Director of Human Resources

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Director of Human Resources

Job Description:

Great teams start with great leadership, and we are looking for someone exceptional to serve as Director of Human Resources in the University of Florida College of Pharmacy. In this role, you will report directly to the Dean and serve on the college’s executive leadership team. You will be a trusted advisor helping shape strategic HR initiatives, workforce strategy, policies and processes and recruit and retain top talent. If you are a collaborative, forward-thinking leader ready to make your mark at one of the nation’s top five-ranked pharmacy colleges, then we invite you to apply.

Strategic HR Leadership:

• Comprehensive oversight of all HR-related activities within the College of Pharmacy, ensuring that HR strategies and initiatives are in alignment with the College's broader academic and institutional goals.
• Lead the development and execution of college initiatives to enhance employee engagement, retention, and organizational culture.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to provide insights and recommendations on strategic workforce planning and talent management.
• Monitor industry trends and best practices to ensure the college remains competitive and adaptive in its HR policies and practices.

HR Administration:

• Oversee HR operations, including but not limited to recruitment, onboarding, classification and compensation, benefits, immigration, and employee development.
• Ensure compliance with university policies, state and federal labor laws, and accreditation requirements.
• Serve as the primary HR liaison between the College of Pharmacy and central UF HR offices.
• Educate faculty and staff on HR policies and best practices through training and clear communication to reduce misunderstandings and ensure consistent application across the College.

Performance Management and Employee Engagement:

• Implement strategies to improve the retention of high-performing faculty and staff, including offering mentoring, training, and clear career progression pathways.
• Lead initiatives that foster a culture of continuous improvement, professional growth, and engagement through regular feedback, recognition programs, and employee development support.
• Partner with leadership to ensure alignment of individual performance goals with the College's strategic objectives.
• Oversee evaluation processes for staff, faculty, and post docs across Pharmacy. 

Employee Relations:

• Conduct sensitive employee relations conversations with professionalism and empathy, addressing workplace concerns, conflicts, or performance issues to support a respectful and productive work environment.
• Provide guidance and support in managing employee relations issues, ensuring a fair and equitable approach to conflict resolution, grievances, and disciplinary actions.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to faculty and staff, providing support on sensitive HR matters and facilitating positive working relationships across the College.
• Liaison with the HSC Employee relations office on all ER matters for Pharmacy.
• Identify potential employee relations issues early, working proactively with leadership to resolve conflicts and promote a healthy work environment.

Team Management:

• Provide mentorship, coaching and constructive feedback to a team of HR professionals, fostering professional growth, enhancing skill sets, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals and HR best practices.
• Oversee the distribution of tasks and responsibilities among the HR team, ensuring efficient handling of inquiries, recruitment, employee relations, and other HR functions, while maintaining high service standards.
• Foster open communication and collaboration within the HR department, ensuring the team works effectively to resolve challenges and deliver excellent HR services to the College.
• Conduct regular meetings with HR team members to align priorities, monitor progress, and foster collaboration.
• Empower and develop the HR team by facilitating cross-training in key leadership areas, building versatility, deepening expertise, and preparing team members for expanded roles and responsibilities.

The University of Florida: UF, the flagship AAU institution of the State of Florida, is a top-tier research institution with a long history of training outstanding undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. UF is currently ranked #4 among U.S. public universities by U.S. News and World Report. The University of Florida’s academic health center is the country’s only academic health center, with s