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Assistant Vice President for Talent, Culture, and Human Resources
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Assistant Vice President for Talent, Culture, and Human Resources
St. Ambrose University and the Mount Mercy University campus seek a strategic and collaborative leader to serve as Assistant Vice President for Talent, Culture, and Human Resources. This senior leadership role oversees all HR functions across a growing multi-institution university network.
The AVP will partner closely with executive leadership to drive talent excellence, strengthen organizational effectiveness, and foster a high-performing, mission-driven culture across institutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on workforce strategy, organizational design, and talent initiatives
- Lead a comprehensive talent strategy including recruitment, onboarding, retention, succession planning, and leadership development
- Oversee employee experience initiatives, engagement strategies, and employee relations processes
- Direct total rewards programs, including compensation, benefits, and workforce planning
- Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, Title VII, Title IX, EEO)
- Optimize HR operations, systems, and analytics across multiple campuses
- Lead organizational development, performance management, and professional development programs
- Provide leadership for HR teams across institutions and support future growth and integration opportunities
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Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience
- Demonstrated expertise in talent management, organizational development, and employment law compliance
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications
- Proven ability to influence and partner with executive leadership
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree (MBA, MHR, or related field)
- Higher education, nonprofit, or multi-entity experience
- SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent certification
- Experience leading HR functions across multiple campuses or organizations
Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
- Generous paid time off and holidays.
- Tuition Remission.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Access to campus amenities, cultural events, and recreational facilities.
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To Apply
St. Ambrose University and its affiliate campuses are an inclusive, Catholic and diocesan community of learners empowering all members of that community to act courageously, to seek wisdom through faith and reason, to work for justice and mercy, and to lead lives of service.
Interested candidates should submit your resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references through our online application portal at https://stambroseuniv.applicantlist.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. St. Ambrose is an equal opportunity employer. #HEJ
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