VICE PRESIDENT – CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER

Texas Southern University; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Southern University seeks a Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer to lead the HR function and serve as second in command to the Senior Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer. The role directs policy, budgeting, payroll, compensation, benefits, and employee relations in support of the university’s strategic plan.

The ideal candidate brings extensive HR leadership experience, strong strategic vision, and a deep commitment to diversity and organizational excellence within

Qualifications

• Masters degree required in Business, Human Resource Management, or related field.
• Minimum of fifteen (15) years of professional HR management experience; higher education experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements the HR Strategic Plan, ensuring policies support the University’s Strategic Plan.
• Directs development of the annual HR operating budget and manages expenditures.
• Delineates wage and salary structures, pay policies, and benefits programs.
• Oversees recruitment, employment practices, and staff development.
• Ensures compliance with applicable laws and reporting requirements.
• Acts as liaison with General Counsel on external agency matters.
• Provides leadership for employee relations and organizational culture initiatives.

Skills

HR Strategy

Staff Recruiting

Employment Law

Budget Management

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Communication

Problem Solving

Team Coordination

Education

Masters degree in Business, Human Resource Management, or related field

Tools

Banner

MS Office

Job description

Posting Details

Title Information

Security Sensitive Position?

Yes

Hours of Work

8:00 am - 5:00 pm M-F

Position Details

Position Information

Posting Number

TSU203825

Official TSU Title

VICE PRESIDENT - CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER

Grant Title

N/A

Job Description Summary / TWC Summary

Vice President and Chief Human Resources officer is responsible for the overall management/leadership of the human resources function for the university and serves as second in command to the Senior Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer.

Essential Duties Summary

• Develops and implements the HR Strategic Plan, establishesaccountability, identifies solutions to solve problems, and ensuresthat Human Resources and Payroll policies and practices support andenhance the University’s Strategic Plan.
• Experience in staff recruiting, employment law, compensation,benefits, employee relations, training, and professionaldevelopment.
• Formulates and administers Human Resources and Payroll policiesand procedures for the staff of the University.
• Directs the development of the annual operating budget forHuman Resources, manages departmental expenditures, overseesreconciliation of accounts and preparation of financial reports forthe departments.
• Determines and recommends employee relations practicesnecessary to establish a positive employer-employee relationshipand to promote a high level of employee morale.
• Identifies legal requirements and government reportingregulations affecting Human Resources and Payroll functions.
• Directs the preparation of information requested or requiredfor compliance.
• Act as a primary contact with the General Counsel for outsidegovernment agencies. Coordinates employee relations issues with theoffice of General Counsel and Aff…
• Formulates and recommends wage and salary structures, paypolicies, performance appraisal programs, employee benefits programand services, and company health programs.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to collegiality, mutualrespect, and inclusiveness, act in a fair, flexible, honest,trustworthy, and ethical manner always. In all instances, build anorganization that honors confidentiality and earns trust.
• Establishes standards, recommends in-house management trainingprograms that addresses university needs across divisionlines.
• Administers a wide variety of Human Resources and Payrollprograms in support of university objectives while havingauthority/responsibility for Human Resources and Payrollstaff.
• Selects and coordinates use of Human Resources consultants,insurance carriers, pension administrators, training specialistsand other outside sources.
• Conducts periodic study of staff Human Resources and Payrollpolicies, programs, and practices to keep top management informedof new developments and significant issues.
• Prepares periodic reports to top management, as necessary orrequested.
• Directs the efforts of all special events and programs such asthe Annual Benefits fair, retirement seminars, training workshopsand HR/Payroll presentations to faculty and staff.
• As delegated serves as a division head in the absence of theSenior Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer.
• Performs other job–related duties as assigned.

% FTE

1.0

Hiring Range

Commensurate with Experience

Education

Required:

Masters degree in Business, Human Resource Management, or relatedfield

Required Licensing/Certification

None Required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Federal, State, Local and County laws.
• HR Policies, procedures, practices, and regulations.
• Demonstrates expert knowledge in multiple disciplines. Acts asthe ultimate subject matter expert in several professionaldisciplines and is the “go-to” expert on principles, methods, andprocedures. Requires the ability to create methods and approachesto handle unique situations.
• Banner and other job-related software systems.
• Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications.

Skill in:

• Detail oriented.
• Effective customer service.
• Problem-solving and decision-making.
• Multitasking and time management.
• Strong management.
• Strong analytical.
• Coordinating work of others.
• Strategic planning.
• Budget management.
• Planning activities.
• Leading projects.
• Both verbal and written communication.

Ability to:

• Handle highly sensitive and/or confidential information.
• Work in a team-oriented environment, establishing good workingrelations with faculty, staff, students, business partners andother institutional constituencies.
• Show commitment to promoting cultural diversity, employmentequity, and staff development.
• Develop strategic direction, goals, plans and policies for anarea of responsibility.
• Ability to maintain the security or integrity of criticalinfrastructure, which may include communications systems, computernetworks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical grids,hazardous waste treatment, or water treatment systems

Work Experience

Required:

Minimum of fifteen (15) years of increasingly responsibleprofessional human resources management experience.

Higher education experience is desirable.

Working/Environmental Conditions

Prolonged standing and/or walking.

Handling light weight objects.

Using or carrying equipment.

Posting Supplemental Questions

1. * Do you have a Masters degree in Business, Human ResourceManagement, or related field?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have a minimum of fifteen (15) years of increasinglyresponsible professional human resources management experience?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you have experience working in a higher educationenvironment?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Official Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Other Document
2. Reference Letter 1
3. Reference Letter 2
4. Reference Letter 3

Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures

Open Until Filled (overrides close field)

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Open to all applicants.