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*** *** Applications submitted on MassCareers will not be considered.*** Applicants must apply on the Salem State Career site to be considered. Overview The Assistant Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer (AVP, CHRO) is responsible for providing strategic leadership in all aspects of the human resources function across the institution, helps drive a culture of change, and makes meaningful contributions throughout the campus community. Working collaboratively with leaders across the campus, the AVP will oversee an effective, responsive, and customer service-oriented operation, and develop strategic programs and innovative practices in support of the university's mission.
The AVP will promote a high-performing, positive, equitable, and productive culture, with the goals of maintaining high levels of employee engagement while fostering an inclusive and collegial environment. The AVP is responsible for the university's human resources policies and procedures; employee relations and labor relations, including administration of the APA and AFSCME collective bargaining agreements; providing support to the President and Provost in administration of the MSCA collective bargaining agreement; recruitment, employee education, training and professional development; salary structure design (non-union), compensation and administration, including classification of new positions and performance management and all other matters relating to the human resources function.
Qualifications:Required Qualifications - A bachelor's degree in human resources or a related field
- Ten years of experience working in human resources in positions of increasing responsibility
- Experience managing human resources staff
- Experience managing budgets
Preferred Qualifications - Three years of experience in labor and employee relations
- Experience working in higher education or a similarly complex organization
- Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of Commonwealth of Massachusetts laws, systems, and policies
- Strong project management, organizational, and planning skills and the ability to effectively prioritize and solve complex problems while making decisions
Working Location This is an onsite position in Salem, MA with in-person responsibilities, which may require occasional work on evenings and weekends.
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DO NOT APPLY ON MASSCAREERS.
*** *** Applications submitted on MassCareers will not be considered.*** Please apply online at the
Salem State Career site and attach resume, cover letter. Please submit your application by
November 15, 2026. Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university.
This position is not eligible for H1B visa sponsorship.
Recruitment Agencies Salem State University does not partner with or accept candidates from outside staffing agencies. All hiring is managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team.
