Director, Human Resources - Talent Management

Director, Human Resources - Talent Management

Under the administrative direction of the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), the Director of Human Resources – Talent Management at Spokane Colleges provides strategic leadership for Human Resources staff across full-time, part-time, classified, and student employee groups. This role develops and supervises the Human Resources Partner (HRP) function in the core areas of classification and reallocation consultation, supervisor coaching, employee and labor relations, performance management, and compliance.

It also oversees a full-cycle recruitment program, including recruitment, examination, selection, and certification, while advancing inclusive excellence in applicant outreach and hiring practices. In addition, the Director leads the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of onboarding to ensure compliance, engagement, and a seamless faculty and staff transition across campuses. The position serves as a skilled, human resource consultant performing professional human resource duties.

Responsible for resolving complex human resource issues. Plans and carries out work with general supervision utilizing knowledge of laws, policies and regulations. Responsible for prioritizing and managing issues within designated areas of responsibility. Maintain and ensure a confidential environment at all times.

Roles and Responsibilities

Supervision / Administration

• Prioritize and manage issues within the assigned area of responsibility while maintaining confidentiality.
• Oversee human resource operations and supervise staff who advise administrators, supervisors, and employees.
• Manage projects assigned by the CHRO, maintain reports and statistics, prepare projections, respond to external surveys and inquiries, and develop and deliver related management and employee training.

Senior Level Human Resources Partner (HRP)

• Provide professional human resources consulting and resolve complex HR issues with general supervision.
• Lead HRP team development with a focus on supervisor coaching, classification/reallocation consultation, employee and labor relations, performance management, and compliance.
• Provide HR guidance across recruitment, classification, compensation, employee relations, performance management, policy development, organizational analysis, training and development, and interpretation of laws, rules, and policies.
• Apply knowledge of applicable laws, policies, and regulations to carry out responsibilities effectively.

Recruitment Oversight

• Enhance, develop and maintain a top tier full-cycle recruitment process, including job description consultant, sourcing, selection process, and employer branding.
• Develop strategies to expand inclusive excellence in applicant outreach and hiring at Spokane Colleges.
• Oversee the Recruitment / Talent Acquisition function focused on continuous strengthening of hiring strategies and support supervisors in developing accurate position descriptions.
• Review selection documentation to ensure hiring decisions are well supported.
• Administer salary placement procedures, guide supervisors through offer development, and respond to recruitment-related inquiries.
• Assist with collecting, verifying, and analyzing recruitment data.
• Oversight of scheduling Recruiting Campaigns and Job Fairs (attendance, virtual, etc.)
• Work with CHRO and HR Operations Specialist on Administrative and Executive Recruiting

Oversee Classification / Compensation / Reallocation Function

• Manage position classification, reclassification, reallocation, and reorganization reviews, making recommendations consistent with state, local, and college policies.
• Interpret and apply classification and compensation systems, salary placement procedures, FLSA, Washington state pay rules, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
• Conduct position reviews, determine appropriate classifications, and communicate findings to employees, supervisors, and appointing officials.
• Provide guidance and training to managers, supervisors, and HR staff on classification, compensation, and related procedures.
• Support departments with interpretation of applicable laws, policies, procedures, and bargaining agreements.

Oversee Onboarding and Offboarding Process

• Coordinate the full onboarding process for new hires, ensuring timely completion of paperwork, system access, training, and workplace setup.
• Partner with HR, IT, supervisors, and other stakeholders to deliver a smooth and consistent onboarding experience.
• Manage offboarding activities, including exit documentation, system access removal, final process coordination, and knowledge transfer.
• Maintain accurate employee records and continuously improve onboarding and offboarding procedures to support compliance and employee experience.
• This includes supporting New Faculty onboarding and tenure process collaboration among Human Resources, AHE and Academic leadership as needed.

Other Duties

• Perform special assignments and projects as needed, including CHRO-assigned work,…