Posting Details
Position Summary Information
Position Title
Executive Director, Human Resources & Organizational Development
Position Type
Full Time Regular
Annual Schedule
12 months
Expected Work Schedule
Variable
Anticipated Days
Monday – Friday, up to 20% teleworking subject to supervisor approval and department needs
Anticipated Hours
Standard College operating hours; significant overtime expected
Anticipated Hours per Week
Variable
Work Location
A-B Tech Main Campus
Job Description Summary
Note:
1. The online application should be completed fully, not just the fields with asterisks. Your resume information is not accepted in place of a complete application. If the application is not fully completed, you risk your application being disqualified for the pre-screening process.
1. The online application should be completed fully, not just the fields with asterisks. Your resume information is not accepted in place of a complete application. If the application is not fully completed, you risk your application being disqualified for the pre-screening process.
2. A resume is not always required. The job vacancy will showcase what documents are required.
3. Applicants must meet the minimum requirements, or the application will not proceed with pre-screening.
Helpful information is provided in the Special Instructions section for the applicants. This information is on the job vacancy titled: “Special Instructions to the
Applicants
Job Description Summary
Provides overall strategic HR leadership to the College. Oversees the development and implementation of human resources policies, programs, and services, including recruitment, selection, retention, professional development, legal compliance, employee benefits, employee relations, payroll, compensation, and risk management. Selects, develops, evaluates, and leads a team of human resource professionals with the goal of earning a high level of credibility as an effective and responsive internal consulting group.
Duties
1. Serves as a member of the Executive Leadership Team.
2. Advises management to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws related to employee benefits, compensation, employment, training, and risk management. Remains current with changes in human resource and employment laws, and manages relationships with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.
3. Oversees the Professional Development team:
o Management of employee professional development programs
o Administration of faculty specific enhancement
o Coordination of Western Community College Leadership Academy
o Development and delivery of ongoing job training programs
4. Oversees the Benefits, Compensation and Data functions:
o Administration of employee accommodations and guidance to supervisors in order to comply with the requirements set forth in the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, Affordable Care Act and any other applicable employment laws.
o Employee Leaves Management
o Administration of retirement planning, communication and meetings with employees.
o Campus employee risk management, payroll and data management.
o Wage and salary administration, with particular emphasis on compliance with annual salary budget.
5. Oversees the Employment function:
o Posting and recruitment of all vacant positions
o Hiring and onboarding of all employees
o Coordination of a highly effective orientation program
o Personnel record keeping related to new hires, employee reviews, promotions, transfers, separations and exit interviews
6. Oversees employee investigations and relations and works with Title IX Coordinator on any employee/student Title IX investigations.
7. Plans, develops, and implements procedures to improve and increase the efficiency and cost effectiveness of the human resources, and organizational and professional development operations and possesses a clear understanding of personnel policies and procedures sufficient to interpret these policies for staff and faculty.
8. Serves as internal consultant to managers and advisor/mediator in employee situations in which discipline is anticipated and advises management regarding all employee probations and/or terminations and consults with legal counsel as appropriate.
9. Recommends new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of human resources services performed.
10. Oversees and is the ELT representative for the Events Committee and the Staff Association.
11. Contributes to the College Vision, Mission, Values, and RISE statement.
12. Supports workforce diversity in all its aspects.
13. Performs other duties as assigned.
2. Advises management to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws related to employee benefits, compensation, employment, training, and risk management. Remains current with changes in human resource and employment laws, and manages relationships with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.
3. Oversees the Professional Development team:
o Management of employee professional development programs
o Administration of faculty specific enhancement
o Coordination of Western Community College Leadership Academy
o Development and delivery of ongoing job training programs
4. Oversees the Benefits, Compensation and Data functions:
o Administration of employee accommodations and guidance to supervisors in order to comply with the requirements set forth in the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, Affordable Care Act and any other applicable employment laws.
o Employee Leaves Management
o Administration of retirement planning, communication and meetings with employees.
o Campus employee risk management, payroll and data management.
o Wage and salary administration, with particular emphasis on compliance with annual salary budget.
5. Oversees the Employment function:
o Posting and recruitment of all vacant positions
o Hiring and onboarding of all employees
o Coordination of a highly effective orientation program
o Personnel record keeping related to new hires, employee reviews, promotions, transfers, separations and exit interviews
6. Oversees employee investigations and relations and works with Title IX Coordinator on any employee/student Title IX investigations.
7. Plans, develops, and implements procedures to improve and increase the efficiency and cost effectiveness of the human resources, and organizational and professional development operations and possesses a clear understanding of personnel policies and procedures sufficient to interpret these policies for staff and faculty.
8. Serves as internal consultant to managers and advisor/mediator in employee situations in which discipline is anticipated and advises management regarding all employee probations and/or terminations and consults with legal counsel as appropriate.
