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California State University, Los Angeles · 2 months ago

Senior Associate Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$10,106/mo - $35,441/mo

10+ years exp

California State University, Los Angeles is a premier public university committed to engagement and service. They are seeking a Senior Associate Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer to lead Human Resources Management, overseeing various HR functions and providing strategic counsel to University leadership.

Education

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership within human resources, and throughout the University, serving as a trusted resource, a champion for innovation, navigating issues, and furthering Cal State LA’s mission and impact on the people and communities it serves

Develop and implement a clear and unified vision for Human Resources Management that supports the University’s mission and strategic priorities

Partner with the President, Cabinet, and Deans to align HR strategies with institutional goals, fostering a culture of collaboration and shared purpose

Represent Cal State LA within the California State University system and with external partners, serving as an advocate for the University’s needs and perspectives

Prioritize and expand efforts to apply a mission-centric lens to all decision-making and strategic planning within the University

Oversee all HRM operations, including recruitment, classification, compensation, payroll, benefits, and labor and employee relations

Assess and streamline HR policies and procedures to enhance efficiency, clarity, and accessibility for the campus community

Ensure compliance with federal and state law, as well as CSU systemwide policies, in coordination with University Counsel

Provide leadership in navigating labor and employee relations, building collaborative relationships with unions, address employee grievances, conduct investigations into workplace misconduct, and resolve complex personnel matters, while promoting a culture of accountability and professionalism

Leverage technology, data, and best practices to improve HR processes and reporting

Build and maintain strong, trusting relationships with faculty, staff, administrators, and students through active listening, transparency, and responsiveness

Lead a 'listening tour' and ongoing engagement efforts to identify strengths and areas for improvement in HR services

Champion a service-oriented people culture that is approachable, consistent, and supportive of the University’s academic and administrative units

Promote a culture that integrates and empowers human resources staff, supports cross-functional collaboration, and strengthens communications and relationship-building efforts throughout the University

Ensure that HRM is viewed as a strategic partner and advocate for the University community

Provide consistent leadership and clear direction for staff. Define departmental and individual goals, specify responsibilities and accountabilities, and evaluate staff performance regularly

Deploy resources efficiently, effectively, and fairly, working with direct reports to balance workload and effort, facilitate any workplace conflicts, and provide regular feedback so staff can continuously improve their supervision and mentoring skills

Invest in the professional growth and development of staff, fostering a culture of mentorship, accountability, and continuous improvement

Qualification

Human Resources ManagementLabor RelationsCalifornia Employment LawProfessional HR CertificationMulticultural Environment ExperienceStrategic LeadershipTeam BuildingCollaborationCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university

Ten or more years of relevant professional experience in human resources, with at least five years in a supervisory or senior management capacity, preferably within large, complex organizations

Familiarity with labor relations, union environments, and California employment law

Demonstrate an interest or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU

California State University, Los Angeles requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California