Strategic HR Manager — Talent Strategy & Development

Universities of Wisconsin; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous vacation & holidays

Competitive insurances

Retirement benefits

Job summary

UW-Madison is seeking a collaborative HR Manager within the College of Computing & Artificial Intelligence Human Resources team. The role supports talent strategies across compensation, development, recruitment, performance, and workforce relations to strengthen organizational effectiveness and the employee experience.

Working closely with leadership, the HR Manager translates priorities into effective HR practices, manages key programs, and identifies opportunities to improve processes.

Qualifications

• Experience developing, implementing, administering, and evaluating HR programs, policies, and processes.
• Working knowledge of multiple HR disciplines such as compensation, recruitment and selection, talent development, performance management, and employee relations.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and guidelines with sound judgment in sensitive situations.
• Strong organizational or project management skills to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Commitment to customer service, continuous improvement, and equitable HR practices.

Responsibilities

• Monitors programs and practices to ensure compliance with HR laws, regulations, and institutional policies.
• Identifies, designs, implements, and monitors HR and staff training programs aligned with strategic objectives.
• Serves as subject matter expert to support managers’ alignment of business needs and HR strategy.
• Directs and manages unit operational functions and/or staff.
• Proposes and interprets employment policies and practices for stakeholders, offering recommendations for changes.

Skills

HR program design

Policy interpretation

Project management

Customer service

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

UW-Madison is seeking a collaborative HR Manager within the College of Computing & Artificial Intelligence Human Resources team. The role supports talent strategies across compensation, development, recruitment, performance, and workforce relations to strengthen organizational effectiveness and the employee experience.

Working closely with leadership, the HR Manager translates priorities into effective HR practices, manages key programs, and identifies opportunities to improve processes.