direction‑setting related to talent resources.
• Provide guidance and consultation to faculty, staff, and leadership related to employee relations matters. Consult with legal counsel as warranted and act as liaison between campus and the Office of the General Counsel on Human Resource issues.

Department

Human Resources

Compensation

Minimum compensation of $135,000.
This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Organizational Leadership, or a related field at time of application.
• 7 years of progressively responsible human resources leadership experience, including supervision of professional staff and oversight of multiple functional areas within human resources.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing strategic human resources initiatives related to talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation, performance management, organizational development, and/or employee engagement.
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively as both a strategic leader and a hands‑on HR practitioner, and experience advising and collaborating with leaders and other stakeholders through complex personnel, organizational, and institutional change initiatives.
• Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative workplace cultures that support employee success, engagement, and belonging.
• Demonstrated ability to use data to inform decision‑making and improve organizational effectiveness.
• Demonstrated knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and compliance requirements, including equal employment opportunity, Title IX, employee relations, workplace investigations, and related federal and state employment practices.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship‑building skills with the ability to work effectively across a complex organization and with diverse constituencies.
• Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality, sound judgment, ethical leadership, and professionalism.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Human resources leadership experience in higher education or the public sector.
• Experience working in a shared governance environment.
• SHRM‑SCP, SPHR, CCP, or related professional certification.
• Experience supporting multi‑campus or geographically distributed organizations.
• Experience serving in an EEO, Title IX, or labor relations leadership role.

Conditions Of Appointment

Some travel is required for necessary meetings, workshops, conferences, etc. Occasional evening and/or weekend work is expected and will be assigned by supervisor as needed.
This position may have the option to work on‑campus or a hybrid schedule, subject to approved telecommuting request.
The home campus of this position is Green Bay and the successful candidate may occasionally be required to travel to or work at the Marinette, Sheboygan or Manitowoc Campus, based on operational needs.
Position is a full‑time Limited appointment. A pre‑employment education check which includes, but is not limited to, the verification of academic credentials will be conducted on the finalist(s). A criminal conviction investigation will be conducted on the finalist(s) and if there is prior work history within the last 7 years with Universities of Wisconsin, a personnel file review check for employee misconduct. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

Benefit Details

The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package to meet the diverse needs of its employees. For benefits eligible positions, this includes several health insurance options, with annual deductibles as low as $250/individual and $500/family. Our benefits package also includes dental, vision, several life insurance options, AD&D and Accident insurance and Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts. We participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), where employer contributions begin immediately, and employees are fully vested after 5 years of service. The Universities of Wisconsin also provides supplemental retirement savings programs including a 403(b) and Deferred Compensation.

In addition, eligible employees receive several types of paid leave benefits, which are prorated for employees working less than 100%. This includes 9 legal holidays, 36 hours of personal holiday and between 96-130 hours of sick leave annually and paid parental leave. Eligible employees earn 13-27 days of vacation each year, depending on years of service and employment type.

For more details, please review the benefit quick guide linked below.

• UW System Employee Benefits Brochure
• Total Compensation Estimator

EEO Statement

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Confidentiality Statement

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis.Stat. sec. 19.36(7).