Director, HR Partners, Faculty of Arts & Sciences

Job Summary: Direct and provide strategic human resources consulting services in the area of complex employee relations matters, organizational design and development, change management, recruitment, compensation, learning and development strategies, and diversity initiatives; broker these services as needed. Job-Specific Responsibilities:   Portfolio Leadership & Strategic HR Partnership • May serve as the senior HR partner for an assigned portfolio of FAS departments/centers, building strong advisory relationships with chairs, directors of administration, and other leaders. • Responsible for ensuring strong service delivery across the portfolios and managing complex issue escalation. • Translate FAS and departmental strategies into HR priorities and plans for the portfolio (e.g., workforce planning, staffing models, organizational design). • Provide strategic consultation on talent needs, organizational changes, and workforce implications of academic or administrative initiatives. Team Management & Service Delivery for Assigned Portfolio • Lead, supervise, and develop a team of HR Partners and related staff serving the assigned portfolio. • Set clear service expectations, manage workload distribution, and monitor the quality and consistency of HRBP support within the portfolio. • Coach HRPs on complex client issues, stakeholder management, and strategic consulting skills. Talent Management, Workforce Planning & Change Management • Oversee HRP support for recruitment strategies, workforce planning, succession planning, and retention efforts within the portfolio. • Guide HRPs and leaders on performance management, career development, and staff engagement initiatives. • Lead or support change management efforts related to reorganizations, new programs, process changes, or leadership transitions in the portfolio. Partnership with Employee & Labor Relations and Central HR • Collaborate closely with the FAS Director of Employee & Labor Relations on ER/LR issues arising in the portfolio; ensure timely escalation and consistent implementation of resolutions. • Partner with central HR centers of expertise (Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Benefits, Center for Workforce Development, etc.) to deliver integrated HR solutions tailored to the portfolio’s needs. • Ensure HRPs appropriately interpret and apply HR policies, procedures, and collective bargaining agreements in the portfolio, in alignment with institutional standards. Coordination with Executive Director & Peer Director, HRBP • Work with the Executive Director to implement an FAS-wide HR strategy, service model, and standards of practice. • Coordinate closely with the peer Director, HR Partners to promote consistent approaches across both portfolios, share best practices, and address cross-portfolio HR issues. • Provide input and feedback to the Executive Director on emerging needs, risks, and opportunities within the assigned portfolio. Data, Analytics & Continuous Improvement • Use HR metrics (e.g., vacancies, turnover, diversity, engagement, time-to-fill) to inform strategy and track outcomes for the portfolio. • Identify trends, pain points, and opportunities for process improvement; recommend and help implement enhancements to HRBP service delivery and HR processes. • Contribute to FAS-wide HR initiatives and projects aimed at improving systems, policies, and the overall employee experience. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. • 10+ years of progressively responsible HR experience, including substantial HR leadership experience in a complex, matrixed environment. • Demonstrated experience leadi