Job Title

　　Chief Human Resources Officer

　　Agency

　　Texas A&M University - Kingsville

　　Department

　　Office of the President

　　Proposed Minimum Salary

　　Commensurate

　　Job Location

　　Kingsville, Texas

　　Job Type

　　Staff

　　Job Description

　　Job Summary

　　Under the general direction of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) is responsible for creating and implementing a strategic vision for a wide range of services with an emphasis on service excellence while ensuring operational effectiveness and efficiency. The CHRO plans, develops, and administers human resources functions and advises and consults on related issues. The CHRO additionally works collaboratively with campus stakeholders and participates in strategic planning, budgeting, and policy/procedure development.

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities

　　LEADERSHIP

　　Provide the university leadership for all aspects of the human resources function. Recommend, revise, and implement HR/employment policies. Ensure university rules and policies align with system regulations and comply with relevant federal and State employment laws and regulations and the university's philosophy and mission. Supervise and provide coaching, as necessary, to all HR staff employees. Serve as the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Officer and the Affirmative Action Officer. Supervise the development and submittal of the annual Affirmative Action Plan. Promote and participate in initiatives on campus.

　　EMPLOYEE RELATIONS

　　Supervise staff in the administration of employee relations and act as an impartial party to ensure that the rights of the employee and the interests of the university are protected. Coordinate all aspects of the disciplinary process for all university non-faculty employees to ensure fair and equitable treatment under the employment regulations, policies, rules, and procedures. Provide guidance with informal and formal complaints and appeals. May be responsible for employer responses regarding EEOC charges. Counsel with and facilitate communication between employees and/or supervisors to address, and where possible, resolve workplace problems. Counsel with the Office of the Provost on faculty and employee relations issues upon request.

　　STAFFING AND EMPLOYMENT

　　Supervise the administration of approved employment policies and procedures designed to select and hire non-faculty employees. Oversee the administrative processes around federally required I-9 work authorization including document verification, records management, and compliance. May assist Office of the Provost in the selection and hiring of faculty employees. Administer an exit interview program to develop effective retention procedures.

　　BENEFITS

　　Supervise staff in the administration of insurance, retirement, and tax-deferred accounts and other benefits offered by the university and the Texas A&M System. Oversees the internal FMLA administration process. May represent the university at System Employees Benefit Advisory Committee (SEBAC) meetings as a non-voting member. Work effectively with Risk Management, UPD, and A&M System regarding on-the-job injuries and worker's compensation claims.

　　COMPENSATION & HRIS

　　Ensure implementation and maintenance of all campus wage and salary programs for non-faculty employees. Oversee the position description development, classification reviews, salary studies, and the annual comprehensive pay plan. Monitor the University's market competitiveness and conduct other compensation analyses to ensure fairness externally and internally. Participate in university and other salary surveys. Works effectively with payroll services to ensure employees are paid in a timely and correct manner. Upon request, assist the Office of the Provost with compensation analysis of faculty employees.

　　TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT

　　Supervise staff to ensure training opportunities are provided to all staff employees to meet state requirements, improve job performance, and enhance professional and skill development. Oversee and assess annual and periodic performance evaluation processes. Make recommendations for process improvements. May lead the President’s Leadership Academy for Staff and Faculty participants.

　　RECORDS MANAGEMENT

　　Responsible for the maintenance of employment records and the response to authorized requests for information. Serve as the on-site contact person for coordinating various matters with the A&M System Offices and represent the university with various state, system, and federal audits.

　　FINANCIAL & OFFICE MANAGEMENT

　　Prepare and submit an annual budget for the department. Provide financial reports upon request. Review, revise, develop, and implement department procedures.

　　OTHER DUTIES

　　Contribute to the overall success of the university by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

　　The above represents the primary duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Education - Master’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

　　Experience – Seven years of related experience in human resources including at least four years of related supervisory experience.

　　Knowledge of – Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Knowledge of core functional areas in human resources such as recruiting, position analysis and classification, compensation, benefits, immigration, training and organizational development, performance management, employee relations, data analytics or reporting, HR information systems, and data management. Knowledge of employment law, regulations, and operations.

　　Ability to – Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Excellent interpersonal skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding. Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality of highly sensitive information. Demonstrated experience building a successful and service-oriented human resource department.

　　All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

　　Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

　　Thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) ! We are a public research university located in Kingsville, Texas. TAMUK is the southernmost campus of the Texas A&M University System. It is located 40 miles southwest of Corpus Christi and is within a 4-hour or less drive to multiple metro areas, including: San Antonio, Austin, Houston, and Brownsville- McAllen- Harlingen.

　　The mission of Texas A&M University- Kingsville is to enrich lives through education, discovery, and service in South Texas and beyond. The university's enrollment of approximately 7,000 students reflects the ethnic diversity of South Texas, with approximately 65% of the students of Hispanic origin. The university consists of five academic colleges: Arts & Sciences, Business Administration, Engineering, Agriculture & Natural Resources, and Education & Human Performance. The University has the Carnegie classification of: Doctoral University: High Research Activity .

　　According to Forbes Media, ratings from Javelina alumni rank Texas A&M University- Kingsville among the top 25 Universities in the nation. The rankings are based on alumni feedback about their experience at the institution.

　　Kingsville, a friendly and safe community , is home to nearly 30,000 people and represents a vital part of the Texas ranching industry with more than 60,000 cattle and 300 quarter horses. In addition to being home to the first institution of higher learning in South Texas, Kingsville is also home to Naval Air Station Kingsville and several Fortune 500 industrial companies.

　　From its quaint, historical buildings downtown to the longhorn and Santa Gertrudis cattle that graze in the legendary King Ranch, Kingsville still retains much of its unique historical charm while continuing to steadily grow into its future .

　　Visi t www.tamuk.edu or www.kingsvilletexas.com for more information.

　　If you need assistance in applying for any position , please contact a recruiting partner at (361) 593-3705.

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