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About the Role

The Associate Vice President for Human Resources (AVP-HR) will provide overall strategic and operational HR leadership to the University. This role will be responsible for establishing and enabling/influencing consistent application of human resources best practices across a substantial enterprise in collaboration with a myriad of campus partners. Guided by a recent assessment of the University HR functions and a roadmap that will be created from ongoing HR transformation project, HR Next, this leader will have the unique opportunity to significantly drive policy guidance, strategy to establish the University as an employer of choice and, in the process, improve the effectiveness of University academic and administrative unit human resource functions. The Associate Vice President for Human Resources will provide strategic alignment with the needs of the University by collaborating with campus partners and other operations division leadership to drive better efficiencies and services to University stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Directly leads approximately 40 human resource professionals within the Central Human Resources organization and influences all aspects of distributed human resources operations for the University including staff recruitment, benefits, compensation, performance management, staff development, employee and labor relations, HR information systems, and union negotiations.
Ensures alignment between human resource practices and the University's strategic direction while ensuring effective support for organizational and people strategies across the institution.
In close coordination with the Vice President for Operations, actively collaborates with the President, Provost, Deans, and Officers of the University to understand the HR related needs, challenges and opportunities across units and influence consistent HR practices across the institution.
Present to the Board of Trustees on various topics related to human capital management, HR compliance areas and talent recruiting and retention.
Oversight of innovative recruiting strategy development and tools that will allow units to continue to attract and retain key talent across staff.
Identifies and deploys appropriate technology solutions to enhance employee access to human resources information and develops the best means to deliver high-volume transactional services.
Motivates and leads a team of functional human resource Center of Excellence (COE) leaders to drive best practices and services that meet the needs of all academic and administrative units and facilitate the achievement of the University's strategic goals.
Responsible for oversight of the human resources operational budget including budget allocated for central HR personnel.
Ensures alignment with the University’s and the Operations Division ongoing fiscal goals.
Responsible for ensuring the University’s overall compliance with federal, state and local regulations regarding human resources practices.
Updating current and/or implementing new policies to ensure ongoing compliance.
Other duties as assigned by the VP of Operations.

Requirements

A proven track record of building and leading a best-in-class human resources organization with a superior understanding of human resources strategies in institutions of higher education and other organizations of similar size and complexity, with an emphasis on major research universities and academic medical centers.
Bring credibility to the human resources function through their professional qualifications and leadership and influence ability with experience building respectful and productive collaboration at the most senior levels of a large-scale, complex organization.
Demonstrated commitment to building organizational best practices that seek out top tier talent at all levels, with a focus on high energy professionals who are creative problem solvers seeking an environment which supports, nurtures, and properly compensates top performers.
Demonstrated success in change management and an understanding of what is required to succeed in a dynamic environment with an appreciation for the mission, traditions, and culture of the institution.
Lead, mentor, and develop team members, including determining talents and expanding responsibilities to enhance professional growth.
Highly results-oriented.
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Applicants must apply via DSG’s Talent Profile.
All inquiries and discussions will be considered strictly confidential.
The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions.
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

Skills

Human Capital Management
High Level Influence
Board Interaction
Talent Selection, Development and Retention
HR Systems
Staff Selection and Development
Fiscal Management
Human Resources Compliance

Location

Chicago, IL

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

At least 10 years of progressive leadership and operations experience in HR administration and/or HR management.
Executive level human resource leadership experience and accomplishment within a similarly complex environment.

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a closely related field required.
Advanced degree such as an MBA, JD, or a master’s degree in HR or a closely related field preferred.

Salary/Compensations

$400,000.00 - $450,000.00

Benefits

Health
Retirement
Paid time off

About the Company

The Office of the Vice President for Operations at the University of Chicago is responsible for overseeing and managing the university's core operational functions. This includes leadership in the areas of IT Services, Human Resources, Safety and Security, and Facilities Services.
The University of Chicago is an urban research university that has driven new ways of thinking since 1890. Our commitment to free and open inquiry draws inspired scholars to our global campuses, where ideas are born that challenge and change the world. We empower individuals to challenge conventional thinking in pursuit of original ideas. Students in the College develop critical, analytic, and writing skills in our rigorous, interdisciplinary core curriculum. Through graduate programs, students test their ideas with UChicago scholars, and become the next generation of leaders in academia, industry, nonprofits, and government.
To learn more about the university click here http://www.uchicago.edu/

Equal Opportunity

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law.
For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
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The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu.
Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.