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Unit: Office Of The Provost MBU

Department: Academic Operations

Duties & Responsibilities:

Virginia Commonwealth University is searching for a collaborative and experienced HR Professional responsible for providing both strategic vision and operational execution of human resources services within the Office of the Provost. This position is a member of the HR Shared Services leadership team and serves as a trusted advisor for employees, managers and senior leadership. As a true business partner, the HR Business Partner is responsible for mastering an understanding of the overall mission of the Office of the Provost and executing a human resources function in support of those goals as well as the University’s service delivery model. 

Direct Reports:  N/A

**This position is open to internal candidates only.

Specific duties and responsibilities include:

• Provide leadership and guidance on HR issues and participate in the decision-making and implementation of HR policies, procedures, programs and functions; 
• Provide advice and guidance on complex and confidential matters including contract development and execution; performance management; and employee relations issues;
• Identify organizational needs of the Office of the Provost and plan, resource, and execute programs and strategies to address areas identified either directly or through strategic partnerships and collaboration with experts across the University; 
• Identify, plan and execute process improvement projects to increase efficiency and effectiveness of HR programs; 
• Facilitate training sessions to support the needs of assigned service areas; 
• Make recommendations on, initiate, and finalize HR actions around position management (revisions and establishments), staff compensation, and employment (postings, hiring proposals, new hire onboarding); 
• Participate in the HR community by attending HR Professional Committee meetings, career community events and VCU HR trainings for HR Professionals; 
• Participate in special projects as identified in support of the Office of the Provost and VCU’s Great Place policy and University service delivery model. 

Team members must demonstrate a passion for supporting individuals in an academic environment and create and sustain a culture of appreciation. The HR Professional must possess strong consultative skills with a proven ability to develop relationships and build partnerships with internal teams and stakeholders in a multi-faceted organization.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university in business administration, management, public administration, human resources or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience; 
• Considerable experience working in a HR position advising, guiding and consulting with senior leaders, managers and employees; 
• Proven ability to develop relationships and build partnerships with internal teams and stakeholders in a multi-faceted organization;
• Demonstrated ability to use critical thinking skills to problem solve and develop solutions; 
• Broad and deep HR technical expertise in all facets of HR including employment and recruiting, compensation, performance management, employee relations, etc.; 
• Proven ability to influence, guide, direct and consult with HR professionals and leadership; 
• Ability to translate changing business objectives to effective HR strategies; 
• Demonstrated ability to interpret, explain and apply HR policies, state and federal regulations and protocols; 
• Strong facilitation abilities (large and small group); 
• Outstanding customer service skills and a high degree of professionalism; 
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with all individuals within a dynamic community; 
• Resourcefulness with the ability to adapt to change and ambiguity; 
• Familiarity with change management philosophy and strategies; 
• Ability to exercise strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment and to set/meet deadlines, organize workload and juggle changing priorities; 
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately and with discretion; 
• Working knowledge of Google Suite (includes Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar, Forms) and HR Information systems; 
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA), Human Resources, or a closely related field and 7+ years progressive human resources experience or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training 
• Demonstrated experience serving as a strategic HR Business Partner (HRBP) aligning talent strategies with institutional mission and goals.
• Advanced expertise in conducting complex investigations, resolving high-level employee relations matters, and navigating labor relations or union environments (if applicable). 
• Proven ability to develop relationships and build partnerships with internal teams and stakeholders in a complex organization and across all levels
• Experience in a research‑intensive (R1) university environment, including familiarity with academic administrative or operational structures.
• Working knowledge of university policies, processes, and procedures.

Salary Range: $100,000-$115,000

Benefits: All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

Hours per Week: 40

Restricted Position: No

ORP Eligible: Yes

Flexible Work Arrangement: Hybrid

University Job Title: 92334 - Open

Contact Information:
Contact Name: Rebekah Jewers, HR Business Partner
Contact Email: jewersrl@vcu.edu