Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer / Human Resources Director – College of Nursing (hybrid)

Description

The Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer / Human Resources Director – College of Nursing (hybrid) serves as the senior HR leader supporting the College of Nursing while also functioning as a key strategic partner to the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Human Resources Leadership – College of Nursing (Hybrid)

• Serve as the senior HR advisor and strategic partner to the College of Nursing leadership team.
• Partner with the Dean and academic leadership to develop and implement workforce strategies aligned with enrollment growth, program expansion, and evolving healthcare workforce needs.
• Provide strategic guidance on faculty and staff workforce planning, organizational design, and leadership effectiveness within the College.
• Lead and advise on complex employee relations matters, ensuring consistent, fair, and legally compliant resolution of issues.
• Support faculty and staff performance management processes, leadership coaching, and professional development initiatives.
• Utilize workforce data and hiring trends to inform strategic planning and capacity management across academic programs.
• Ensure position management, approvals, and hiring practices are efficient, compliant, and aligned with institutional standards.

• Organizational Effectiveness & Leadership Support

• Partner with College leadership to strengthen engagement, accountability, and collaboration across academic and administrative teams.
• Support leadership development and coaching for department chairs and academic leaders.
• Identify organizational challenges and recommend solutions that enhance operational effectiveness and workforce performance.

• Employee Relations & Compliance

• Provide oversight and guidance on complex employee relations issues within the College of Nursing.
• Ensure HR practices align with federal and California employment laws, university policies, and higher education regulatory requirements.
• Partner with HR leadership and legal counsel as needed to address sensitive matters and mitigate institutional risk.

• Deputy CHRO Responsibilities (Secondary / Institutional Role)

• Serve as a strategic partner to the CHRO in advancing key HR initiatives and strengthening HR practices across the University.
• Provide guidance and support to HR Business Partners serving other academic units and business units as needed to promote consistency and alignment in HR practices.
• Support enterprise HR initiatives related to organizational effectiveness, talent strategy, employee engagement, and leadership development.
• Contribute to institutional workforce planning and strategic HR initiatives that support the University’s mission and long-term growth.
• Represent HR leadership in cross-functional initiatives or committees as delegated by the CHRO.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Organizational Development, or related field
• 8+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, in complex, matrixed organizations
• Demonstrated experience partnering with executive leaders in a consultative HR Business Partner capacity
• Strong knowledge of employment law, performance management practices, and employee relations
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in human resources, Organizational Development, or related field preferred
• 8+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, complex, matrixed organizations, preferably in higher education
• Experience supporting faculty or academic environments is highly desirable

Work Environment

Office Location: Oakland, CA - Hybrid

This is a hybrid position based in Oakland, with in-office attendance varying depending on meetings, events, and business needs.

Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team in a dynamic academic setting.

Employee Status

Regular Exemption Status

Time Type

Full time