Director of Harvard College Human Resources

21-Mar-2024

Faculty of Arts and Sciences

65348BR

Position Description

Leadership and Strategy:

• Collaborates with FAS HR Consulting to ensure consistent application of policies, processes and best practices
• Designs and implements a partnership model for the delivery of the full range of HR services across Harvard College.
• Leverages the use of data and HR Analytics to inform business solutions
• Facilitates long-term initiatives aligned with the Harvard Human Resources strategic priorities. Collaborates and provides input for succession planning, organizational development and other strategic initiatives including change management.
• Addresses the need for policy appeals and/or resources for investigations, as needed
• Proactively develops, implements, and supports human resources related strategies and guidelines in relation to the organization’s mission, objectives, and operational needs.
• Builds and maintains effective relationships with department heads / staff to understand needs and provide strategic human resources support.
• Compensation decisions, performance goals and reviews are to be coordinated between the Associate Dean for HR and the Dean, Administration and Finance annually.
• The College HR team is expected to follow university policies and generally adhere to FAS HR practices whenever possible and appropriate.

Staff Management:

• Assures that performance expectations are clear and consistent.
• Partners with the FAS HR team of HR professionals responsible for talent management and career development, ensuring staff has the needed tools, resources, and training opportunities to succeed and grow professionally
• Manages a Manager of Staffing and Training, Senior HR Consultant, and HR Coordinator and collaborates with a Talent Acquisition Consultant under FAS HR that supports the College. 

Client Relations:

• Proactively and responsively gathers, assesses, communicates, and responds to feedback on HR services, making appropriate adjustments as needed.
• Develops, promotes and implements feedback mechanisms for employees and managers to ensure appropriate HR. consultation services and processes are being offered within the College
• In partnership with Sr HR Consultant, crafts strategic communications to advance FAS HR programs and agenda
• Supports FAS HR team in communicating HR’s vision, mission, and initiatives with clients

Delivery of services:

• Serves as an internal expert and provides guidance with state and federal employment and labor laws, and University workforce policies in partnership with FAS HR Sr. HR Consultant
• Completes all Classification review forms for the college and coordinates with FAS HR Sr. Consultant to ensure documents are ready for classification review analyst and committee.
• Ensures that a strong leadership, development, inclusive and coaching culture permeates the client organizations
• Owns, updates, and maintains local HRIS for proctors, tutors, house aides (HORATIO) 

Stakeholder relations:

• In partnership with FAS Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (ODEIB), the Director for DEIB in FAS HR and the FAS Director of Talent Acquisition and Development, champions the attraction, development, and retention of a diverse, talented, and engaged workforce
• Works with FAS HR Sr. Consultant to liaise with Harvard’s Office of Labor and Employee Relations and the Office of the General Counsel on matters related to the HUCTW contract and employment law
• Attends to the promotion of a positive work culture and helps to drive culture change through Spirit events, manager coaching, and other approaches  

Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent work experience required
• Minimum of 10 years’ relevant HR experience
• Supervisory experience

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Proven ability to work effectively across a complex organization, and a collaborative and consultative interpersonal work style
• Experience in Higher Education and with diverse employee types, including academic appointments and various non-typical service providers (advisors, student employees, etc.) 
• Proficiency in key functional areas of HR: Employee Relations, Organizational Development, DEIB, Labor Relations, Staffing, HR Project Management, Compensation and HR Analytics
• Demonstrated working knowledge of policy development; strong understanding of local, state and federal labor and employment law including the MEPA, NLRA, FLSA, FMLA, MAPFML, ADA needed
• Proven expertise in change management
• Well-developed skills in motivating and managing teams

Physical Requirements

Occasional carrying, lifting, or moving for events or meetings

Working Conditions

This hybrid position requires three days per week on-campus in Cambridge, MA.
The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.

Additional Information

Applicants are highly encouraged to submit a cover letter at time of application.  In order to advance to an initial interview, a cover letter is required.
All formal offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.
We are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship for this position.

About Us

Harvard College is a close-knit undergraduate community within Harvard University. With world-class faculty, groundbreaking research opportunities, and a commitment to a diverse environment of bright, talented students, Harvard is more than just a place to get an education—it’s where students come to be transformed.

The College enrolls over 7000 students and oversees their academic, residential, and co-curricular experiences. The College is comprised of six major administrative units including the Office of the Dean, the Office of Undergraduate Education, the Dean of Students Office, the Office of Student Services, the Center for Public Service and Engaged Scholarship, and the Office for the Arts.

Benefits

We invite you to visit Harvard’s Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards ) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:

• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
• Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
• Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
• Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
• Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.

Job Function

Human Resources

Department Office Location

USA – MA – Cambridge

Job Code

H0460M HR Generalist Management VI

Work Format

Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)

Department

Harvard College, Office of the Dean

Union

00 – Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

Pre-Employment Screening

Credit, Criminal, Education, Identity

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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