Associate Vice Chancellor for Human Resources

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The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Required Education and/or Experience:

• Earned bachelor's degree in human resource management or related field from an accredited institution;
• Ten years of progressive experience managing or administering human resource programs including five years' leadership experience;
• Experience with human resources law and regulatory provisions, such as FLSA and other DOL regulations, workers compensation, and Title IX;
• Demonstrated creativity and strategic approach in keeping up with human resources innovations, including leadership skills and the ability to formulate, communicate, and execute strategic initiatives.
  

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• Earned master's degree or advanced certificate in human resource management or related field from an accredited institution;
• Human resource management experience at an institution of higher education;
• Successful experience with financial management including budgets and financial analyses related to human resource programs;
• Evidence of successfully implementing and/or effective use of administrative information systems and related computer-assisted processes;
• A history of building productive collaborative relationships;
• Experience conducting investigations and mediating conflict;
• Active participation in human resource organizations.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Management of all HR functions;
• Collaborate with leadership to implement HR strategy that will support the university's mission;
• Management of the Title IX Office;
• Oversee benefits management for faculty, staff, and retirees. Benefits options consist of a self-insured health insurance plan through the UA System Office and both AR State defined benefit plan andTIAAand Fidelity optional retirement plans;
• Research federal and state laws and UA Board of Trustees policies for the development or enhancement of university policies;
• Coach employees and managers on university and Board of Trustees policies and procedures and provide guidance on application of the policies and procedures;
• Provide direction to the administration and supervisors regarding disciplinary actions and employee terminations;
• Manage position allocations and recruitment efforts in accordance with Arkansas Legislative directives and participate in personnel budget sessions with the Legislative Personnel Committee;
• Oversee the development and implementation of campus-wide training on various Human Resource topics, and lead training sessions;
• Coordinate immigration visas and permanent resident sponsorships with the university's immigration attorney;
• Review grievances andEEOrelated complaints; oversee investigations conducted by the Employee Relations Director; utilize policies, state laws, and federal regulations to resolve grievances andEEOallegations;
• Responsible for knowledge of Workday business processes, security roles, updates, and implementation;
• Administer the annual Performance Evaluation Program;
• Manage HR and Title IX departmental salary and expense budgets;
• Manage HR Recruitment Budget
• Responsible for the maintenance of all employee records;
• Prepare personnel data reports, Freedom of Information Act requests, and ad hoc reports for internal, external, and legislative inquiries;
• OverseeFMLA,ADA/PWFAaccommodations, and Workers' Comp claims and the administration of the university's Leave without Pay programs;
• Oversee the maintenance and update of the Human Resources' website;
• Serve as the designated 504 Coordinator for the university;
• Represent the campus on the UA System Benefits Committee;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal skills as exhibited by the ability to influence others, gather information from individuals and groups, and build collaborative relationships across the organization with individuals at all levels including elected officials and government agencies;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary to document and present work outcomes and deliverables;
• Knowledge of human resources and Title IX best practices, benchmarking, and HR systems;
• Ability to understand and assimilate information and data for decision-making;
• Knowledge of federal and state human resources and Title IX laws and regulations;
• Knowledge of the unique characteristics of higher education human resources;
• Excellent planning, organizational, and time-management skills coupled with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines;
• The ability to handle and manage confidential information.

Additional Information:

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.