Director of Human Resources

The College of Pharmacy at the University of Florida is seeking an experienced Director of Human Resources that will lead and oversee human resources functions within the College of Pharmacy, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and strategic initiatives. This position reports directly to the Dean and is responsible for workforce planning, policy development, process optimization, and compliance while fostering a culture of engagement and operational excellence. The Director will collaborate with leadership, faculty, and staff to drive HR strategies that support the college’s mission, including but not limited to recruitment, retention, performance management, and professional development.  This position acts as a subject matter expert in HR for COP and is responsible for monitoring any new UF, state, or federal policies or regulations.

Strategic HR Leadership:

• Oversee the comprehensive management of all HR-related activities within the College of Pharmacy, ensuring that HR strategies and initiatives are in alignment with the College's broader academic and institutional goals.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to provide insights and recommendations on strategic workforce planning and talent management.
• Lead the development and execution of initiatives to enhance employee engagement, retention, and organizational culture.
• Monitor industry trends and best practices to ensure the college remains competitive and adaptive in its HR policies and practices.

HR Administration:

• Oversee HR operations, including but not limited to recruitment, onboarding, classification and compensation, benefits, immigration, and employee development.
• Ensure compliance with university policies, state and federal labor laws, and accreditation requirements.
• Serve as the primary HR liaison between the College of Pharmacy and central UF HR offices.
• Educate faculty and staff on HR policies and best practices through training and clear communication to reduce misunderstandings and ensure consistent application across the College.

Performance Management and Employee Engagement:

• Implement strategies to improve the retention of high-performing faculty and staff, including offering mentoring, training, and clear career progression pathways.
• Lead initiatives that foster a culture of continuous improvement, professional growth, and engagement through regular feedback, recognition programs, and employee development support.
• Partner with leadership to ensure alignment of individual performance goals with the College's strategic objectives.
• Oversee evaluation processes for staff, faculty, and post docs across Pharmacy. 

Employee Relations:

• Provide guidance and support in managing employee relations issues, ensuring a fair and equitable approach to conflict resolution, grievances, and disciplinary actions.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to faculty and staff, providing support on sensitive HR matters and facilitating positive working relationships across the College.
• Liaison with the HSC Employee relations office on all ER matters for Pharmacy.
• Identify potential employee relations issues early, working proactively with leadership to resolve conflicts and promote a healthy work environment.

Team Management:

• Provide mentorship and coaching to a team of HR professionals, fostering professional growth, enhancing skill sets, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals and HR best practices.
• Oversee the distribution of tasks and responsibilities among the HR team, ensuring efficient handling of inquiries, recruitment, employee relations, and other HR functions, while maintaining high service standards.
• Foster open communication and collaboration within the HR department, ensuring the team works effectively to resolve challenges and deliver excellent HR services to the College.

Commensurate with education and experience.

Master’s degree in appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience or a bachelor’s degree in appropriate areas of specialization and eight years of experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 8 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years of leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws, and compliance requirements.
• Experience in higher education or a research-intensive environment is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex HR issues, promote conflict resolution, and foster a positive workplace culture.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and build strong working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities with discretion and professionalism.

For consideration, candidates must upload a cover letter, resume, and list of at least 3 professional references.  In your cover letter, please outline your experience leading HR in an academic or complex organizational setting and how you would contribute to the continued success of the College of Pharmacy at UF.

This is primarily an on-campus leadership position with hybrid flexibility possible after a successful onboarding period.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.