Clark College is currently accepting applications for a full-time, 12-month, exempt Vice President of Human Resources. This position is responsible for leading the development and implementation of strategies and programs that promote a positive and engaged workforce. From recruiting and hiring top talent to developing and implementing training programs, to fostering a culture of inclusion and diversity, the Vice President of Human Resources plays a vital role in shaping the organization?s overall direction and success.
We are seeking a Vice President of Human Resources who has knowledge and experience in labor relations, contract negotiation, Title IX, benefits and compensation, compliance, and general human resources practice. These practices include, but are not limited to, employee recruitment and retention, onboarding and offboarding, and talent development. Along with these requisite skills and knowledge, the Vice President will concentrate on shaping the organization?s culture and enhancing the overall employee experience, with an emphasis on diversity, equity, inclusion, employee engagement, and satisfaction.
Clark is searching for a confident, collaborative, and thoughtful leader who is equity-minded and thoroughly committed to our mission of serving students by recruiting, developing and retaining highly qualified employees. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of implementing strategic change with determination, commitment, and accountability. Experience in addressing complex issues and making sound decisions for the benefit of faculty, staff, and students is crucial.
The college is seeking candidates with strong leadership, strategic -thinking, communication, problem-solving, and change management skills. Candidates should also demonstrate interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, business acumen, and familiarity with Human Resources-related technology such as HRIS.
Candidates must be committed to institutional excellence, student success, and the elimination of equity gaps. This position serves as an effective team player, a collaborative member of the Executive Cabinet, and a visible, engaged presence for faculty, staff, students, and community members.
At Clark, we place a high importance on equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment includes fostering growth, continuous learning, and providing unwavering support to our dedicated employees.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The Vice President of Human Resources is a full-time, 12-month, administrative position reporting directly to the President. This position is responsible for the overall planning, implementation, and evaluation of the College's comprehensive Human Resources programs, including recruitment, compliance, and benefits and leave. Specifically, the position will:
Serve as a member of the Executive Cabinet.
Advise the President, Executive Cabinet, and the Board in areas of policy, contracts and other matters related to Human Resources. Act as the College?s liaison on legal activities related to Human Resources.
Lead labor relations.
Create and maintain a supportive workplace environment by aligning work culture with college values and enhancing the employee experience.
Direct employee development and training programs for classified, administrative, and exempt employees.
Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations concerning discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct.
Coordinate collective bargaining and contract administration efforts. Provide guidance to administration, faculty, and staff to maintain compliance with negotiated agreements. Administer and interpret rules, regulations, and collective bargaining agreements, including oversight of the grievance process.
Act as the personnel officer for classified staff, with appointing authority for classified employees. Lead negotiations for faculty bargaining. Represent the College at the state level in classified bargaining.
Manage job classification and review for classified employees and oversee administrative and exempt classifications and job descriptions.
Develop and implement campus-wide human resources strategic planning that aligns Human Resources practices with the College?s strategic plan and social equity goals. Build relationships to drive cultural change, foster trust, and improve the organizational climate.
Conduct wage and compensation studies for administrative and exempt staff, ensuring fairness and market alignment.
Supervise the maintenance of employee personnel files and records, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Assist in the implementation of the College's diversity recruitment and hiring process; liaise with Office of Diversity and Equity, other college departments, and outside organizations and associations to achieve plan's objectives. Provide leadership over recruitment activities for faculty, classified, and administrative positions. Train and work closely with supervisors and screening committees to ensure hiring processes are followed.
Represent the College at local, state, regional, and national events and meetings to develop partnerships in support of the College's Strategic Plan.
Collaborate with the Assistant Attorney General for the State of Washington on Tort Claims and related legal matters.
Administer contracts, employment memos, and other employee appointment actions.
Provide leadership to the Risk Management Department and manage the review and administration of contracts.
Guide the development and revision of college policies and procedures to align with institutional goals and compliance requirements.
Facilitate the Board?s evaluation process for the College President and maintain related records.
Oversee the performance evaluation processes of classified, administrative, and exempt employees.
Directly supervise the Director of Labor and Compliance, the Director of Employment Services, and the Executive Assistant.
Provide leadership and oversight over benefit programs, leave programs, unemployment claims and Labor and Industry worker's compensation claims.
Prepare, manage, and monitor the departmental budget to ensure effective use of college resources.
Develop reports and analytical materials to illustrate objectives, activities, and accomplishments effectively.
Serve as chair or member of designated College committees, councils, and teams.
Perform related and other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A qualified candidate would have a combination of the following skills:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university. Master?s Degree preferred.
Experience working in higher education.
Five (5) years of administrative leadership experience, with at least three (3) of the five (5) years in Human Resources.
Significant and progressive leadership experience in Human Resources management and administration.
Professional Human Resources certification (such as: PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP).
Experience managing a broad range of human resource functions including employment, benefits, employee and labor relations, collective bargaining, and organizational training and development in a union environment.
Demonstrated experience creating, evaluating, and implementing human resource policies, balancing and preparing budgets, leading and managing teams (hiring, developing, supervising and evaluating staff).
Demonstrated commitment to supporting and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts at an organization.
Clark College inspires learners to excel, transforms lives, and strengthens our increasingly diverse community. Clark College, in service to the community, guides individuals to achieve their educational and professional goals.