"HR Director (7597U) - College of Engineering Dean's Office"

At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.

As a world-leading institution, Berkeley is known for its academic and research excellence, public mission, diverse student body, and commitment to equity and social justice. Since our founding in 1868, we have driven innovation, creating global intellectual, economic and social value.

We are looking for applicants who reflect California's diversity and want to be part of an inclusive, equity-focused community that views education as a matter of social justice. Please consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, Principles of Community, and Strategic Plan.

The College of Engineering at UC Berkeley is recognized for its educational and research excellence, consistently ranking among the top three Engineering colleges in the United States. With more than 250 regular faculty members, 2,400 graduate students and 4,200 undergraduate students located in seven academic departments, Engineering is the second largest college on the Berkeley campus.

The Human Resources Director reports to the Executive Assistant Dean for the College of Engineering. Managing the staff HR function, they work through department managers and HR professionals in the Dean's Office and academic departments providing guidance and serving as the resident expert on staff human resources matters in the College. Responsibilities include planning, analyzing, recommending, developing, implementing, administering, coordinating, and/or evaluating Human Resources policies, labor contracts, statutes, programs and procedures covering the following: recruitment, compensation, employee relations, labor relations, benefits, welfare programs, training, organizational design and development, multi-location appointments, visa procurement, intercampus transfers, HR data/trend analysis, program evaluation, and employee services.

The HR Director provides high-level expertise and professional-level advice to the Dean, Associate and Assistant Deans, department chairs, managers and staff.

Responsibilities:

• Provides leadership and recommends creative solutions ensuring the effective use of human resources for the College of Engineering.
• Develops and coordinates staff HR plans, conducts compensation trend analyses, and ensures consistent application of policies.
• Administers staff merit pay programs, approves salary requests, and oversees classification processes.
• Coaches managers on personnel performance issues, responds to grievances, and investigates concerns.
• Oversees staff recruitment, selection, and organizational assessments.
• Provides expert analysis for organizational diagnosis and development.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
• Broad knowledge of organizational and systemwide personnel policies and applicable laws.
• Strong communication, management, and analytical skills.
• Seven to ten years of progressively responsible management experience in human resources.

For information on the comprehensive benefits package, visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

The budgeted salary range is $101,600 to $145,700 yearly.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter via the application link.