Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or business degree
5-7 years of supervisory experience in a public higher education HR environment
Experience with Ellucian Banner HR software
Strong background in EEOC compliance and employee relations
Ability to handle confidential matters with discretion
Effective interpersonal and communication skills
Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Microsoft Word
Responsibilities
Build and maintain collaborative partnerships with stakeholders
Lead strategic HR meetings to propose new HR strategies
Oversee hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations
Manage wage and salary programs effectively
Review and correct employment contracts
Update employment handbooks for accuracy
Provide training to subordinates and assist in policy interpretation
Benefits
Healthcare, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement plans
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
Long-term and short-term disability
Paid holidays, annual leave, and sick leave
Full Job Description
Salary : $109,500.00 Annually Location : Grambling Job Type: Full-Time Unclassified Job Number: Division: Administration and Business Affairs Department: Human Resources Opening Date: 04/29/2026 Closing Date: 10/30/2026 11:59 PM Central
Job Summary
The Director of Human Resources will serve as the senior leader overseeing the daily operations while consistently providing leadership, legal compliance and strategic planning to support the employees and their performance. Job Duties & Responsibilities
Build and maintain collaborative partnerships with internal and external customers to ensure that goals and objectives are clearly defined, documented, communicated, implemented and executed.
Lead and/or participates in strategic HR meetings to review, evaluate, and/or propose new HR strategies through the implementation/enhancement of operational or functional solutions, which are intended to improve customer relationships, operating efficiencies, and/or add business benefits.
Oversight of the hiring process, on-boarding/employment, fringe benefits, performance evaluations, Staff Development/Training, disciplinary actions, and terminations
Manage Wage & Salary Programs effectively and efficiently
Review employment contracts and make corrections as needed
Review and update all employment handbooks for accuracy
Provide training to all subordinates and indirectly to the EEO Office
Ensure compliance with federal, state, University of Louisiana System rules and regulations, and University policies and procedures
Assist University Supervisors with policy interpretations and employee relations matters
Ensure maintenance of Human Resource records as required by applicable laws, rules, and regulations
Review and supervise the collection and preparation of reports and statistical data
Manage regular HR Communications to the Staffing Community
Qualifications
Minimum:
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or business degree
Five to seven years of proven career progression, substantial supervisory experience, in a complex and public regulated Office of Human Resources within a higher education environment
Experience with Ellucian Banner HR software
Substantial experience with EEOC compliance and Employee Relations
Must be committed to equal opportunity, and demonstrate ability to maintain effective and collaborative working relations with internal and external constituents, contractors, and community partners
Handle confidential matters professionally and exude the appropriate level of discretion
Sound judgment and maturity
Effective interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
Working knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Microsoft Word
The ability to work effectively with campus and system administrators and diverse campus constituencies
A strong commitment to a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment
Preferred:
Master's degree with seven to ten years of experience, with a strong understanding of all HR functions and proven experience in driving a strategic workforce plan, with a SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification.
Supplemental Information Applications without the following will not be considered complete.
Cover Letter
Resume
Transcript(s) if applicable
Curriculum Vitae if applicable
Review of applicants will begin May 12th, 2026 and will continue until position is filled.
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Do you possess a bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a business degree?
Yes
No
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Do you have five to seven years of proven career progression, substantial supervisory experience in a complex and public regulated Office of Human Resources within a higher education environment?
Yes
No
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About Grambling State University
Grambling State University is a public, historically black university located in Grambling, Louisiana. The university was founded in 1901 and is a member of the University of Louisiana System. Grambling State University offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in a variety of fields, including business, education, nursing, and social work. The university is known for its strong athletic programs, particularly its football team, which has won numerous conference championships and produced a number of NFL players. Grambling State University is committed to providing a high-quality education to its students and preparing them for success in their chosen careers.
