- Chief Human Resources Officer Newport
- Northern Kentucky University in Newport, KY, United States
- jobs
- 1 month ago
jobs description
Posting Details
Position Information
Working Title
Chief Human Resources Officer
Department
Human Resources
Compensation Title
Chief Human Resources Officer
Position Number
30002995
Position Status
Regular
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday 8:15 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Hours per Week
37.5
Months per Year
12
Commitment to Inclusive Excellence
Northern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access
institution. We embrace inclusiveness, equity, and global awareness
in all dimensions of our work and seek excellence through diversity
among our students, administrators, faculty, and staff. Application
by members of diverse groups is encouraged.
Purpose of Position
We seek an exceptional, strategic HR leader to transform our human
resources function during a critical technological and
organizational change period. The ideal candidate will be a
strategic executive able to manage human resources issues in a
large organization. This candidate must be able to operate as a
trusted advisor to the President, Cabinet, and Board but also drive
organizational effectiveness, lead a comprehensive enterprise
resource planning ( ERP ) system implementation, optimize HR
operational efficiency, develop high-performing teams, and utilize
best practices within a complex higher education environment.
Reporting Structure:
• Reports to the Vice President of Administration and
Finance
• Member of the University Cabinet/Executive Team
• Leads HR Department of team members, including Benefits,
Payroll, Wellness, Employee Relations, Title IX, Training &
Development, and Compensation/Classification
Strategic Context:
Northern Kentucky University is launching a comprehensive ERP
system conversion in Spring 2025, focusing on modernizing human
resources management technologies. The selected Chief Human
Resources Officer will be a key leader in this transformative
initiative, steering the implementation and ensuring seamless
organizational adaptation.
Primary Responsibilities
Strategic HR Leadership
• Supports organizational needs through comprehensive human
resources strategies aligned with university-wide strategic
objectives
• Design and implement HR policies and procedures that support
organizational growth and employee engagement
• Provide executive-level leadership and counsel to senior
management on human capital strategies and workforce planning
ERP Systems Transformation and Change Management
• Will supervise the enterprise resource planning ( ERP ) system
conversion for HR technologies, scheduled for Spring 2025
• Responsible for the comprehensive change-management strategy
that will support specific department change management and work
with vendor change management resources
• Coordinate cross-functional implementation with IT, Finance,
and other key departments
• Minimize organizational disruption during system
implementation
• Develop robust user adoption and training programs
• Establish clear metrics for successful system implementation
and user engagement
HR Department Optimization and Innovation
• Create a continuous improvement framework for HR operations and
on-going analysis of current HR processes to identify streamlining
and efficiency improvement opportunities
• Implement best practices and innovative approaches to enhance
HR service delivery
• Utilize advanced data analytics to drive strategic
decision-making and demonstrate HR’s organizational value
• Develop and track comprehensive key performance indicators
(KPIs) for HR departmental effectiveness
Talent Management and Organizational Development
• Supports talent acquisition, recruitment, and employment
processes
• Ensure compliance with Federal and State employment laws
• Support the university’s commitment to equity, diversity, and
inclusiveness
• Develop and implement strategic training and organizational
development programs
• Create comprehensive performance management systems
Compensation and Benefits Strategy
• Develop and implement competitive, cost-effective compensation
and benefits plans
• Administer insurance, retirement, and benefits programs
• Ensure regulatory compliance of all wage and benefit
initiatives
• Conduct periodic market analyses to maintain
competitiveness
Qualifications
Education and Certification
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration,
Public Administration, or related field (Master’s degree
preferred)
• Advanced HR professional credentials preferred:
• Senior Professional in Human Resources ( SPHR )
• SHRM -Senior Certified Professional ( SHRM - SCP )
• Other relevant advanced HR certifications
Experience Requirements
• Minimum 10 years of progressive HR leadership experience
• Demonstrated experience and expertise in:
• Large-scale ERP system implementation
• Change management in complex organizational environments
• Higher education or large, multidisciplinary enterprise HR
leadership
• Proven track record of developing and implementing strategic HR
initiatives
Technical and Operational Skills
• Advanced proficiency in HRIS and ERP systems ( SAP, Workday,
Oracle or Banner preferred)
• Strong data analytics and workforce planning capabilities
• Expertise in HR reporting and business intelligence tools
• Comprehensive understanding of HR technology ecosystems
Interpersonal and Leadership Competencies
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse constituencies
• Strong change-management and strategic thinking
capabilities
• Innovative problem-solving approach
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive organizational
culture
Compensation and Benefits
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Relocation assistance may be available
Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Education
Master's Degree
Minimum Experience
10 years
Salary
Pay Grade
UN
Posting Detail Information
Requisition Number
2024S2154
Job Open Date
12/18/2024
Job Close Date
Quick Link
https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/14555
Is this an internal only posting?
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
• * Why are you interested in this position?
(Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• References
Optional Documents
Newport KY United States