Director, Human Resources ll

At the University of Central Florida (UCF), we challenge each other and ourselves to do extraordinary things. And as a model for higher education in the 21st century, we create a large-scale positive effect on our students, our region and our world. For UCF faculty and staff, that means greater challenges to tackle, more meaningful opportunities to grow and rewarding experiences that go beyond a paycheck. 

UCF is seeking a qualified leader with the passion and talent to drive change as a Human Resources Director for the Division of the President.  UCF is embarking on a new way of delivering HR and financial services with the implementation of a Service Enhancement Transformation and Workday as a cloud-based ERP.  Polices, practices and technology are being revised and modernized. 

What you will be doing: 

The HR Director will support the strategic human resource needs for executive leaders within the Division of the President in collaboration with UCF's central Human Resource team. The HR Director will provide support, consultation, and guidance on complex talent strategies, practices, and employment issues for a wide range of units with unique specialties. The Division of the President currently includes the Office of the President, Government and Community Relations, Advancement, Communications, Legal Affairs, Audit, Compliance, Ethics, and Risk. The HR Director is also responsible for the oversight and continuous improvement of service delivery of HR functions across the division. This position reports to the Executive Chief of Staff and Chief Human Resource Officer and collaborates with UCF's HR service center to increase strategic support and service across the division while ensuring the business needs of the division's units are met.

• Work directly with executive leaders to strategically map out their talent needs while helping to identify positions, classify roles, set appropriate compensation levels, and approve personnel transactions to achieve the desired strategic outcomes. Ensure unit leaders are aware of university programs and tools that support their objectives. Oversee annual workforce planning for units.
• Provide leadership and development to the HR professionals within the division to ensure resources are organized to support the unique needs of the units and departments within the division. Manage continuous improvement of HR service delivery while serving as a liaison for the Division of the President and shape institutional process, policy, or practice changes.
• Manage and support the delivery of training and communications to units and departments within the college to ensure they have an understanding of the tools, programs, policies, and processes organized through Central Human Resources to support their areas' employment needs.
• Provide professional HR advisory services to managers, leaders, and employees in the supported units on workforce planning, talent management, performance management, employee relations, employee engagement, and employee rewards and recognition programs.
• Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention. Handle employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors and consult with the Center of Expertise staff in addressing complex/or sensitive matters. Plan and implement broad workforce initiatives to improve culture.
• Serve on the HR Advisory Council, and other university committees aligned with the position’s responsibilities.

Working at UCF has its perks!  In addition to the opportunity to  drive change and have a positive impact supporting our students, staff, and faculty, UCF offers:

• Competitive compensation
• No Florida State income tax
• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off, including annual and sick leave and paid holidays
• Retirement savings options
• Employee reward and recognition programs
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
• Education assistance
• Flexible work environment
• Professional development
• And more…For more benefit information, hr.ucf.edu.

What You’ll Need: 

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Business Management or related field
• 8+ years of relevant human resources experience.
• 3+ years of leadership experience. 

Preferred Qualifications:   

• Related Master's degree
• Professional HR Certification(s) (SPHR) (SHRM-SCP) (SHRL)
• Higher education experience
• ERP experience
• Experience comprehending, interpreting, and appropriately applying the sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
• Experience working in multiple human resources disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee relations, diversity, performance management, organizational development, talent acquisition, and applicable employment laws.
• Effective communication and critical thinking skills are applied to all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated leadership experience to cultivate relationships across teams.

EEO statement: 

The University of Central Florida is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.