Join our dynamic team at UAF’s College of Indigenous Studies (CIS) and the Community and Technical College (CTC) to lead the HR strategy for both colleges. In this role, you will spearhead HR administration and support initiatives, focusing on collaboration, mentorship, and compliance with university policies. You will oversee the HR functions, mentor HR coordinators, and ensure alignment with the strategic goals of both colleges. At CIS and CTC, you'll discover a supportive work culture that values diversity, fosters professional growth, and celebrates achievements. You will play a crucial role in recruitment, employee relations, and training initiatives, making a meaningful impact on our community. Embrace this opportunity to advance your career in a vibrant and inclusive environment where your contributions will be recognized and valued.
The HR Manager for CIS and CTC is a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing all HR administration and support functions. This position requires a strategic thinker who can effectively manage multiple priorities while ensuring alignment with the University of Alaska's overarching goals. As an expert resource for HR processes, policies, and compliance, the HR Manager will collaborate with various units to enhance service excellence and operational efficiency.
Key responsibilities include defining objectives and deadlines, mentoring HR coordinators, and implementing quality control measures to uphold high standards. The role demands a proactive approach to recruitment, employee relations, and training initiatives, emphasizing continuous improvement and professional development across the organization. With a focus on navigating complex HR challenges, the HR Manager will play a crucial role in fostering a supportive and compliant work environment for all CIS and CTC personnel.
To thrive in this role, candidates must possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills, demonstrating the ability to mentor and oversee HR coordinators effectively. A deep understanding of HR policies and compliance requirements is essential, alongside a strategic mindset to align HR initiatives with UA’s goals. Successful candidates will excel in conflict resolution, possess high-level recruitment skills, and demonstrate a commitment to professional development and continuous improvement within the department. Adaptability and a proactive approach to problem-solving will be key in supporting the diverse needs of CIS and CTC personnel and ensuring seamless HR operations.
Additionally, those with prior experience in the University of Alaska's systems and HR practices will benefit greatly, leveraging their familiarity to enhance operational efficiency. Adaptability and a proactive approach to problem-solving will be key in supporting the diverse needs of CIS and CTC personnel and ensuring seamless HR operations.
Minimum Qualifications:
Three years college coursework and three years progressively responsible experience related to the program specialty, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Position Details:
The position is based in Fairbanks, Alaska, and will share time between the CTC Campus at 604 Barnette and the Troth Yeddha' campus. This is a full-time, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 79, based on education and experience.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified.
Applications will be accepted for first review on 9/30/2024, to ensure consideration, please apply by 11:55 PM, Alaska Standard Time on 9/29/2024.
*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.
UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination.
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Stasia Craddick, College of Indigenous Studies HR Coordinator, at uaf-cis-hr-dept@alaska.edu or 907-474-6569.
All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.
*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.
Access to the reports is available at:
UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu.
UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or uaf-orca@alaska.edu.
UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing uas.clery@alaska.edu.
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