Columbia University Facilities and Operations (CUFO), a division of Columbia University that provides a wide range of services to support the institution in New York, New York, invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for its next Executive Director of HR Administrative Services. This leadership role may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule two months after the initial appointment.
Columbia University Facilities and Operations supports the core educational and research mission of the University by maintaining a safe, beautiful, and functional campus environment and providing services and spaces for campus life and activity outside the classroom.
The executive director of human resources shared administrative services will oversee the administration of HR shared services and projects and provide staff training, coaching, and support. The executive director will participate in senior-level planning and operation design meetings, providing innovative ideas to improve processes. Working closely with the AVP, the executive director will manage the resources for assigned portfolios, including recommendations related to staffing budgets and compensation reviews.
The public salary range is $165,000-180,000. See the position specification for additional details.
Qualifications
Successful candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree and have at least seven years of experience in human resources with a broad portfolio of employee groups, preferably within higher education and/or facilities management. In addition to the qualifications stated above, key stakeholders identified the following capabilities and attributes of a successful candidate:
- Knowledge of HR management principles and practices
- Experience coordinating HR administrative services across a large organization
- Understanding of labor relations practices and experience with collective bargaining units
- Ability to analyze systems and operations to identify and solve problems
- Experience in change management
- Strong analytical skills that include the ability to interpret and manage data and develop key performance indicators
- Strong interpersonal, presentation, oral, and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain highly effective relationships, externally and internally
Application and Nomination
Columbia University has selected Spelman Johnson, a leading executive search firm, to assist with leading this search. Review of applications will begin December 16, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. Submit a resume and cover letter via https://spelmanandjohnson.com/position/executive-director-of-hr-administrative-services/.
- Contact Sharon Meagher at smm@spelmanjohnson.com for confidential inquiries.
- Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact Spelman Johnson at 413-529-2895 or email info@spelmanjohnson.com.
Visit the Columbia Facilities and Operations website here: https://cufo.columbia.edu/
Visit the Columbia University website at www.columbia.edu
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