Chief Human Resources Officer

Northern Kentucky University

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20 Campbell Drive (Show on map)

Dec 19, 2024

Posting Details

Position Information

Working Title	Chief Human Resources Officer
Department	Human Resources
Compensation Title	Chief Human Resources Officer
Position Number	30002995
Position Status	Regular
Work Schedule	Monday-Friday 8:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Hours per Week	37.5
Months per Year	12
Commitment to Inclusive Excellence	Northern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution. We embrace inclusiveness, equity, and global awareness in all dimensions of our work and seek excellence through diversity among our students, administrators, faculty, and staff. Application by members of diverse groups is encouraged.
Purpose of Position	We seek an exceptional, strategic HR leader to transform our human resources function during a critical technological and organizational change period. The ideal candidate will be a strategic executive able to manage human resources issues in a large organization. This candidate must be able to operate as a trusted advisor to the President, Cabinet, and Board but also drive organizational effectiveness, lead a comprehensive enterprise resource planning ( ERP) system implementation, optimize HR operational efficiency, develop high-performing teams, and utilize best practices within a complex higher education environment. Reporting Structure: Reports to the Vice President of Administration and Finance Member of the University Cabinet/Executive Team Leads HR Department of team members, including Benefits, Payroll, Wellness, Employee Relations, Title IX, Training & Development, and Compensation/Classification Strategic Context: Northern Kentucky University is launching a comprehensive ERP system conversion in Spring 2025, focusing on modernizing human resources management technologies. The selected Chief Human Resources Officer will be a key leader in this transformative initiative, steering the implementation and ensuring seamless organizational adaptation.
Primary Responsibilities	Strategic HR Leadership Supports organizational needs through comprehensive human resources strategies aligned with university-wide strategic objectives Design and implement HR policies and procedures that support organizational growth and employee engagement Provide executive-level leadership and counsel to senior management on human capital strategies and workforce planning ERP Systems Transformation and Change Management Will supervise the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system conversion for HR technologies, scheduled for Spring 2025 Responsible for the comprehensive change-management strategy that will support specific department change management and work with vendor change management resources Coordinate cross-functional implementation with IT, Finance, and other key departments Minimize organizational disruption during system implementation Develop robust user adoption and training programs Establish clear metrics for successful system implementation and user engagement HR Department Optimization and Innovation Create a continuous improvement framework for HR operations and on-going analysis of current HR processes to identify streamlining and efficiency improvement opportunities Implement best practices and innovative approaches to enhance HR service delivery Utilize advanced data analytics to drive strategic decision-making and demonstrate HR's organizational value Develop and track comprehensive key performance indicators (KPIs) for HR departmental effectiveness Talent Management and Organizational Development Supports talent acquisition, recruitment, and employment processes Ensure compliance with Federal and State employment laws Support the university's commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusiveness Develop and implement strategic training and organizational development programs Create comprehensive performance management systems Compensation and Benefits Strategy Develop and implement competitive, cost-effective compensation and benefits plans Administer insurance, retirement, and benefits programs Ensure regulatory compliance of all wage and benefit initiatives Conduct periodic market analyses to maintain competitiveness
Qualifications	Education and Certification Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field (Master's degree preferred) Advanced HR professional credentials preferred: Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) SHRM-Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) Other relevant advanced HR certifications Experience Requirements Minimum 10 years of progressive HR leadership experience Demonstrated experience and expertise in: Large-scale ERP system implementation Change management in complex organizational environments Higher education or large, multidisciplinary enterprise HR leadership Proven track record of developing and implementing strategic HR initiatives Technical and Operational Skills Advanced proficiency in HRIS and ERP systems (SAP, Workday, Oracle or Banner preferred) Strong data analytics and workforce planning capabilities Expertise in HR reporting and business intelligence tools Comprehensive understanding of HR technology ecosystems Interpersonal and Leadership Competencies Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively with diverse constituencies Strong change-management and strategic thinking capabilities Innovative problem-solving approach Commitment to fostering an inclusive organizational culture Compensation and Benefits Competitive salary commensurate with experience Comprehensive benefits package Relocation assistance may be available
Minimum Education	Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Education	Master's Degree
Minimum Experience	10 years
Salary
Pay Grade	UN

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number	2024S2154
Job Open Date	12/18/2024
Job Close Date
Quick Link	https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/14555
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