Associate Director- Human Resources

Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values, as outlined in our strategic plan. These values include academic excellence, diversity of thought and experience, inquiry and innovation, collaboration and community, and ethical behavior and stewardship. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers.

About Georgia Tech

Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with numerous economic and cultural strengths. The Institute serves more than 45,000 students through top-ranked undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs in engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. Georgia Tech's faculty attracted more than $1.4 billion in research awards this past year in fields ranging from biomedical technology to artificial intelligence, energy, sustainability, semiconductors, neuroscience, and national security. Georgia Tech ranks among the nation's top 20 universities for research and development spending and No. 1 among institutions without a medical school.

Georgia Tech's Mission and Values

Georgia Tech's mission is to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition. The Institute has nine key values that are foundational to everything we do:

1. Students are our top priority.

2. We strive for excellence.

3. We thrive on diversity.

4. We celebrate collaboration.

5. We champion innovation.

6. We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression.

7. We nurture the wellbeing of our community.

8. We act ethically.

9. We are responsible stewards.

The Associate Director of Human Resources is responsible for the strategic planning and execution of Human Resources initiatives to enhance employee engagement and organizational effectiveness. The Associate Director of Human Resources serves as a leader to HR Coordinators, HR Consultants, or HRBPs, etc. The Associate Director of Human Resources collaborates with division, school, or college leadership on organizational objectives and partners with institute-wide departments to ensure consistency, compliance, and collaboration across the institution. Establish an HR team member goals monitor to ensure acceptable performance standards are met. Assist in the implementation of Human Resource programs and policies. This position will report to an HR Director, a college or division leader.

Sets performance goals, contributes to evaluations, provides feedback, and supports compensation decisions.

Typically Interacts With: Students, Staff, Faculty, External Partners
Typically Advises/Counsels: Students, Staff, Faculty
Supervises: Yes
Position of Trust: Yes

Job Duty 1 -
Assist in developing and implementing Human Resource strategies, programs, and initiatives that align with organizational objectives and promote employee engagement

Job Duty 2 -
Support initiatives to enhance employee engagement, satisfaction, and well-being through communication, recognition programs, and feedback mechanisms

Job Duty 3 -
Perform other duties as assigned

Job Duty 4 -
Support recruitment and retention efforts by participating in talent sourcing, selection, onboarding, and retention strategies

Job Duty 5 -
Oversee employee relations issues, grievances, and conflicts by providing guidance, mediation, and resolution support to promote a positive work environment.

Job Duty 6 -
Contribute to the development and implementation of Human Resource policies, procedures, and guidelines that adhere to legal requirements and best practices

Job Duty 7 -
Support employee training and development initiatives by identifying training needs, coordinating programs, and evaluating training effectiveness

Job Duty 8 -
Assist in performance management processes, including goal-setting, performance evaluations, feedback sessions, and development planning

Job Duty 9 -
Monitor and ensure compliance with Human Resource-related laws, regulations, and policies to mitigate risks and maintain a fair and comprehensive workplace

Job Duty 10 -
Prepare Human Resource reports, metrics, and analytics to track key Human Resource indicators, trends, and performance metrics for decision-making and strategic planning

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent, related experience

Required Experience
6+ years of relevant experience, including 3+ years of supervisory knowledge

Preferred Qualifications
Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional / Senior Certified Professional (SHRM CP/SCP)
HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR)

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Master's degree in a related discipline or equivalent, related experience

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia ("USG") and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individual's race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.

This is a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.

Atlanta, GA

Job Grade: G11

Anticipated salary $110,710.00 - $161,730.00 will be commensurate with qualifications.

A successful candidate must be able to pass a background check and a credit check. Please visit http://policylibrary.gatech.edu/employment/pre-employment-screening