Strategic HR Director: People, Policy & Growth

Ogden-Weber Technical College; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 107,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium health coverage

401(k) plan with college contributions

Job summary

Ogden-Weber Technical College is seeking a dynamic HR leader to direct employee relations, compensation and benefits, recruitment, workforce planning, training, and HR analytics. Reporting to the VP of Finance and Administrative Services, the role shapes policy, drives continuous improvement, and partners across the campus to support student and staff success.

This senior position requires a Bachelor's in HR or related field, 5+ years of professional experience including 3+ years in a management

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, public administration or related field.
• Five years of full-time professional related employment.
• Three years of experience as a Human Resources Manager or equivalent.
• Spreadsheet, word processing and automated systems experience desirable.
• Able to lead or supervise staff and provide training or input on performance appraisal and discipline.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and professional discretion.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Develop rapport with staff, visitors, vendors and volunteers.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Apply critical thinking and problem solving.
• Prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Work well under stress and in a team or independent setting.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of college policies and train staff.
• Protect the college from risk, liability, and reputational damage.
• Plan, coordinate and manage HR and payroll activities.
• Supervise staff including hiring, workload, training and evaluations.
• Develop and monitor the departmental budget and authorize changes.
• Develop and implement policies affecting HR and ensure college-wide compliance.
• Administer salary and benefits; conduct salary/benefit surveys and advise on ranges.
• Perform background checks on applicants.
• Oversee fingerprinting equipment operation.
• Assess training needs and develop training programs.
• Maintain personnel files and related records.
• Handle employee relations, investigations, and disciplinary actions, including grievances.

Skills

HR leadership

Policy development

Employee relations

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Five years of professional experience

Three years HR management experience

Tools

Spreadsheet

Word processing

Automated systems

Job description

Ogden-Weber Technical College is seeking a dynamic HR leader to direct employee relations, compensation and benefits, recruitment, workforce planning, training, and HR analytics. Reporting to the VP of Finance and Administrative Services, the role shapes policy, drives continuous improvement, and partners across the campus to support student and staff success.

This senior position requires a Bachelor's in HR or related field, 5+ years of professional experience including 3+ years in a management