HR Manager

The Human Resources Manager provides management and operational oversight for all HR functions, ensuring alignment between people strategies and organizational goals. This role serves as a trusted advisor to the executive council, driving initiatives that strengthen organizational culture, enhance workforce performance, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Minimum of five (5)years Human Resources related experience

An equivalent combination of education and/or relevant experience may be considered in lieu of formal degree requirements.

Strong analytical skills, extensive computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Minimum of seven (7) years Human Resources related experience

Supervisory experience

Human Resource Certification

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

Knowledge of applicable federal,state and tribal statutes, regulations and policies regarding employee rights, principles and techniques of hiring,employee evaluation, and employee orientations

Ability to utilize interpersonal skills to work effectively with all employees

Ability to lead, instruct and manage a large variety of details

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to learn the university ERP software as it pertains to HR functions

Ability to manage the department budget and professional/employee development funding

Ability to implementprocess improvements and workflow improvements

Ability to facilitate employee training through various delivery methods

Ability to calculatewagesandbenefits with a high degree of accuracy

Maintainstrict confidentiality

Interpret,analyze, and apply applicable employment laws and policies

Serve on, and possibly act as Chairperson on universitycommittees

Ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines

Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends when necessary

Work Environment:

Work is performed in a professional office setting using standard office equipment

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing administrative tasks

Occasional bending, reaching, and lifting of materials, typically up to 20 pounds

Regular walking throughout the office to attend meetings and support staff requests

Occasional travel may be required

Supervision:

HR Assistant

Key Responsibilities:

Manage human resources strategies, policies, and practices that align with LCOOU educational mission and values.

Administer the full-cycle recruitment process to include position postings, candidate screening, interview scheduling, background investigations, formal offers, and execution of employment agreements/contracts.

Coordinate employee benefit programs (including open enrollment) and maintain regular contact with benefits broker regarding plan design, changes, and costs.

Conduct periodic compensation analysis and review of salary surveys to ensure internal equity and external competitiveness for all LCOOU positions.

Cultivate a positive employee relations environment by educating staff on engagement strategies, leadership effectiveness, coaching and counseling practices, conflict resolution, interpersonal communication, and high-performing team dynamics.

Administer the annual performance evaluation process to include distribution, collection, and filing of evaluation forms and documentation.

Provide guidance to university executive council on human resource strategies, organizational effectiveness, and workforce-related matters.

Coordinate staff training sessions to include tracking and adherence regarding compliance requirements and policy & procedure updates.

Manage investigations, documentation, and resolution of complex employee relations issues.

Provide data-driven insights and recommendations regarding human resources to support executive decision-making and organizational effectiveness.

Conduct annual review of HR policies, procedures, and practices; advise executive council on recommended changes.

Coordinate with payroll to ensure accurate and timely processing of employee compensation, benefits, deductions, and payroll-related requirements.

Compile various data sets related to personnel as requested by the board, AIMS/AKIS, IPEDS, and others as needed.

Ensure organization compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

Coordinate the exit interview process to identify trends, strengthen retention strategies, and recommend organizational improvements.

Represent the university at personnel-related hearings, proceedings,and formal investigations.

Other duties and special projects as assigned.

$63,000 - $70,000 annually