Bowie State University, nestled between Baltimore Maryland and Washington, DC and a member institution of the University System of Maryland, seeks a Chief Human Resources Officer. This highly visible position will provide strategic and operational leadership to the institution in human resources planning, policy and systems development, and functional enhancements. The successful candidate will ensure HR programs and initiatives are integrated and effective in supporting the overall vision, mission, goals and objectives of the University.

Bowie State University is among the nation’s top comprehensive Universities, cultivating next-generational leaders by providing opportunities for students to discover their strengths through focused academic experiences and opportunities to tackle real-world problems. We are committed to preparing students for success in a highly technological global society.

In addition, the University is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who enter our campus, striving to attract and retain students, faculty and staff.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Provides innovative leadership and direction in the management of core functional areas of the HR department;

· Provides strategic leadership in the development of short and long range organizational goals, objectives, strategic plans, policies, and operating procedures;

· Collaborate with staff to respond appropriately to complex, escalated issues, recruitment, benefit, classification and compensation, and information concerns;

· Provides strategic direction on streamlining and automating processes, procedures, organizational systems, HR services, customer service and experience and data management;

· Provides oversight and direction in the implementation of Workday from a management perspective;

· Provides expert consultation and guidance to University leadership, supervisors and staff on HR best practices, policy interpretation, problem resolution, and compliance with state, federal, USM regulations. In addition, will advise leaders on strategic and complex human resources issues of key significance;

· Ensures compliance with policies, procedures, and standards governing human resources;

· Directs and coordinates the activities of assigned HR staff members; evaluates performance, monitors workload and performance;

· Establishes a robust training and development program for staff and faculty as needed ensuring that training needs are addressed and monitored;

· Manages the Union Negotiation and collaboratively work with the three bargaining units and addresses employee relations concerns;

· Establishes various metrics and other measures of success as it relates to functional areas;

· Provides oversight, monitors and develops salary plans and ensures the fair payment of faculty and staff;

· Serves on USM and BSU committees and as a member of the Negotiation Team;

· Directs and administers the University’s Benefits plans, including insurance, retirement, and other benefits programs. Evaluates and develops recommendations for improvements to faculty and staff employer-sponsored benefits plan;

· Oversees the administration of hiring faculty, staff, and students ensuring that they are paid timely;

A Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Human Resources Administration, Public Administration or related field, and 10 years human resources management experience required; strategic, talent management highly preferred; certification in Human Resources preferred.

An offer of employment is contingent upon successfully completing a due diligence background check and credential verification. Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986).

Please be advised, COVID-19 vaccinations are not required but encouraged for all eligible students, faculty and staff employed at Bowie State University. This protocol is subject to change.

Bowie State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

The Universityoffers an excellent benefits package to the successful candidate to include 22 days of vacation; 15 days of sick leave a year; 3 days of personal leave; 5 types of benefits plans; Tuition Remission, Flexible Spending Account, two types of retirement plans and a winter and spring break.