Associate Vice President of People & Culture (Aurora)

Associate Vice President of People & Culture

About the Company

Diverse private higher education institution

Industry

Higher Education

Type

Educational Institution

Founded

1893

Employees

501-1000

Categories

• Education
• Universities
• Aurora University
• Colleges & Universities
• Colleges and Universities

About the Role

The Company is seeking an Associate Vice President for People and Culture to serve as the Chief Human Resources Officer and lead the university's strategic, people-centered HR initiatives. The successful candidate will be a visionary leader responsible for ensuring the delivery of timely, effective, and customer-focused HR services. This pivotal role involves spearheading the evolution of the institution into an employer of choice, with a strong emphasis on comprehensive management strategies, policy improvements, and the creation of an inclusive community where all members can thrive. The AVPPC will lead a small team and provide direction on a range of HR matters, including recruitment and retention, onboarding, leadership development, employee relations, total rewards, performance management, and HR technology and data.

Applicants for the AVPPC position at the company should be proven administrators with a steady focus on delivering excellence in people and culture services. The role requires a leader who can align HR initiatives with the institution's strategic goals and commitment to exceptional treatment of faculty and staff. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR and be adept at implementing transformational vision and strategic leadership. A key aspect of the role is the implementation of the company's strategic plan's Engage and Value pillar, which is central to the work of establishing the institution as an employer of choice. The AVPPC will be a strategic partner to the leadership team and must be prepared to take on a challenging and rewarding position that is instrumental in the company's mission to create a thriving and inclusive academic community.

Hiring Manager Title

Senior Vice President for Business and Finance

Travel Percent

Less than 10%

Functions