Strategic HR Director, Higher Education Leadership

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin seeks a Director of Human Resources for the College of Natural Sciences (CNS) to provide strategic and operational leadership across all HR functions. You will guide workforce planning, governance, and HR services for three workforce groups within CNS, unifying a decentralized HR community and advising college leadership on complex employment matters.

Ideal candidates bring leadership, sound judgment, and a track record of aligning HR programs with institutional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field with relevant experience.
• Experience leading HR operations in a large, complex organization.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment law and HR compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic HR for CNS and partner with college leadership.
• Ensure HR governance, policy compliance, and workforce planning across departments.
• Standardize processes and implement HR technology enhancements.
• Provide senior guidance on employee relations and organizational effectiveness.
• Represent CNS in committees and collaborate with central offices.

Skills

Leadership

Relationship-building

Strategic thinking

Policy guidance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR / Business

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Workday

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin seeks a Director of Human Resources for the College of Natural Sciences (CNS) to provide strategic and operational leadership across all HR functions. You will guide workforce planning, governance, and HR services for three workforce groups within CNS, unifying a decentralized HR community and advising college leadership on complex employment matters.

Ideal candidates bring leadership, sound judgment, and a track record of aligning HR programs with institutional