Title of Position Director of Talent & Culture
Department: Human Talent & Culture
Reports to Supervisor: Executive Vice President & COO
FLSA: Exempt
Holy Cross College’s Mission: The Mission of Holy Cross College is to educate and form global citizens with the competence to see and the courage to act. Holy Cross is a Catholic college that advances the apostolic mission of the Brothers of Holy Cross. Our practical, experiential, liberal arts curriculum applies timeless truths to contemporary life and leads people to wholeness in the image of Christ.
Central to our mission is an encompassing commitment to uphold the legacy of the Brothers of Holy Cross and the charism, mission, values and traditions of the Congregation of Holy Cross. Embracing this mission, we strive to live out the following aspects of our shared vocation. First, all members of our Holy Cross College Community are called to be educators in the faith, directing our efforts to the educational approach first developed by Blessed Fr. Basil Moreau, which underscores the formation of the mind and heart, for the Holy Cross College community. We desire to be a community that supports one another in developing excellence in our area of specialty and wholeness in our human dignity through relationships of collegiality and collaboration. As a community, we are stewards of the charism of the Congregation “to renew the Christian faith, to regenerate society and bring about better times.” At the College, your role and responsibilities are witness to how we seek to join our gifts together and build a community that honors every person’s contribution to this shared mission, the common good of the College, and the well-being of our students.
Our hiring practices reflect this missional commitment to being a Christ-centered institution.
Purpose: The Director of Talent & Culture is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive strategy which supports faculty and staff in advancing the College’s educational mission, strategic objectives, and operational priorities. This includes faculty and staff talent acquisition & development, total rewards, employee wellness, and compliance, along with information, systems, and external partner relations management. The Director of Talent & Culture reports to the Executive Vice President & COO.
Typical Schedule: This is a full-time position with normal workdays Monday through Friday. Extended hours and a flexible schedule may be necessary to meet deadlines and project requirements of the college including occasional weekends.
Essential Job Duties:
Leadership Expectations and Opportunities
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An understanding of Holy Cross College’s Catholic identity and educational mission. An appreciation for how visionary leadership of the College’s human resources functions, and partnership with the College’s Board, President, and Executive Council, supports and advances the College’s strategic objectives and operational priorities.
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Develop and implement a Collegewide strategy for attracting, developing, and retaining high-performing faculty and staff through leadership development, career pathways, and succession planning. Support hiring managers throughout active search processes.
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Work closely with the EVP & COO and College leadership to develop an annual performance management process.
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Foster faculty and staff engagement by implementing wellness initiatives, community-building activities, employee appreciation events, and by promoting workplace practices which support work-life balance.
Processes, Policies, and Compliance
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Administer total rewards processes, including salary & benefits benchmarking and administration, benefits renewal processes, and executive compensation. Collaborate with the College’s Business Office as appropriate on compensation and benefits administration.
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Oversee workplace investigation processes, improvement plans, corrective actions, and separation, involving the College’s leadership and external legal counsel as appropriate.
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Develop, administer, and periodically review relevant documents and policies, including but not limited to employee handbooks, position requisitions, search and hiring guidelines, and PTO/illness/leave policies.
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Lead the completion and submission of the annual IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) human resources survey, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal reporting requirements.
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Coordinate and execute participation in CUPA-HR (College and University Professional Association for Human Resources) surveys, including salary and benefits data benchmarking.
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Serve as the College’s Title IX Coordinator. Ensure proper federal, state, and local compliance including but not limited to ADA, EEO, and sexual harassment.
Systems, Information, and External Relations Management
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Responsible for use and oversight of human resources technology systems, maintenance and accuracy of data, and accurate reporting to support informed decision-making.
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Maintain relationships with external partners, including but not limited to HRIS systems vendors, employee training platform vendors, retirement plan vendors & partners, benefits brokers, peer groups, and relevant professional organizations.
Operations and Other Duties
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Partner with Academic Affairs to initiate faculty and adjunct contract renewals.
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Initiate and oversee new hire employment, including offer documentation, new hire forms, background checks, and employment eligibility verification (I-9), ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
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Lead orientation programs that integrate employees into institutional culture and provide compliance training (Title IX, FERPA, safety).
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Develop appropriate training programs for Supervisors (including managing student employees)
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Oversee the institution’s student employment program, ensuring compliance with federal work-study regulations and institutional policies.
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Manage and maintain up to date student employment webpage.
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Remain informed on current trends and practices in higher education, especially compensation and benefits, legal and regulatory matters, and talent development.
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Periodically reports to the EVP & COO on employee concerns and workplace culture.
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Assumes other special activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed.
Education, Skills, and Ability
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Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required, Master’s degree in Human Resources, Higher Education Administration, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
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Minimum seven years of progressively responsible human resources experiences, preferably within higher education or not-for-profit settings.
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Familiarity with ADP information system preferred.
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SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, and SPHR certification preferred
NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills and physical demands required of personnel so classified. Employment at Holy Cross College is ‘at will,’ meaning that either the College or the employee can end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Holy Cross College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Interested candidates should apply and submit résumé, cover letter, and three references (names and contact information) at Holy Cross College Career Opportunities.
