Full-Time Vice President of Human Resources
Job Description
Located in Clark County, the fastest growing county in the State of Washington, Clark College is the oldest and largest institution of higher education serving 12,000 full and part-time, credit and non-credit students. On 500 acres in downtown Vancouver sits our pristine campus that consists of a state-of-the-art STEM building, art gallery, dental hygiene clinic, athletic fields, a renowned child development center, and beautifully arrayed cherry blossom trees that serve as a great backdrop to the annual Sakura festival. Clarks enjoys strong strategic partnerships with area business, industry, non-profit organizations, and K-12 school districts. The College has the largest Running Start program in the state.
As a result of new leadership and navigating a global pandemic, the college is in a transformational period and we are seeking a Vice President of Human Resources who can help lead the institution in achieving its goals of improving student success, leading with racial equity and fostering excellence. We are looking for a Vice President of Human Resources who will join us in responding effectively to the challenges posed by COVID-19, a struggling economy, and the impacts of systemic racism. Finally, along with the requisite skills, knowledge and experience in HR, Clark is searching for a confident, collaborative, and thoughtful leader who will be thoroughly committed to our mission of serving students by recruiting, developing and retaining highly qualified employees.
At Clark, we value equity, diversity and inclusion. We have not always gotten it right, but are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees. We support individuals with their academic, personal, and professional development, as well as provide training and educational resources for all members of the college community around diversity, inclusion, power, privilege, inequity, social equity, and social justice. The college offers further professional development for our employees through opportunities such as Employee Resource Groups, Social Justice Leadership Institute, Cross Institution Faculty of Color Mentorship program, Administrators of Color Leadership Program, and Faculty and Staff of Color Conference.
Members from protected group are strongly encouraged to apply. Clark College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship, immigration status or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). The college considers equal opportunity, affirmative action, and non-discrimination to be fundamental to the mission, vision and values of the college. All faculty and staff hired at Clark College are encouraged to embrace, continually support and enhance social equity on our campus and in our community. The college provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, and Affirmative Action: Cath Busha, Dean of Student Engagement, 360-992-2983, cb****@cl***.edu, 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Baird 012, Vancouver, Washington 98663. Clark College is a smoke-free/drug free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice.
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 resource programs, including recruitment, compliance, and benefits and leave. Specifically, the position will:
- Advise the President, Executive Cabinet, and the Board in areas of policy, contracts and other matters related to Human Resources. Serve as College liaison on legal activities related to human resources.
- Monitor and facilitate the Board’s process of evaluating the president and maintain evaluation records.
- Oversee compliance with state and federal regulations regarding discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct.
- Serve as classified staff personnel officer with appointing authority for classified employees; serve as lead negotiator for faculty bargaining, utilizing an interest-based bargaining framework; represent the College at the state level for classified bargaining.
- Coordinate and represent the College administration in collective bargaining and contract administration. Liaison to state agencies in collective bargaining and related activities. Advise administration, faculty, and staff to ensure compliance with negotiated agreements. Administer and interpret rules, regulations and collective bargaining agreements.
- Oversee job classification and review for classified employees, and administrative and exempt classification and job descriptions.
- Responsible for campus wide human resources strategic planning; design, ensure alignment with Human Resources practices and the college’s strategic plan and social equity plan; build effective relationships that enable cultural change, trust and improved climate.
- Oversee wage and compensation studies for administrative and exempt staff; supervise and monitor the maintenance of employee personnel files and records.
- Oversee and administer implementation of the College’s Diversity Recruitment and Hiring plan; 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.
- Administer the preparation of contracts, employment memos, and other employee appointment actions.
- Oversee employee development and training programs/budget for classified, administrative, and exempt employees.
- Oversee the performance evaluation processes of classified, administrative, and exempt employees.
- Provide leadership and oversight over benefit programs, leave programs, unemployment claims and Labor and Industry worker’s compensation claims.
- Prepare and administer departmental budget.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 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 HR 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
- Master’s Degree from an accredited university preferred
Salary: $118,224 – $136,891 annually (starting salary generally does not exceed midpoint of range)
Benefits include vacation/ sick leave; medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; retirement; and tuition waiver.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Required Online Application Materials:
- Clark College Online Application
- Cover letter describing background and experience related to qualifications and responsibilities of the position.
- Current résumé or Curriculum Vitae
- Unofficial copy of all transcripts/certifications uploaded with online application or delivered to the Human Resources office in person or by fax (360) 992-2873.
- Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application
Please apply online at www.clark.edu/jobs
To contact Clark College Human Resources, please call (360) 992-2105.
Application Deadline:
Required application materials must be completed and submitted online by 3 p.m., March 24, 2021.
Condition of employment:
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. Completion of academic degrees will also be verified through receipt of official transcripts.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS
Upon request, accommodations are available to persons with disabilities for the application process. Contact Human Resources at (360) 992-2105 or by video phone at (360) 991-0901.
SECURITY
The security of all the members of the campus community is of vital concern to Clark College. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the authority of the Security/Safety Department, policies concerning reporting of any crimes which may occur on or near college property, and crime statistics for the most recent 3-year period may be requested from the Clark College Security/Safety Department, (360) 992-2133 or se***************@cl***.edu. The most recent Annual Security Report, written in compliance with the Clery Act, can be reviewed here: http://www.clark.edu/campus-life/student-support/security/report.php.
ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION
If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work.
CORRECTIONS OR EXTENDED NOTICES
Corrected or extended notices will be posted online and in the Human Resources Office.
Clark College Human Resources
March 3, 2021
20-00054-2
How to Apply
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