9. Recommends new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of human resources services performed.
10. Oversees and is the ELT representative for the Events Committee and the Staff Association.
11. Contributes to the College Vision, Mission, Values, and RISE statement.
12. Supports workforce diversity in all its aspects.
13. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements (Applicant must meet all of the minimum requirements)
1. Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field;
2. Five years of full-time or equivalent Human Resources, Business Administration, and/or Public Administration work experience;
3. Three years of full-time or equivalent administration supervisory experience.
2. Five years of full-time or equivalent Human Resources, Business Administration, and/or Public Administration work experience;
3. Three years of full-time or equivalent administration supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Professional certification by the Society for Human Resource Management.
2. Human Resources, Business Administration, and/or Public Administration work experience at an organization with at least 500 employees.
3. Experience with an integrated computerized personnel system.
4. Experience with Title IX or similar case management and compliance.
5. Experience with employment law specific to higher education in North Carolina.
6. Proficiency in a foreign language such as Spanish, an East Slavic language, and/or American Sign Language.
2. Human Resources, Business Administration, and/or Public Administration work experience at an organization with at least 500 employees.
3. Experience with an integrated computerized personnel system.
4. Experience with Title IX or similar case management and compliance.
5. Experience with employment law specific to higher education in North Carolina.
6. Proficiency in a foreign language such as Spanish, an East Slavic language, and/or American Sign Language.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicant Should:
1. Read the following before submitting the Application:
- Application Selection Process
- Technical Support Tips
2. Upload Required Documents:
- When applicable, upload the relevant transcript that correlates to the degree requirement in the minimum requirement or preferred qualifications with in the job posting. The transcript must show the individual courses taken and the degree that is conferred or awarded.
PLEASE NOTE: DIPLOMAS OR A COPY OF DEGREE IS NOT ACCEPTABLE INSTEAD OF TRANSCRIPT
If selected for hire:
If selected for hire, official sealed transcripts from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the US Department of Education are required to be received a minimum of two business weeks before the first day of work.
- Transcripts outside of the United States, must be accompanied by an evaluation completed by a NACES recognized agency and received by Human Resources at least two weeks prior to the first day of work.
PLEASE NOTE: FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN THE WITHDRAWAL OF THE JOB OFFER.
Why Should I Work at A-B Tech?
A-B Tech is nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina and has served as the region’s premier two-year college since our establishment in 1959. With five locations, the College service area includes Buncombe and Madison Counties. We are a family of approximately 10,000 curriculum students, 14,000 continuing education students, and 1,100 faculty & staff. We offer an array of programs to meet local workforce needs which culminate in 55 degrees, 18 diplomas, and 56 certificates. A-B Tech is indicative of the modern comprehensive community college – providing innovative educational programming and collaborative community development. If you are dedicated to student and community success, then we invite you to explore employment opportunities at A-B Tech. We hope you will consider joining the A-B Tech Trailblazer family!
A-B Tech Welcoming Culture (R.I.S.E)
A-B Tech commits to demonstrating an inclusive and welcoming culture of Respect, Integrity, Support, and Equity for Everyone.
This is evident by our RISE Committee, the Trailblazer RISE Award, and annual RISE projects including the Welcoming Classroom, Appreciative Advising, and more!
A-B Tech is looking for:
A person who shares our commitment to sustaining a workplace that offers equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability genetic information/medical history, age, and/or veteran/military status. In addition, the College prohibits discrimination based on any characteristic or condition protected by law, but not specifically mentioned here.
Position Summary
Posting Detail Information
Review Date: (Application should be submitted by 8:00 a.m. EST on this date for consideration)
04/10/2025
Start Date
07/01/2025
Keep Open Until Filled
Yes
Salary or Hourly Pay Range (Salary is Non-Negotiable)
$100,416
Total Compensation
Your total compensation goes beyond this maximum salary. Your A-B Tech benefits represent nearly 30% of your total compensation.
The total compensation for this position includes an 25.02% employer contribution to a defined pension plan, contributions towards medical and dental policies and fully funded life insurance / accidental death & dismemberment policy.
Benefits Summary
Total Compensation: 142,051
- Medical and Pharmacy Plan
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Death Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Supplemental Policies
- Professional Liability
- Vacation Leave up to 26 days per year
- Sick Leave of 12 days per year
- Holiday Leave
- All required protected leaves plus: Civil, Bereavement, Parental, Community Service, Maternity/Paternity, Shared, Educational, Military
- Tax-sheltered Supplemental Retirement Plans
- Tuition Reimbursement Plan
- State Employees Credit Union membership
- Employee Assistance Network
- Annual Flex Benefit
- Alternative Work Schedules
- Longevity Pay
- Educational Attainment
- Personal observance leave (2 days)
Questions
A-B Tech’s Human Resources (HR) department is located on the main campus at the Sunnicrest House. This beautiful Tudor-style Historic house served as a private residence for guests of the Vanderbilt family for the first century of the home’s life. Today you will find a professional HR family that is dedicated to ensuring all employees and applicants receive fast and accurate answers, compassion, fairness, and kindness from Monday through Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. To ensure a prompt hiring process, please read the application directions located on the HR website. For questions, you may email us at [email protected].
We look forward to welcoming you to our A-B Tech family!
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