Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer

UM29 Salisbury University (SU); United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Salisbury University seeks a Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer to lead HR operations campus-wide, ensuring programs, policies and services align with university priorities. The role oversees recruitment, benefits, retirement, wellness, employee and labor relations (two bargaining units), compensation and classification, guiding staff and workflows for timely service delivery.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in business or HR and at least 10 years of HR experience, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, HR or related field.
• 10+ years of HR experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office and Workday; strong policy and legal understanding.

Responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment and talent acquisition.
• Manage benefits, retirement, and wellness programs.
• Lead employee and labor relations (two bargaining units).
• Oversee compensation and job classification.
• Direct HR operations and ensure timely, high-quality services.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and institutional policies.

Skills

Judgment and discretion

Policy interpretation

Integrity and professionalism

Interpersonal skills

Organization and planning

Time management

Oral and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or HR

Tools

Microsoft Office

Workday

Job description

Job Posting: JR102122 Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer (Open) Department: Human Resources Office, PM Position Type: Regular Open Date: 08-20-2026 Close Date: $120,000 - $130,000

Job Summary: The Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer is a key operational leader responsible for the effective execution, administration, and continuous improvement of Human Resources programs and services across Salisbury University. Reporting to the AVP and Chief Human Resources Officer, this position provides day to day leadership of HR operations and ensures that departmental initiatives, policies, and programs are implemented effectively, consistently, and in alignment with university priorities. The incumbent oversees multiple Human Resources functions, including recruitment and talent acquisition, benefits, retirement, wellness programs, employee and labor relations (including two bargaining units), compensation, and classification. This role provides direct leadership and guidance to HR staff, manages operational workflows, ensures timely delivery of services, and supports the successful implementation of HR programs that meet the needs of the University community. The Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer plays a critical role in maintaining operational excellence by strengthening processes, ensuring compliance with employment laws and institutional policies, improving customer service, and promoting efficient and effective HR practices. The position serves as a resource to campus leaders, managers, and employees by providing guidance, resolving complex HR matters, and ensuring consistent application of policies and procedures. The successful candidate will be an experienced HR professional with strong operational management skills, the ability to execute programs and initiatives, lead teams, manage priorities, and deliver high-quality HR services. This position is essential to advancing a responsive, service-oriented Human Resources organization that supports Salisbury University’s workforce and fosters a positive employee experience.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in business, Human Resources or a related field
• Experience: 10 years of relevant human resources focused experience
• Certifications / Licenses:
• Other knowledge, skills, and abilities:
  • Exceptional judgment, discretion and understanding of the complexities, importance, and operational impact of all relevant areas of HR.
  • A solid understanding and ability to develop, interpret and apply policies and procedures, to include their context within USM Policies and Federal and State laws, to ensure accurate information and appropriate responses are provided.
  • High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
  • Ability to develop, implement and interpret policies and processes, adapt and apply guidelines, regulations, policies, and procedures to all programmatic aspects.
  • Must be detail oriented and have excellent interpersonal, customer service, mediation, negotiation, conflict resolution skills.
  • Additionally, must employ exceptional organization and planning, prioritization, analytical, problem solving, follow through, time management, and oral and written communication skills.
  • Further, must be flexible and possess the ability to successfully handle multiple tasks/projects simultaneously and work well under pressure, and lead a team-oriented environment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Workday is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications / Licenses: PHR/SPHR or SHRM CP/SHRM-SCP certification and higher education experience is preferred.

Additional Job Information

The position is a full-time, exempt state role with comprehensive benefits. Salisbury University (SU) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. SU is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. The beautiful 200-acre campus is a warm and friendly environment for faculty, staff and students. SU is located on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, close Atlantic beaches and a few hours from major metropolitan cities.