Executive Director of Human Resources

ivytech; Lawrenceburg (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College seeks an Executive Director of Human Resources (EDHR) to serve as the campus's lead HR officer and strategic partner to the Chancellor and leadership team. The role leads all HR functions, advises on talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, and organizational change.

The EDHR develops and implements HR strategies aligned with college policies and statewide priorities, ensuring compliant, customer-focused services campus-wide.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR advisor to the Chancellor and campus leadership on employee relations, staffing, performance management and policy interpretation.
• Lead the development and execution of campus HR strategies that align with College priorities and statewide initiatives.
• Lead campus HR projects and process improvements that enhance service delivery.
• Support strategic campus initiatives and special projects as assigned by the Chancellor.
• Provide leadership and oversight of all campus HR functions, including talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation, classification, benefits, leave administration, performance management, organizational development, compliance, and HR operations.
• Ensure consistent implementation and interpretation of College policies and employment laws at the campus level.
• Partner with Systems Office HR and College Counsel on employment-related matters, investigations, litigation, and legal compliance.
• Partner with campus Finance to oversee compensation practices and promote equitable, consistent, and competitive pay.
• Foster a positive workplace culture by promoting employee engagement, accountability, inclusion, leadership development, and effective conflict resolution.
• Use HR data and reports to identify trends and support campus decision-making.
• Provide executive leadership for operational functions supporting campus effectiveness, regulatory compliance, and strategic priorities including HRIS/Workday processes.
• Lead planning efforts identifying opportunities, evaluating alternatives, building stakeholder consensus, and implementing approved initiatives to improve performance and service delivery.
• Develop and manage HR's departmental budget and establish priorities, goals, and performance measures.
• Lead, develop, and mentor the campus HR team and build partnerships with campus leaders and statewide HR.

Job description

The Executive Director of Human Resources (EDHR) serves as the campus's lead human resources officer and a strategic partner to the Chancellor and campus leadership team. The EDHR provides leadership for all campus human resources functions and advises leaders on talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, employee engagement, and organizational change.

The EDHR is responsible for developing and implementing human resources strategies that support institutional goals and align with College policies, statewide priorities, and applicable federal and state laws. The position fosters a culture of accountability, inclusion, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement while ensuring human resources services are customer-focused, compliant, and operationally effective.

The EDHR serves as a member of the Chancellor's Cabinet and collaborates closely with statewide Human Resources to advance institutional and system-wide priorities.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Vice Chancellor of Administration and Finance
SUPERVISION GIVEN: None

HIRING RANGE: $90,000-105,000, commensurate with education and experience

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership

Serve as the primary HR advisor to the Chancellor and campus leadership on employee relations, staffing, performance management, and policy interpretation.

Lead the development and execution of campus human resources strategies that align with College priorities and statewide initiatives.

Lead campus HR projects and process improvements that enhance service delivery.

Support strategic campus initiatives and special projects as assigned by the Chancellor.

Human Resources Leadership

Provide leadership and oversight of all campus human resources functions, including talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation, classification, benefits, leave administration, performance management, organizational development, compliance, and HR operations.

Ensure consistent implementation and interpretation of College policies, employment practices, and applicable federal and state employment laws.

Partner with Systems Office HR and/or College Counsel on employment-related matters, investigations, litigation, and legal compliance.

Partner with campus Finance to oversee compensation practices and promote equitable, consistent, and competitive pay across the campus.

Foster a positive workplace culture by promoting employee engagement, accountability, inclusion, leadership development, and effective conflict resolution.

Use HR data and reports to identify trends and support campus decision-making.

Operational Leadership

Provide executive leadership and oversight for assigned operational functions and administrative services that support campus effectiveness, regulatory compliance, and strategic priorities, including core human resources operations such as talent acquisition, onboarding, compensation and classification, employee records, leave administration (in partnership with Systems Office's Benefits and Leaves Hub), performance management, HRIS/Workday processes, and other related functions.

Ensure operational processes are efficient, compliant, customer-focused, and aligned with statewide standards.

Perform other operational and administrative responsibilities as assigned by the Chancellor that are consistent with the scope and responsibilities of the position.

Lead planning efforts that identify organizational opportunities, evaluate alternatives, build stakeholder consensus, and successfully implement approved initiatives that improve organizational performance and service delivery.

Financial and Administrative Oversight

Develop and manage HR's departmental budget, ensuring responsible stewardship of institutional resources.

Establish departmental priorities, operational goals, and performance measures that support campus objectives.

Ensure appropriate oversight of human resources operations, records, systems, and business processes to maintain accuracy, compliance, and service excellence.

Leadership and Supervision

Lead, develop, and mentor the campus HR team while fostering a collaborative, service‑oriented, and high‑performing culture.

Establish clear expectations, provide coaching and professional development, and evaluate staff performance.

Build strong partnerships with campus leaders, faculty, staff, statewide Human Resources, and external stakeholders to advance College priorities.

Other Responsibilities

May serve as the Chancellor's designee on assigned committees, investigations, or campus matters, including student conduct or Title IX matters, as appropriate.

Perform other duties as assigned that are consistent with the responsibilities of the position.

All responsibilities must be performed in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, College policies, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), and professional standards.

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this po