Located in the scenic Puget Sound area with nearby mountain ranges and Mount Rainier in the distance, Tacoma is surrounded by outdoor recreational opportunities such as hiking, boating and camping. Tacoma, Washington has been ranked as one of the most livable cities in the country, due to the increasing career opportunities, cultural diversity and community engagement, just to name a few.
Tacoma Community College (TCC) was built on the ancestral territory of Coast Salish peoples, specifically the Puyallup and Squaxin Island Tribes. The 1854 Medicine Creek Treaty forcibly removed them to Reservations to make way for colonizers; we recognize the privilege of utilizing this land has come at a great cost. We honor the resilience of the Puyallup and Squaxin Island people, who still live here, defend their rights, and contribute greatly to the well-being of our community. Our institution aims to increase partnerships and community ties with the local indigenous populations. Moreover, TCC stands in solidarity with Black Lives Matter and the Black community by further strengthening collaboration with the Black Student Union as well as community entities such as the Tacoma-Pierce County Black Collective, the Tacoma Urban League, and local black-owned businesses. In addition, we strongly support the Stop Asian Hate movement and have an active Asian Pacific Islander Student Club as well as an Asian and Pacific Islander Faculty and Staff Coalition. TCC is committed to developing more culturally responsive curricula by infusing and incorporating more educational content focused on the lives, experiences, and contributions of Native, Black, Latine, Asian, and other marginalized communities. We continually strive to become an anti-racist institution.
We are specifically focusing on improved support for traditionally marginalized populations, including Black/African- American, Indigenous, People of Color, Dreamers, justice-involved, immigrants and refugees, Veterans, people with disabilities, and the LGBTQ+ community. To this end, TCC seeks applicants who:
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Value intellectual curiosity and innovative teaching
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Welcome difference and model respectful interaction with others
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Recognize and honor the important role that diversity brings to an educational community
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Are committed to educating a racially and socioeconomically diverse student population
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Are committed to teaching in a community college setting
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Care deeply about student success
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Intentionally support and promote efforts related to equity, diversity, and inclusion
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Honor TCC’s mission promoting equitable access to educational opportunities
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Reflect the diversity of our community
Overview:
Tacoma Community College (TCC) seeks a strategic, proactive, and inclusive leader to serve as the Associate Vice President for Human Resources (AVP-HR). This leadership role is responsible for developing and executing college-wide human resources strategies aligned with institutional goals, fostering an equitable and collaborative college environment, and optimizing workforce potential across faculty, staff, and administration.
Job Description:
The Associate Vice President for Human Resources (AVP-HR) serves as a strategic, operational, and human resources leader, playing a crucial role in creating and implementing a human resources department that aligns with the College's goals, values, and strategic plan, and addresses the diverse needs of the workforce. The AVP-HR leads initiatives aimed at enhancing college morale and maintaining a healthy, inclusive, and equitable environment, including but not limited to equitable hiring, inclusive onboarding, bias-mitigation practices, and climate-building.
The Associate Vice President reports directly to the Vice President of Finance and Administrative Affairs (VPFA) and when necessary, has direct communication with and oversight by the College President.
The AVP-HR is responsible for developing, overseeing, and implementing HR policies, procedures, and processes related to payroll, entitlements, benefits, performance management, recruitment, orientation, training, and retention. The AVP-HR is tasked with ensuring employer compliance with all federal and state civil rights and employment laws, including Title IX. The AVP-HR leads and facilitates all labor-management relations, and collective bargaining on behalf of the College. Overall, the role involves ensuring that HR practices effectively support the college’s operational needs, workforce planning, talent development, and strategic priorities for both current and future staffing needs, while promoting a productive and engaged college community.
Application Materials & Procedure
Complete application packages must include the following.
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Tacoma Community College online application.
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Resume & cover letter describing how your educational background and experience align with the responsibilities and qualifications.
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Copies of transcripts for all colleges and universities attended.
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Tacoma Community College is committed to eliminating barriers and systems of oppression so we may serve all learners AND support each other as colleagues. We strive to be an anti-racist institution and value compassion, respect, and continuous improvement. A critical component of this is the understanding that the work of establishing, cultivating, and championing Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) belongs to all employees. Please share with us, in an attached statement (maximum two pages), how your experiences and understanding of EDI will contribute to, foster, and support this crucial work here at TCC.
Compensation and Benefits
This is a full-time administrative position contracted on an annual basis. The salary for this position is $150,000 — $165,000. Tacoma Community College offers a comprehensive healthcare benefits package for you and your dependents including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Life and long-term disability insurance plans; vacation, sick and personal leave; reduced tuition for the employee; and retirement benefits are also provided.
Tacoma Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Patrícia McCray-Roberts, Title VII and Title IX, 253-566-5051; Kathryn Held, Section 504 Officer, Building 7, 253-566-5157. Tacoma Community College is a smoke-free/drug free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice.
Tacoma Community College
Human Resources
6501 S 19th St Bldg. 14, Tacoma WA 98466
