Strategic HR Director, Higher Education

MRA Recruiting Services; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition benefits

Job summary

MRA Recruiting Services is seeking a Human Resources Director in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role involves providing strategic leadership and oversight of all HR functions for the college.

The ideal candidate will align HR strategies with institutional goals, ensure compliance with laws, and foster a positive workplace culture. Responsibilities include overseeing recruitment, employee relations, and performance management. Full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of progressive HR experience, including leadership roles.
• Demonstrated knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
• Strong technical aptitude and experience with HRIS implementation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership.
• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with institutional goals.
• Oversee recruitment, hiring, and onboarding processes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational design

HR processes improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Master’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS

Job description

MRA Recruiting Services is seeking a Human Resources Director in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role involves providing strategic leadership and oversight of all HR functions for the college.

The ideal candidate will align HR strategies with institutional goals, ensure compliance with laws, and foster a positive workplace culture. Responsibilities include overseeing recruitment, employee relations, and performance management. Full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.