Executive Director, HR — Higher Education Leader

SUNY at Old Westbury Police; Village of Old Westbury (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

The State University of New York at Old Westbury seeks an Executive Director, Human Resources to oversee the Office of Human Resources, its staff, budget, and operations. The role partners with the President and Cabinet to advance strategic planning, policy implementation, and workforce excellence.

The position requires a senior HR leader with a track record in employee engagement, compliance with federal, state, and SUNY policies, and a commitment to diversity.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required; Doctoral or JD preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience.
• Public higher education or large organizational HR leadership preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HR policies, employment law, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee staff, budget, and operations of the Office of Human Resources.
• Partner with President, Vice Presidents, and Cabinet on strategic planning.
• Lead labor relations, collective bargaining, and compliance efforts.
• Develop training and organizational development programs.
• Drive diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence across campus.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Executive leadership

Policy interpretation

Communication skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Strategic planning

Change management

Education

Master's degree from an accredited institution

Doctoral degree or J.D.

Tools

SUNY HR system

PayServ

NYSTEP

NYBEAS

Job description

The State University of New York at Old Westbury seeks an Executive Director, Human Resources to oversee the Office of Human Resources, its staff, budget, and operations. The role partners with the President and Cabinet to advance strategic planning, policy implementation, and workforce excellence.

The position requires a senior HR leader with a track record in employee engagement, compliance with federal, state, and SUNY policies, and a commitment to diversity.