Salary: $100,000.00 - $110,000.00 Annually

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 100041

Location: 16000 East CentreTech Parkway Aurora, CO

Department:




THIS POSITION IS OPEN ONLY TO THE EMPLOYEES OF THE COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF AURORA. IF YOU ARE NOT AN EMPLOYEE OF CCA YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

The Chief HR and Personnel Success Officer is responsible for implementing and executing best practice and innovative human resource strategy in support of the overall business objectives and strategic priorities of the college, while focusing on personnel success initiatives which will create a high performing, highly engaged, talented workforce committed to achieving the college's mission and vision on behalf of the students and communities we serve.




DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

College Leadership:

• Serve as a consultant and trusted advisor to the President and senior leadership team in matters pertaining to organizational development, organizational restructuring, employee relations, workforce analysis, and talent management.
• Establish and maintain trusted partnerships throughout CCA by establishing an open, approachable, visible presence that demonstrates clear communication, sound leadership practices, and a commitment to ongoing process improvement.
• As a member of the executive leadership team, contribute to setting and implementing the college's strategic direction, maintaining a values-based culture with intentional focus on employee engagement and change management
• Maintain a high level of expertise in human resource best practices, and incorporate a business partner model, ensuring effective coaching, guidance and support to college divisions to promote personnel success throughout the college.
• Partner with the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion to provide leadership in furthering the college's efforts to promote access, diversity, equity, and inclusion for employees and students. This includes fulfilling leadership and mentoring responsibilities that provide accessible, equitable, and inclusive working environments to all employees, including the staff they supervise and the faculty, staff, and students they serve and work with.
• Demonstrate integrity and ethical behavior in all actions, and ensure depth of knowledge of the scope of the institution including the academic, student support and business operations of the college.

Department Leadership:

• Provide leadership and strategic direction to the HR unit, ensuring implementation of services, policies and programs that align with the strategic direction and operational needs of the agency
• Attract, develop, motivate and retain an outstanding, diverse high-performing workforce of human resource professionals through effective leadership, recruitment, training, development and succession planning
• Develop a strategic plan for human resources that includes both long and short- term goals to identify and deliver optimal and innovative human resource services, policies and programs to the college in support of the college's mission, vision and strategic priorities
• Build out key performance indicators (HR metrics) to track and analyze various HR data in order to inform executive level decisions and determine priorities and allocations of resources as related to the college's human capital
• Lead by exhibiting and modeling proactive, creative, strategic and focused leadership utilizing a team approach to enhance organizational culture, celebrate success and avoid crisis
• Create a service-oriented environment to ensure that all employees, students and visitors who interact with the Office of Human Resources have an excellent experience and are able to receive the support they need in any aspect of the HR operations of the college.
• Promote and implement the best and most promising practices toward creating a culture of care and success for all employees.
• Proactively communicate on human resource issues for the college and communicate personally when needed to groups or individuals as appropriate.
• Serve as a resource in the development of staff engagement programs.

College Compliance & Risk Management:

