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We are a proud equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we seek applicants with deep connections to the cultural communities to which our students belong. We actively seek and encourage applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
NOTICE OF VACANCY
Associate Vice President of Human Resources
Classification: MnSCU Administrator 5
Unlimited, Full-time
8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (Monday – Friday)
Salary Range: Annually from $87,098 to $139,466 *Salary placement is dependent on education and experience
The vacancy is posted on-line from September 3, 2024 through September 23, 2024
THE POSITION AND THE DEPARTMENT
The Associate Vice President of Human Resources provides operational leadership, planning, development, implementation, and daily work direction for human resources functions college-wide. The AVP of Human Resources is a critical point of coordination between the Human Resources department and other college departments, serves on the college’s Administrative Council, and provides subject matter expertise to support employee relations, training and development for more than 600 employees, and contract interpretation. This position also implements operational strategy for the department and oversees its day-to-day operations.
The AVP of Human Resources facilitates an inclusive and collaborative culture with a focus on client service, accountability for results, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The position involves significant discretion and substantial involvement in policy development, interpretation, implementation, and compliance.
This position will also actively advance the college’s strategic goals, including to achieve equity in educational outcomes and to support a culturally responsive and service-oriented culture, through individual, departmental, and collegewide efforts. These efforts include co-planning equity-minded Professional Development Days for all employees twice per year.
Reports to: Vice President of People & Culture
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Communications, Organizational Development or other related field and five (5) years of Human Resources generalist experience, with a minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Or an Associate’s degree in Human Resources, Communications, Organizational Development or other related field and seven (7) years of Human Resources generalist experience, with a minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities we will interview for:
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging
- Proven experience successfully translating HR strategies into actionable plans and goals
- Proficient knowledge and application of employment laws and regulations, including Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), Title IX, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Unemployment, and Worker’s Compensation
- Exceptional client service and relationship management skills, with ability to communicate effectively and professionally, with sensitivity, discretion, and confidentiality
- Knowledge and application of theories and practices of management and leadership sufficient to successfully direct human and fiscal resources
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including leading discussions and presentations with varied audiences
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s or similar degree
- Professional certification as SHRM-SCP or SPHR
- Experience in a non-profit, government, or higher education setting
- Experience in a union environment, including proficient interpretation of multiple collective bargaining agreements and applicable laws
- Demonstrable experience aligning position descriptions, work behaviors, and KSA’s, preferably using a complex classification system
- Proficient technology skills, especially with Microsoft Office applications, HRIS such as Workday, and applicant tracking systems
- Demonstrated experience effectively fostering and sustaining global and cultural inclusiveness
- Demonstrated successful management of organizational change and leading organizations through transitions
WHY NORMANDALE
Normandale is the largest community college in the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system, annually serving almost 15,000 students from a diverse set of backgrounds, 47% of whom are students of color and nearly 25% are first-generation. We offer opportunities for individuals to grow, learn, and advance their careers while working for an organization that is committed to providing an inclusive and equitable space for students and employees to learn. We are passionately committed to achieving racial equity in student outcomes and in advancing cultural responsiveness in the classroom and services provided. Learn more about working at Normandale Community College here.
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GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE
As an agency of the State of Minnesota, Normandale offers a comprehensive benefits package including low-cost medical, dental, vision insurance, short- and long-term disability, generous vacation and sick leave, 11 paid holidays each year, employer paid life insurance, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, and tax-deferred compensation plans. Additional benefits include tuition waivers available for yourself and eligible dependents once certain criteria are met.
For information on benefits, visit SEGIP’s website SEGIP. This position is also part of the Personnel Plan for Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Administrators. The following link (https://www.minnstate.edu/system/working/docs/contracts/administrators-plan.pdf) outlines many additional benefits provided.
For more information on retirement benefits, please view the retirement brochure through MMB.
HOW TO APPLY
- Please submit your online application and supporting information to:
https://minnstate.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Minnesota_State_Careers/job/Bloomington/Associate-Vice-President-of-Human-Resources_JR0000000484
- Upload (attach) a cover letter that addresses how your qualifications align with the requirements of this position;
- Upload (attach) current resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
The College regrets that it is unable to offer H-1B sponsorship at this time. The successful candidate, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, must be available to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.
An offer for this position may be contingent upon the completion of a background check.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Normandale Community College is committed to honoring human differences and cultivating inclusion of different values and ideas in employment and education opportunity. The college is committed to the principle that all individuals are to be treated with equality and dignity.
No person shall be discriminated against in the terms and conditions of employment, personnel practices, or access to and participation in, programs, services, and activities with regard to race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. In addition, discrimination in employment based on familial status or membership or activity in a local commission as defined by law is prohibited.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance, please contact Human Resources at (952) 358-8269 or jobs@normandale.edu. Please indicate what assistance is needed.