Director of Human Resources

People are drawn to Guilford College for a number of reasons, including the College’s Core Values of community, diversity, equality, excellence, integrity, justice, and stewardship.

Working at Guilford provides you with a rewarding opportunity to impact the developing lives of students from a range of diverse backgrounds. Guilford attracts those who are seeking a professional challenge and career advancement. It also attracts those who want to enjoy a beautiful campus and location in the dynamic city of Greensboro, North Carolina.

Guilford College offers a wide range of benefits for full-time regular employees, including 13 paid holidays, tuition remission, health insurance, telemedicine, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, a retirement plan, and optional dental and vision insurance. In addition, employment at the College provides employees with access to numerous discounts for products, services, and attractions.

Position Summary

Position Summary

The Director Human Resources serves as the senior strategic leader responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive human resources strategy that supports the mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Guilford College. As a member of the President’s Executive Leadership Team, the Director of Human Resources provides leadership and oversight for all aspects of human resources, including talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation and benefits, organizational development, compliance, performance management, employee engagement, HR technology systems, workforce planning, and diversity and inclusion initiatives. The Director of Human Resources partners closely with senior leadership, faculty, staff, and shared governance groups to foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing campus culture that supports employee success and institutional excellence and Title IX Coordinator.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the executive leadership team on all human capital matters.
• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with institutional goals and long-term workforce planning initiatives.
• Lead organizational development and change management initiatives that support institutional transformation and operational effectiveness.
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, transparency, and employee engagement.

Human Resources Operations

• Direct all HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, compensation, classification, HRIS (Workday) management, compliance, training, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including Title IX, FLSA, ADA, FMLA, EEOC, and related policies.
• Oversee development, implementation, and administration of HR policies, procedures, and employee programs.
• Lead investigations and resolution of employee relations matters with professionalism and confidentiality.

Talent Management and Employee Engagement

• Develop innovative strategies to attract, retain, and develop a diverse and talented workforce.
• Oversee leadership development, succession planning, employee recognition, and professional development initiatives.
• Foster a positive employee experience and support initiatives that enhance morale, wellness, and engagement.

Compensation and Benefits

• Provide strategic oversight of compensation structures, salary administration, market analysis, and benefits programs.
• Ensure compensation and benefits practices remain competitive, equitable, and fiscally responsible.
• Collaborate with finance leadership on budget planning related to personnel and benefits costs.

HR Technology and Data Analytics

• Provide oversight and strategic direction for HRIS (Workday) systems, workforce analytics, reporting, and process improvements.
• Utilize data-driven decision-making to support institutional planning and operational efficiency.
• Lead HR technology enhancements and digital transformation initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Higher Education Administration, Organizational Leadership, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of pr