• Serve as the college's compliance officer for federal, state and local laws and regulations, as well as State of Colorado and State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education (SBCCOE) policies and procedures related to employment, including such things as FLSA, FMLA, ADAAA, EEO/AA, Title IX, CORA, etc.
• Provide oversight for and evaluate the talent acquisition process for the college. Guide the HR staff and hiring managers in the best practices as related to recruitment and selection of employees which are legal and defensible, while being efficient and effective by attracting and hiring the best talent possible.
• Oversee compliance with the policies and procedures for the employee background screening program, including professional references, criminal and credit (if required) background checks and verification of education credentials to ensure compliance and the acquisition of highly qualified employees.
• Oversee the Worker's Compensation program to ensure the college has a quality, proactive program in place that focuses on identification of risk, prevention of workplace injuries and strong case management during the course of any injury.
• Oversee the unemployment claims for the college. This includes determining response to any claims, providing appropriate documentation to defend against unjust claims and participating in hearings as required to defend the college's liability for any claims that are not warranted.
• Develop, implement, and administer all human resources policies and procedures that demonstrate the most promising practices, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and utilizing an accessibility, diversity, equity, and inclusion (ADEI) lens. Revise policies and update as necessary for compliance with changes to laws and regulations.
• Oversee Talent Development, Engagement and Belonging programs designed to improve employee engagement and job satisfaction, including such things as the college's onboarding process, employee development, employee recognition and employee relations including facilitation and mediation services as determined needed to resolve workplace conflict.
• Ensure the college has a competitive compensation and benefits program that will assist in attracting and retaining high skilled employees. In collaboration with the fiscal division, make recommendations based on market conditions to the leadership team for budgeting and planning purposes that will support employees in having a livable wage, improve retention and assure the college is being fiscally responsible and creating sustainability in its compensation/benefits practices. Ensure employees are paid accurately and timely. Provide high level oversight via the Human Resources staff to ensure that college records are appropriately collected, scanned, maintained, and archived according to federal and state law, as well as SBCCOE guidelines.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY FOR SUCCESS:

• Proven, progressive human resource professional with experience leading human resource functions in a complex organization.
• High level of knowledge in all areas of human resource management, including but not limited to compensation, benefits, training and development, talent acquisition and legal compliance.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communications skills with the ability to interact effectively with diverse colleagues. EQ must be a key quality and this individual will recognize that soft skills are as critical as hard skills in leading a dynamic team and working across the organization.
• High degree of personal integrity, loyalty, sound judgement in decision making, discretion with confidential and highly sensitive information and a record of putting the interests of the organization, its mission and vision, and its human resources first.
• Must have a track record of collaboration and innovation in human resources and personnel success to support and accomplish strategic objectives of the organization and the ability to harness and help inspire our most important asset, our people, to achieve them.
• Must be dynamic, creative, agile, able to work at a fast pace in a fluid environment and be passionate about our employees and the students we serve. Ability to translate strategy into action. Must be able to assess challenges and needs and take immediate steps to identify effective solutions.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Salary Range: Anticipated starting salary range is $100,000-$110,000 annually. This salary is determined by the qualifications of the selected candidate balanced with departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information. CCA offers an excellent benefit plan, including generous leave, holiday, and education benefits. Full time employees immediately upon hire earn 15 hours a month annual leave and 10 hours a month sick leave.

Deadline to Submit Application Material: This announcement will close Monday, March 25, 2024 at Midnight. Applications will no longer be accepted after the closing date.

Application Process: When submitting your online application, please include a cover letter, current resume, and professional references. Official transcripts showing the highest degree achieved should be submitted to HR@ccaurora.edu upon offer of employment. If you have questions regarding this position, please contact us at HR@ccaurora.edu.

By applying for this announced position, applicants are certifying that all statements, information and documents provided are true, complete and correct to the best of their knowledge and are made in good faith. Further, applicants understand that omissions, misleading, false or untrue information, or any attempt at fraud or deceit in any manner connected with this application and/or subsequent testing may result in them not being considered for jobs with the Community College of Aurora; may constitute grounds for discipline and/or termination after hire; and/or constitute grounds for further actions pursuant to law.

Application Checklist

Complete Applications must include the following documents:

• A cover letter that describes how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position
• A current resume uploaded as an attachment to your online application
• Candidates identified as finalists must provide three to five professional references, at least two of which must include a current direct supervisor and most recent supervisor. If you cannot provide two supervisor references, an opportunity will be afforded for discussion and consideration of alternative references with the CCA Human Resource Office. Please note, out of professional courtesy to you, we will not contact your current supervisor without first providing notice to you as a candidate and only when a contingent offer is pending in order to protect the confidentiality of your application to the full extent possible.
• If you are using education to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing that your degree has been conferred and the name of your school, or your NACES accreditation is required as part of your application. Please submit this as an attachment to your application. Please note that you have the right to redact dates from your transcript during the application process. A full, unredacted copy will be required upon hire.
• For any questions or technical issues please contact HR@CCAurora.ed

