Assistant Dean of HR at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in chapel hill, North Carolina

Job Description:

Department:

SPH - Human Resources-460110

Career Area :

Human Resources

Posting Open Date:

12/10/2024

Application Deadline:

01/05/2025

Open Until Filled:

No

Position Type:

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title:

Assistant Dean of HR

Appointment Type:

EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number:

20010931

Vacancy ID:

NF0008731

Full Time/Part Time:

Full-Time Permanent

FTE:

1

Hours per week:

40

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

$99,450 - $140,000

Proposed Start Date:

02/03/2025

Be a Tar Heel!:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as
one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of
professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy
exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a
comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The mission of the School's human resources (HR) office is to provide counsel and guidance and to lead initiatives on behalf of the School. We serve as an adviser to School personnel on HR policies, procedures and systems including Appointments, Promotions and Tenure (APT); recruitment and hiring; performance management; employee relations; as well as many other areas. We also serve as the liaison between the School and various offices around campus (Provost's Office, Office of Human Resources, Equal Opportunity Office, Office of University Counsel, Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, as well as other UNC-Chapel Hill offices) on personnel issues.

Position Summary:

The Assistant Dean of Human Resources (HR) serves as the Chief Human Resources Officer within the Gillings School of Global Public Health (SPH). The individual is responsible for driving the overarching people strategy and operations across all employee types in all departments and units within Gillings. Ensures the strategy, underlying programs, and practices align with schoolwide and departmental objectives and with UNC-Chapel Hill and system/government policies. This includes interpretation of University HR policies, consultation and recommendation on HR issues and concerns, and development and implementation of HR strategies and plans.

The Assistant Dean leads the HR unit, supervising all Gillings School HR staff (currently 10), and serving as a partner to the School's eight (8) academic departments and 15 Central Administrative Units (CAUs). The unit handles HR operations for all employee types, including 240 full-time faculty and 415 permanent staff plus adjunct faculty, postdoctoral staff, student workers and temporary staff. More than 12% of our students and 11% of our permanent faculty are international citizens, requiring subject matter expertise in immigration laws. The Assistant Dean ensures integrity, efficiency, and effectiveness throughout the Appointments, Promotions and Tenure (APT) process as evident through our long track record of successful APT practices with campus. The Assistant Dean oversees operations, champions the HR function as it evolves and matures to best contribute to the school; builds infrastructure, best practices, best-in-class tools, and programs, along with establishing a talent mindset to meet the needs of this changing climate; provides counsel and guides all people related institutional needs including, but not limited to: workforce planning, recruiting, development, engagement, and retention; visa/international appointment issues; work with HR team and department managers on role classification and equitable compensation, using appropriate salary benchmarks; employee relations (EHRA and SHRA); review and feedback of performance plans and reviews; audits and reports; and benefit plan administration. A high degree of independent judgment and creativity is required to proactively identify, address, and mitigate risk in all personnel matters. This position is pivotal in driving the schools' mission forward.

The Assistant Dean is responsible for planning, preparation and implementation of new HR-related programs and systems in compliance with University direction and incorporating HR best practices, metrics and continuous quality improvement. The Assistant Dean guides and advises the Dean, Vice Dean, CAU leaders, department chairs, and business managers on a wide range of strategic matters pertaining to HR and assures effective alignment and communication of key institutional priorities and initiatives with human resources priorities and actions. The successful candidate has the capability to create a leadership development strategy and framework. The Assistant Dean reports to the Vice Dean and is a member of the Gillings School Dean's Council.

The Assistant Dean serves as the Gillings School's Chief HR Officer, the principal liaison with University central offices regarding HR-related matters, including the Office of Human Resources (OHR), Academic Personnel, the EEO/ADA Office, University Payroll Services, and Office of University Counsel. The Assistant Dean serves as an advocate to and active participant in the University's community of HR professionals.

The Assistant Dean is responsible for ensuring that all personnel actions and activities are compliant with relevant federal, state, system and university policies, and supports School and institutional equal opportunity and diversity, equity and inclusion goals. The Assistant Dean acts as EEO/Compliance officer for the School, in charge of preparation, monitoring and reporting on the annual diversity plan.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent) with three years or greater of related professional experience; for candidates demonstrating comparable professional backgrounds, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and five years or greater of relevant experience in substitution.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

The successful candidate must possess excellent oral and written communication skills, sound business judgment, tact and diplomacy, and the skill and experience to interact with personnel at all levels of the School and University. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to think strategically with strong problem-solving skills and experience developing and implementing HR policies and strategies. The candidate must be comfortable using a range of technologies for business functions. Gillings is an intense, fast-paced work environment which often requires special care due to the dynamic nature of personnel matters. The successful candidate must demonstrate a strong working knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations (e.g., FLSA, FMLA, ADA, ADEA) and have prior experience coordinating or managing some combination of recruitment, compensation, employee relations, position classification or employee benefits matters.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Evidence of professional qualifications with progressively responsible human resource management experience. Prior experience in the higher education setting is strongly preferred. Demonstrated experience in facilitating wellbeing programs and initiatives would be beneficial. Human resource certifications including CHRO, SHRM, or HRCI are preferred.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.

Special Instructions:

*This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

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