Job Description

Chief Human Resources Officer

Agency
Texas A&M University - Kingsville

Department
Office of the President

Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate

Job Location
Kingsville, Texas

Job Type
Staff

Job Description

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) is responsible for creating and implementing a strategic vision for a wide range of services with an emphasis on service excellence while ensuring operational effectiveness and efficiency. The CHRO plans, develops, and administers human resources functions and advises and consults on related issues. The CHRO additionally works collaboratively with campus stakeholders and participates in strategic planning, budgeting, and policy/procedure development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

LEADERSHIP

Provide the university leadership for all aspects of the human resources function. Recommend, revise, and implement HR/employment policies. Ensure university rules and policies align with system regulations and comply with relevant federal and State employment laws and regulations and the university's philosophy and mission. Supervise and provide coaching, as necessary, to all HR staff employees. Serve as the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Officer and the Affirmative Action Officer. Supervise the development and submittal of the annual Affirmative Action Plan. Promote and participate in initiatives on campus.

EMPLOYEE RELATIONS

Supervise staff in the administration of employee relations and act as an impartial party to ensure that the rights of the employee and the interests of the university are protected. Coordinate all aspects of the disciplinary process for all university non-faculty employees to ensure fair and equitable treatment under the employment regulations, policies, rules, and procedures. Provide guidance with informal and formal complaints and appeals. May be responsible for employer responses regarding EEOC charges. Counsel with and facilitate communication between employees and/or supervisors to address, and where possible, resolve workplace problems. Counsel with the Office of the Provost on faculty and employee relations issues upon request.

STAFFING AND EMPLOYMENT

Supervise the administration of approved employment policies and procedures designed to select and hire non-faculty employees. Oversee the administrative processes around federally required I-9 work authorization including document verification, records management, and compliance. May assist Office of the Provost in the selection and hiring of faculty employees. Administer an exit interview program to develop effective retention procedures.

BENEFITS

Supervise staff in the administration of insurance, retirement, and tax-deferred accounts and other benefits offered by the university and the Texas A&M System. Oversees the internal FMLA administration process. May represent the university at System Employees Benefit Advisory Committee (SEBAC) meetings as a non-voting member. Work effectively with Risk Management, UPD, and A&M System regarding on-the-job injuries and worker's compensation claims.

COMPENSATION & HRIS

Ensure implementation and maintenance of all campus wage and salary programs for non-faculty employees. Oversee the position description development, classification reviews, salary studies, and the annual comprehensive pay plan. Monitor the University's market competitiveness and conduct other compensation analyses to ensure fairness externally and internally. Participate in university and other salary surveys. Works effectively with payroll services to ensure employees are paid in a timely and correct manner. Upon request, assist the Office of the Provost with compensation analysis of faculty employees.

TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT

Supervise staff to ensure training opportunities are provided to all staff employees to meet state requirements, improve job performance, and enhance professional and skill development. Oversee and assess annual and periodic performance evaluation processes. Make recommendations for process improvements. May lead the President's Leadership Academy for Staff and Faculty participants.

RECORDS MANAGEMENT

Responsible for the maintenance of employment records and the response to authorized requests for information. Serve as the on-site contact person for coordinating various matters with the A&M System Offices and represent the university with various state, system, and federal audits.

FINANCIAL & OFFICE MANAGEMENT

Prepare and submit an annual budget for the department. Provide financial reports upon request. Review, revise, develop, and implement department procedures.

OTHER DUTIES

Contribute to the overall success of the university by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

The above represents the primary duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education - Master's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience - Seven years of related experience in human resources including at least four years of related supervisory experience.

Knowledge of - Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Knowledge of core functional areas in human resources such as recruiting, position analysis and classification, compensation, benefits, immigration, training and organizational development, performance management, employee relations, data analytics or reporting, HR information systems, and data management. Knowledge of employment law, regulations, and operations.

Ability to - Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Excellent interpersonal skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding. Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality of highly sensitive information. Demonstrated experience building a successful and service-oriented human resource department.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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