The Director of Human Resources (DHR) is responsible for leading the Human Resources function at a divisional level with responsibility for multiple locations. The DHR partners with Divisional Leaders to develop and implement people strategies, plans and programs to drive performance, fostering positive employee relations and talent management within the division. The DHR serves as the primary liaison with the business units while partnering closely with other Human Resources functional teams (Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Learning and Development, and DEI) to collaboratively deliver strategic people solutions.

This is a hybrid position the candidate can be located near our Dallas, TX or Kansas City, MO campuses.

Provide strategic HR leadership, planning and execution of people solutions for current and future business needs
• Build strong partnerships with operational leaders
• Lead the talent management and development strategies in alignment with the company strategies and business objectives
• Implement and drive the execution of talent programs and processes to strengthen the division's talent portfolio,
• Develop the next generation of leaders and maximize the return on human capital
• Lead talent review, performance evaluation processes, workforce planning and succession planning initiatives; calibrate and level-set to ensure accuracy of ratings and assessments
• Partner with stakeholders to assess internal management potential of field leadership; identify development needs, and implements appropriate development plans for high potentials; monitor progress and effectiveness of development plans to measure succession readiness
• Provide consultation and training to leadership on processes and tools to select and assess talent, identify skill gaps, and implement effective development plans
• Provides strategic direction for employee relations initiatives
• Develop and foster a culture of compliance, service, and partnership
• Facilitate employee engagement strategies
• Create and support fair and inclusive people strategies
• Builds necessary skills and competencies in the workforce by facilitating leader and employee development programs and training
• Establish/maintain a high-performance team of professional, motivated, and engaged staff utilizing effective training, performance management and career-development activities while leading them to achieve established business results and performance metrics
• Recognizes and rewards employee contributions and achievements
• Other duties as assigned

Education / Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources or related field required
• Minimum of seven years of senior level generalist Human Resources experience encompassing demonstrated experience in various HR disciplines such as employee relations, performance management, staffing, compensation, benefits, EEO/AAP, etc. (required)
• In-depth experience consulting with business partners on Talent Management, Change Management, Organizational Development, Leadership Development, Performance Management, and Talent Acquisition
• Must have experience working in a multi-site, multi-state environment
• PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification preferred
• Predictive Index Licensed Analyst preferred

Skills

• Facilitate regular, meaningful two-way communication
• Strong working knowledge of employment law, corporate policies and procedures and employee relations
• Identify trends and track key metrics to determine overall effectiveness of initiatives and support of business goals and adjust strategies accordingly
• Actively look for ways to assist with employee's needs
• Understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making
• Be aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do
• Identify complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
• Present ideas in a clear and compelling manner, both verbally and in written format
• Exceptional listening and conflict resolution skills
• Intermediate level presentation and training facilitation skills
• Drive, and be accountable for, results in a fast-paced environment
• Intermediate level proficiency with productivity software (MS Office), HRIS (UKG), and other enterprise-level software (Adobe DC, SharePoint, etc.

Abilities

• Able and willing to:
  • Communicate, think, learn, and reason
  • Use computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to process transactions, store documents, enter data, or perform assigned tasks
  • Safely ambulate and/or maneuver when on-site UTI locations
  • Demonstrate and utilize active listening, inductive reasoning, information ordering and category flexibility
• Ability to use good judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with discretion
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where deadlines are essential and multiple projects are worked simultaneously
• Ability to gain, understand and apply information and data as it relates essential functions of the position
• Ability to foster long-term relationships with stakeholders

Work Environment

• Work is performed indoors in a climate-controlled environment when on site at assigned company location. Employees must be able to safely ambulate when on company premises.
• This position is hybrid (remote and onsite) worksite. Employees must meet minimum technical standards for eligibility and participation. Onsite work environments may include exposure to student learning environments with a variety of conditions. Employees must be able to follow all safety precautions including the use of personal-protective equipment. Employees must also be able to adhere to site-specific safety procedures.

Pay and Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision
• Company paid LTD & STD
• 401K with Company match