Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer, Talent | Boise, ID

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  • Location: Boise, ID

  • Company: Boise State University

whose unique skills, cultural contributions, work history, and perspectives create a rich and rewarding academic experience for our students. Applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities are welcomed. Learn more about Boise State and living in Idahos Treasure Valley at www.

boisestate. edu/about/Job Summary/Basic Function: The Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer - Talent (Deputy CHRO) serves as a strategic advisor to the Chief Human Resources Officer and other campus leadership on human resources matters. This position is both an internal consultant and collaborative business partner, with the ability to think creatively to meet the needs of the campus, facilitate

change, and build strong relationships with key campus stakeholders. The Deputy CHRO will assist in implementing the strategic vision for Human Resources and lead the daily operational management of 4 teams including Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Training and Development, and Communications and Employee Engagement.

This position has the opportunity to work hybrid (a mix of in-person work from a Boise State University worksite and an alternative work location within Idaho), upon completion of training. Candidate must be able to work on-site as needed. Department Overview: Our unique Boise State mindset - Blue Turf Thinking - is not about doing more with less, but doing our work

in ways that envision a better future, that see our students and their needs more clearly, that take new approaches to research and to service.

Our strategic plan, then, isnt about adding another layer of work. Rather, as a community, we have developed clear guidelines about where we should direct our efforts going forward, allowing us to release labor that no longer serves our community. Level Scope: Accountable for leading departments or major areas within a division through managers and directors. Works under broad, administrative direction with responsibility for providing strategic leadership and direction in the planning, implementing, improving, and evaluating of an administrative department and promoting operational improvements.

Oversees and provides direction for budgets and operational forecasts. Makes complex, independent decisions for situations with precedent to ensure department or area within a division objectives are met. Essential Functions: ● Oversee the implementation of a high performing human resources strategy and service delivery model at the direction of the CHRO. Facilitate action plans to improve the overall performance of human resources functions. ● Provide quality advisory services to senior leadership and department managers regarding human resources programing and functions.

● Serve as a key point of contact for department decision-making and matter escalations. Ensure service levels are met and operational metrics are showing improving trends. ● Oversee management of departmental staffing, financial planning, budget development and policy review. ● Provide leadership in setting and meeting operational goals while frequently providing feedback and cultivating an environment of continuous improvement and accountability. ● Explore and recommend strategic investments in technology to automate manual activities.

Recommend enhancements to human resources systems and manage ongoing vendor relationships. ● Establish ongoing superior customer relationships with internal and external constituents and review, backss and improve operations with stakeholders by regularly soliciting feedback. ● Provide direct oversight to the following teams: Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Training and Development, and Communications and Employee Engagement. ● Build strategies to engage the HR community of practice, which includes HR practitioners embedded in departments around campus, to build the groups capacity, improve efficiency, and strengthen partnerships.

● Serve as a confidential, strategic advisor to the CHRO and assume leadership of the Office of Human Resources in the absence of the CHRO. ● Represent the Office of Human Resources on university-wide committees, task forces, and working groups. ● Perform other duties as needed. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: ● Knowledge of human resource concepts, laws, and legal requirements. ● Ability to translate vision and strategy into clear, actionable goals. ● Analytical skills with the ability to effectively utilize data to inform operational decisions.

● Knowledge of leadership and management principles, practices, and techniques. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent plus eight years of experience in human resources management, with at least five years of experience in a senior management position handling a complex workforce with a diversity of business needs. Preferred Qualifications: ● Advanced degree (MBA, MPP, JD, etc. ). ● Experience working as a human resources leader within higher education. ● Experience working in the public sector. ● Experience with recruiting, applicant tracking systems, and the complex legal framework surrounding hiring within a higher education workforce (e.

g. AA/EO, Export Control, federal grant compliance, etc). ● Track record of success in leading process improvement and change management initiatives. ● Deep expertise in employee relations best practices. ● Human Resources Credential (SHRM or HRCI). Salary and Benefits: Salary range of $145,000-$150,000/yr, commensurate with experience. Boise State University is committed to offering a benefits package that provides health and financial protection plans as well as resources to promote health and well-being. Our program provides flexibility so you can choose the benefits that are right for you and your family.

Learn more about our benefit options at www. boisestate. edu/hrs/benefits/. Required Application Materials: Cover Letter and Resume.

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