Director - Human Resources

Company: Columbia University
Location: New York
Posted on: November 6, 2024

Job Description:

• 
  
• Job Type: Officer of Administration
  
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
  
• Hours Per Week: 35
  
• Salary Range: $145,000 - $168,700
  
  The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
  Position Summary
  Columbia University Libraries is a globally-recognized academic research library, serving one of the world's most important centers of research and learning. The Libraries build, sustain, and make discoverable collections that transcend traditional boundaries of format and domain, keeping pace with a dynamic and rapidly evolving information environment and creating unique opportunities for users to encounter global thought.
  Reporting to the Vice Provost and University Librarian, the Director manages the activities of the University Libraries' Human Resources Department and oversees the development and ongoing management of a robust and sustainable human resources function across the Libraries organization.
  Responsibilities
  
  • 
    
  • Serve as a thought leader and advocate for organizational development, driving a program that communicates the organization's values and goals.
    
  • Develop, roll out, and manage a comprehensive onboarding program for officers and staff.
    
  • Oversee department operations and develop, lead, and mentor a team of four professional and support staff members.
    
  • Direct the performance evaluation and salary increase processes for all non-union staff.
    
  • Participate in University contract negotiations with local 1199 and 2110.
    
  • Manage the position classification process and System of Professional Ranks for Officers of the Libraries.
    
  • Develop strategies for recognizing staff achievements and increasing staff engagement.
    
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and University regulations and guidelines.
    
  • Manage special projects affecting Library operations.
    
    Minimum Qualifications
    
    • 
      
    • Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible HR experience.
      
    • Demonstrated ability to anticipate organizational needs broadly and identify ways to address them effectively.
      
    • Demonstrated experience building and using data to inform decision-making.
      
    • Demonstrated commitment to professional growth through continuing education in the field of human resources management.
      
    • Leadership skills include the ability to effectively influence stakeholders at all levels.
      
    • Commitment to building a diverse and inclusive community in the workplace.
      
    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
      
    • Ability to build learning pathways and coach employees on career development opportunities.
      
    • Strong team building and supervisory skills.
      
    • Analytical approach to problem-solving.
      
    • Proficiency in MS Office and Google Workspace.
      
      Preferred Qualifications
      
      • 
        
      • Experience in Higher Education and having supported a unionized workforce.
        
      • SHRM/HRCI certification desirable.
        
        Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
        Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.
        #J-18808-Ljbffr

Keywords: Columbia University, East Brunswick , Director - Human Resources, Executive , New York, New Jersey