Core Values

As stewards of Thomas More University, it is expected that your work and contributions to our community will reflect the mission, values, and integrity of the University. We are committed to being a student-ready University and aspire to facilitate an interconnected community of excellence. In doing so, we will foster a sense of responsibility to others, act with respect, tolerance and compassion towards others, and care for God’s creation. Through this engagement, Thomas More University is a thriving and dynamic institution that espouses the values of a Catholic Liberal Arts education committed to the students that we serve today, those that we will serve tomorrow, and the communities our graduates will serve.

Basic Purpose

The Director of Human Resources supports the University mission by effectively managing a skilled and motivated workforce and fostering a supportive and productive work environment. The Director is responsible for all human resource functions, payroll and benefit administration, and employee relations.

Core Competencies

• Strong leadership skills to lead and influence stakeholders across the University
• Ability to provide guidance and mentorship while fostering a collaborative work environment
• Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
• Strong strategic, analytical, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• High standards of ethical and professional conduct

Principal Duties & Activities

• Recruitment and Selection – attract, recruit, and select qualified individuals for open positions
  • Manage job postings, the application process, and facilitate the hiring process
  • Train faculty and staff leading and participating in hiring committees
  • Serve as a resource and provide assistance to hiring managers throughout the process
• Employee Onboarding and Orientation – facilitate acclimation to the University’s environment
  • Assist new employees with completion of essential paperwork and explain policies and procedures
  • Work with hiring managers to ensure training is conducted
  • Create a welcoming environment for new employees
  • Collaborate with leaders across campus to develop orientation programs that integrate new employees into the University culture
• Employee Relations – promote a positive work environment, oversee appraisal systems, and serve as a liaison between employees and managers to address concerns and conflicts
  • Develop initiatives to promote a positive work environment, including employee recognition programs, employee engagement programs, career development opportunities, and employee-centered policies
  • Promote employee wellbeing through support services such as wellness programs, employee assistance programs, and addressing work-related challenges
  • Identify and lead professional development and training programs to enhance the skills and knowledge of employees
  • Develop and administer performance appraisal process to provide employees with feedback on their performance
  • Lead training sessions for managers and employees on conducting performance reviews and setting goals
  • Assist managers and employees with performance improvement and corrective action plans in a constructive manner
• Compensation – develop and maintain compensation structures for faculty and staff
  • Develop job descriptions with clear expectations and alignment with University mission and goals
  • Conduct salary surveys, analyze benchmark data, and make recommendations for competitive compensation packages
  • Advise University administration regarding employee benefit programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and other perks offered by the University
• Strategic Planning and Analysis – develop evaluation processes and plans to achieve University and departmental goals
  • Collaborate with University leadership to align human capital with University mission, vision, and strategic goals
  • Provide data and analysis to inform decision-making related to human resources
  • Develop appropriate assessment and evaluation plans to ensure effectiveness of the department
  • Research and Integrate technology solutions to improve human resource functions for efficiency and employee experience
• Payroll and Benefits – manage payroll processing and administer benefits
  • Educate employees regarding benefits and assist with inquiries
  • Coordinate open enrollment process
  • Supervise payroll and benefits administrator, who runs semi-monthly payroll for faculty, staff, and students
  • Resolve payroll issues and ensure compliance with payroll policies
• Compliance – ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations, and accreditation standards; develop and maintain University policies related to employment
  • Provide guidance on legal issues to minimize risk and liabilities
  • Ensure confidentiality of all employee personnel records
  • Report employee injuries and coordinate worker’s compensation
  • Coordinate and respond to unemployment claims
  • Assist with coordination of mandatory annual employee training courses
  • Serve on Title IX Committee to develop policy, educate employees, conduct investigations involving faculty or staff, and provide support services
• Other duties as assigned and appropriate for the position