Under the direction of the Dean of People and Culture, the Director of People Operations is responsible for the effective administration of human resources programs, services, and systems that support employees throughout the employment lifecycle. This position oversees recruitment, onboarding, employee records, benefits administration, performance management processes, policy administration, credentialing, and compliance activities. The Director ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, accreditation requirements, and institutional policies while providing responsive, professional, and solution-focused support to employees and supervisors.
- Knowledge of federal and state employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices.
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Knowledge of recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, performance management, and employee records administration.
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Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations consistently and fairly.
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Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive information.
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Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
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Strong customer service orientation and ability to build positive working relationships.
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Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
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Ability to facilitate professional and productive conversations regarding workplace concerns and employee relations matters.
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Experience preparing reports, analyzing data, and maintaining accurate records.
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Proficiency with HRIS systems, applicant tracking systems, Microsoft Office applications, and database management tools.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
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Ability to build trust and credibility with employees, supervisors, and leadership through professionalism, consistency, responsiveness, and sound judgment.
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Utilize AI-enabled tools, when appropriate, to support and enhance daily HR functions.
EOE/Statement of Non-Discrimination/Annual Security Report
WDTC subscribes to the fullest extent to the principle of the dignity of all people and their labors and will take action to ensure that applicants are employed, assigned, and promoted without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, pregnancy, marital status, religion, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship, political affiliation, disability, status as a veteran, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Every available opportunity will be taken in order to assure that each applicant for a position is selected on the basis of qualifications, merit, and ability. Inquiries may be directed to the Director of Human Resources at 605-718-2407. (07.2025)
ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT/CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires that the college’s Annual Security Report which includes crime statistics be made available to prospective employees and prospective students upon request. Western Dakota Tech’s Annual Security Report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported Clery crimes that occurred on campus and on public property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus safety and security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault prevention and response, timely warnings, emergency response, and other matters. You may obtain this information through the Western Dakota Tech website athttps://www.wdt.edu/assets/docs/uploads/consumer-information/securityreport.pdf . A printed copy of the report may be obtained by writing to the Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Student Success, Western Dakota 800 Mickelson Dr., Rapid City, SD 57703 or by calling (605) 718-2931.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - MUST COMPLY WITH THE IMMIGRATION REFORM AND CONTROL ACT OF 1986
