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Posted: 03-May-22
Location: Fairfax, Virginia
Salary: Open
Department: College of Science (COS)
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Director of Human Resources, College of Science
The George Mason University, College of Science (COS), invites well qualified applicants to apply for our position as Director of Human Resources.
Mason Science is committed to advancing access, justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (A-JEDI) throughout our STEM community, including within our hiring and retention practices. At Mason Science, our values include fostering an organizational culture that promotes anti-racism, belonging, respect, and civility. We believe that a diversity of opinions, cultures, and perspectives is what provides vibrancy, innovation and growth to an academic community. By prioritizing inclusive excellence in academics, teaching, research, and global engagement, we strive to attract a diverse pool of faculty and staff who exemplify the Mason Science mission and vision.
About Us:
The College of Science at George Mason University blends traditional science education with sought-after programs in molecular medicine, climate dynamics, planetary science, forensic science, environmental studies, and geoinformation science to prepare students for exciting careers at the cutting edge of interdisciplinary scientific domains.
While serving as a vital community and regional resource for teaching and learning through hands-on programming for kindergarten through 12th grade (K–12) students, teacher training, and outreach programs, the college also undertakes pioneering research endeavors that offer insight and solutions to the complex issues that challenge today's world. The
COS community includes more than 4,100 undergraduate students; 1,000 graduate students; and 970 faculty and staff. To learn more visit
https://science.gmu.edu/
Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Chief Business Officer (CBO) of the College of Science, the COS Director of Human Resources will lead the strategic planning and implementation of the College's HR-related initiatives and processes, including employee relations, recruiting and retention, and equity matters (in collaboration with the Director of DEI); provide overall leadership, supervision, management, and coordination of the College's HR functions, including supervision and development of the COS HR team; oversee the development and implementation of related policies and procedures; serve as chief HR liaison for the College with University administration, and collaborate with peers in other colleges/units; work closely with the CBO and other members of the College's senior leadership team to ensure optimal resourcing in support of the College's vision for excellence in academics, teaching, research and service.
In collaboration with central University offices, the Director of HR will provide leadership and expertise to the College in key strategic areas including workforce planning, compensation, performance evaluation, and recruitment and retention. This includes developing and maintaining key metrics and reporting to assist College leadership and supervisors in related decision-making. Additionally, the incumbent will work with individuals, supervisors, College leadership and central HR Employee Relations to address all employee relations issues and promote a well-defined and transparent disciplinary system (i.e., corrective action, performance improvement plan).
Additional duties include but are not limited to:
- Lead the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures for the College that promote transparency, effectiveness and efficiency in the College's processes;
- Ensure COS policies are in alignment with University policies and procedures;
- Provide leadership in faculty and staff compensation analyses and initiatives, including related to recruiting and retention efforts;
- Collaborate with central administration offices (such as Human Resources & Payroll, the Office of the Provost, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, University Counsel) to further the College's mission, projects, and priorities;
- Partner with HR leaders in other academic units to share best practices, develop policies and procedures, and problem-solve;
- In collaboration with the Director of DEI and other college leadership, serve as a partner in establishing and maintaining A-JEDI culture of civility, belonging, collaboration and respect;
- Oversee the annual evaluation process of administrative faculty, classified and research staff, providing guidance to departments as needed;
- Work closely with Department Chairs and Faculty Affairs leadership to facilitate the annual evaluation process of instructional, research and adjunct faculty;
- Oversee key processes executed by the HR team, including visas and other work authorization documentation; tenure-line faculty renewal, promotion, and tenure process (RPT); term faculty reappointment, multi-year contract, and promotion process (RMP).
Required Qualifications:
- Master's degree in a relevant field or a Bachelor's degree accompanied by extensive relevant experience;
- Knowledge of principles and practices of human resources, employee relations policies and procedures, and inclusive excellence hiring practices;
- Demonstrated ability to act with integrity and maintain confidentiality;
- Knowledge and experience in the leadership and management of human resources strategy, planning, and execution;
- Knowledge of the importance of A-JEDI in higher education, human resources, and employee relations;
- Ability to work in partnership with and across various internal and external stakeholders (e.g., faculty, staff, supervisees, administrative faculty, university HR team);
- Knowledge of cultural responsiveness and its role in higher education, human resources, and employee relations;
- Ability to communicate with all colleagues and supervisees in a manner that is both professional and compassionate;
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in management of HR matters preferably within a higher education setting.
