Strategic HR Director, Higher Education

University of Texas at Austin; Utah; On-site; USD 145,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin seeks a Director of Human Resources for the College of Liberal Arts to provide strategic leadership and oversee HR operations, workforce planning, and talent management. You will advise the Dean and college leadership on HR matters, ensuring alignment with university priorities and legal requirements.

The role requires a decade of HR experience, strong communication skills, and a track record of complex organizational design in higher education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business or related field plus 10 years of HR experience.
• Experience in higher education or large complex organizations.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to lead HR strategy and workforce planning.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for HR across the College of Liberal Arts and advise the Dean.
• Lead workforce planning, governance, and HR operations aligned with university priorities.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and university policies.
• Oversee HR Workday processes and staff timekeeping.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Presentation skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR / Business Administration or related field

Tools

Workday

Job description

University of Texas at Austin seeks a Director of Human Resources for the College of Liberal Arts to provide strategic leadership and oversee HR operations, workforce planning, and talent management. You will advise the Dean and college leadership on HR matters, ensuring alignment with university priorities and legal requirements.

The role requires a decade of HR experience, strong communication skills, and a track record of complex organizational design in higher education.