Position InformationGeneral Information
Position Number 000467
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Working Title Assistant Vice Chancellor for HR Operations/Deputy CHRO
Position Designation EHRA Non-Faculty
Employment Type Permanent - Full-time
Months per Year 12
Work Schedule Mon - Fri, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with occasional evening and weekend hours required, as necessary
Hours per week 40
FLSA Status Exempt
Division Business Affairs
Department Human Resources (Adm)
Work Location King
Salary Range $135,000 - $145,000
Primary Purpose of Position The Assistant Vice Chancellor for Human Resources Operations and Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer serves as the senior operational leader for Human Resources and the principal deputy to the Chief Human Resources Officer. This position provides executive leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight for compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, HR compliance, HR information systems, workforce administration, and HR service delivery.
As a member of the Human Resources executive leadership team, the Assistant Vice Chancellor serves as a trusted advisor to university leadership and ensures that HR programs, policies, and services advance institutional priorities while maintaining compliance with University, UNC System, State of North Carolina, and federal requirements. The position exercises delegated authority on behalf of the CHRO and serves as Acting CHRO in the CHRO's absence.
The Assistant Vice Chancellor leads the design and implementation of comprehensive total rewards strategies, talent acquisition initiatives, workforce planning efforts, and HR operational excellence programs that enable the institution to attract, retain, and engage a highly qualified workforce.
Summary of Position Responsibilities - Serve as the Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer and strategic partner to the CHRO.
- Provide leadership and oversight for talent acquisition, compensation, benefits, position management, and HR policy administration.
- Develop and implement workforce strategies that support recruitment, retention, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness.
- Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws, regulations, and university policies.
- Partner with academic and administrative leaders to address workforce needs and advance institutional priorities.
- Lead and develop HR staff while promoting operational excellence, customer service, and continuous improvement.
- Utilize workforce data and industry best practices to inform strategic decision-making and drive HR initiatives.
Minimum Education/Experience - Bachelor's degree in human resources, Public Administration, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, Higher Education Administration, or a closely related field.
- Minimum of eight to ten years of progressively responsible human resources leadership experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Minimum of five years of experience supervising professional staff and managing multiple HR functions.
- Demonstrated expertise in compensation, talent acquisition, benefits administration, HR policy development and workforce planning.
- Experience interpreting and applying employment laws and regulations.
- Strong analytical, communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
- Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships with executive leadership and stakeholders.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience - Master's degree in a related field.
- Experience in higher education, public sector, or other complex highly regulated organization.
- Senior-level HR leadership experience overseeing multiple units within HR.
- Experience supporting a large and diverse employee population.
- Experience implementing HR technology, process improvement, and organizational change initiatives.
Necessary Certifications/LicensesPreferred Certifications/Licenses - Professional certification such as SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP, SPHR, PHR.
Special Notes to Applicants - The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
- The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
- Please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
- Do not write 'see resume' on your application when
completing the job duties section. - UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
Posting Open Date 10/21/2026
Posting Close DateOpen Until Filled Yes
Proposed Hire Date 11/11/2026
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