Salary: Commensurate with education and experience.
Location: Fairfax, VA
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About George Mason University
George Mason University is a public, comprehensive, research university established by the Commonwealth of Virginia located in Northern Virginia, outside of Washington, D.C. Mason was initially founded as a branch of the University of Virginia in 1949, and became an independent institution in 1972. George Mason University is an innovative and inclusive academic community committed to creating a more just, free, and prosperous world.
George Mason University has 37,000 students from all 50 states and 130 countries and a residential population of more than 6,000 students. Mason is a vibrant and dynamic community of scholars. 80% of our students are employed within six months of graduation. Nearly two-thirds of the 140,000 Mason alumni live and work in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area.
Mason is a young university that, in just a short time, has made impressive strides in size, stature and influence. Today, as Virginia’s largest public research university, we are setting the benchmark for a bold, progressive education that serves the needs of our students and communities. To that end, we have 10 schools and colleges devoted to a variety of study.
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...re Mason students for the demands of work, social responsibility, and life in an ever-changing global society. University Life's mission statement is core to our work. We support every student at Mason, from orientation through graduation.
George Mason: Patriotism Personified.
George Mason, for whom our university is named, was one of the greatest of the founding fathers of the United States. Mason drafted the Virginia Declaration of Rights, which became a model for the first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution, known as the Bill of Rights.
We Are in Virginia. But We Serve the World.
Mason is committed to creating a more just, free and prosperous world. Located in one of the most important political, economic and intellectual hubs in the world, we accept our responsibility to serve others: to help our students succeed, enrich the life of our community, and contribute to solving some of the most complex global problems of our time.
Washington, D.C.: Land of Opportunity.
Mason’s main campus is in Fairfax, Virginia, just 15 miles outside of Washington, D.C. The nation’s capital is easily accessible by car or public transportation.
At Mason, you can enjoy the best of both worlds: a beautiful wooded residential campus and outstanding college experience, as well as numerous internship and recreational opportunities that only a world-class urban setting like D.C. can offer.
You can intern with National Geographic or the Justice Department, visit the numerous museums with your Art History classmates, take a selfie in front of Lincoln Memorial, catch a Nationals baseball game, kayak along the Potomac, or check out the many neighborhoods where you’ll discover lots of great shopping, places to eat, art galleries, music venues, and much more. You can attend events and hear nationally recognized speakers. You’ll run out of time before you run out of things to do.
There’s more to explore. Students participate in a field trip to the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C., organized by the Office of International Programs and Services.
In just a short drive, you can be hiking in the Shenandoah Mountains or walking the boardwalk in either Ocean City, Maryland, or Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Our closest airports are Dulles International Airport and Ronald Reagan National Airport, and Mason is easily accessible by public transportation. Free shuttle buses help you get to the nearest Metro station in Vienna, Virginia, just a short distance from our Fairfax Campus. The Arlington Campus is within walking distance of the Virginia Square-GMU stop on the Orange Line.
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We will invest in recruiting, retaining, and developing talented and diverse faculty and academic and professional staff. We will create a vibrant campus life in which all members can grow and thrive.
Diversity.
Diversity is one of our core values; everyone is welcome here. Mason was recently named the most diverse university in Virginia by U.S. News & World Report.
We bring together a multitude of people and ideas in everything that we do. Our culture of inclusion, our multidisciplinary approach, and our global perspective makes us more effective educators and scholars.
While at Mason, you’ll be making your own decisions and forming your own view of the world. Engaging with diverse groups of individuals, including students, faculty, and staff, will enrich this experience. You will learn from them, and they will learn from you.
We have a variety of communities here, and you're sure to find a group of people who are like you. The great thing is you'll also be embraced by communities of people who are not like you. At Mason, you'll be in a place where the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.
Interacting with people from a variety of backgrounds will:
•Widen your outlook of the world,
•Show you how to work and collaborate with people of differing views,
•Expose you to new perspectives from people with disparate life experiences, and
•Give you the social skills to interact with all kinds of people.
Diversity also enhances learning and creative thinking by prompting the study of new material and the awareness of fresh viewpoints. The power of many perspectives will boost your capacity to explore original ideas and solutions. Seeing issues in a new way heightens your creativity and problem-solving abilities.
Another benefit: As our nation becomes more diverse, students who learn in a diverse environment will be more competitive in an increasingly global economy. You’ll enhance your critical thinking skills and improve your ability to develop nuanced solutions to real-world problems.
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