Notice to all Applicants:

• https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5129238&targetURL=

Notice to all Applicants:

• Proof of eligibility to work (Download PDF reader) in the United States must be produced within three (3) days of hire.
• Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment.
• Final candidate is subject to a criminal background check prior to final selection process.
• Final candidate is required to submit official transcripts to Human Resources within fourteen (14) days of hire.
• CCA is affiliated with the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) and as such, employees contribute to PERA in lieu of Social Security for retirement benefits. For more information, visit the COPERA web page.
• Individuals currently or formerly employed by the Colorado Community College System or one of its 13 colleges, and/or who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information in your application material. For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact our Title IX Compliance/Equal Opportunity Officer, Cindy Hesse, Vice President of Human Resources at 16000 E. CentreTech Parkway, Suite A207H, Aurora, Colorado 80011 or by phone at 303-360-4752, or e-mail at Cindy.Hesse@CCAurora.edu.

Colorado Residency Requirement:

Eligible applicants must be either a current Colorado resident or be able to provide proof of residency in Colorado within 30 days of the start date for the position, or they may be deemed ineligible for employment with the Community College of Aurora. Please contact HR@CCAurora.edu with any questions.

Community College of Aurora Inclusive Excellence Statement:

CCA embraces Inclusive Excellence because we want our students, staff, and faculty to learn and contribute within an inclusive environment. This means members of our college community will be active, respectful, and mindful of equity, diversity, and inclusion at all levels of engagement.

Inclusive Excellence will provide a foundation for student and institutional success. Recognizing our diversity is only the first step toward Inclusive Excellence.

We must also be intentional in valuing cultural differences and experiences, while incorporating them into practices, curricula, and policies.

Welcoming, Respectful, Inclusive - Together, we are CCA.

The Federal Clery Act: (The Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990) requires all institutions of higher learning to make available to prospective employees our agency's Annual Security Report. A copy of this information is available on the CCA website at the https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5129238&targetURL= with any questions.

Community College of Aurora Inclusive Excellence Statement:

CCA embraces Inclusive Excellence because we want our students, staff, and faculty to learn and contribute within an inclusive environment. This means members of our college community will be active, respectful, and mindful of equity, diversity, and inclusion at all levels of engagement.

Inclusive Excellence will provide a foundation for student and institutional success. Recognizing our diversity is only the first step toward Inclusive Excellence.

We must also be intentional in valuing cultural differences and experiences, while incorporating them into practices, curricula, and policies.

Welcoming, Respectful, Inclusive - Together, we are CCA.

The Federal Clery Act: (The Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990) requires all institutions of higher learning to make available to prospective employees our agency's Annual Security Report. A copy of this information is available on the CCA website at the Student Right to Know page. A paper copy of this report can be obtained at the College Security Office upon request. This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning crimes that occurred on campus or on property controlled or owned by Community College of Aurora, as well as public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, our campuses.

ADAAA Accommodations: Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact Robert Callaway at 303-360-4733 or Robert.Callaway@CCAurora.edu at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.

Pregnancy Related Accommodations, Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA): The Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA), allows applicants to request a reasonable accommodation for health conditions related to pregnancy or the physical recovery from childbirth. Candidates wishing to request reasonable accommodations must do so as soon as possible, preferably at least three days prior to the exam or interview. If you are an individual who wishes to request reasonable accommodations, please contact us at 303-360-4733 or Robert.Callaway@CCAurora.edu.

Non-Discrimination Statement: The Community College of Aurora prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment including those that violate federal and state law, or the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education Board Policies 3-120 and 4-120. The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, religion, genetic information, marital status, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its employment practices or educational programs and activities. For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact our Title IX Compliance/Equal Opportunity Officer, Cindy Hesse, Vice President of Human Resources at 16000 E. CentreTech Parkway, Suite A207H, Aurora, Colorado 80011 or by phone at 303-360-4752, or e-mail at Cindy.Hesse@CCAurora.edu.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/auroraccco/jobs/4441974/chief-human-resources-personnel-success-officer