Executive Director

Position Summary The Executive Director and Chief Human Resource Officer reports directly to the Vice President for Finance and Administration and is responsible for directing, planning, administering, and coordinating human resource functions within the areas of employee relations, compensation, benefits, recruitment, onboarding, and training; develops and coordinates procedures to assure implementation of the University’s human resources policies; providing management, supervisory and employee consultations; serving as liaison to the APSU Retirees Association; and performing other related duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

• Ability to develop and interpret policies and guidelines. -Knowledge of Austin Peay State University Policies and Procedures -Ability to work in a resourceful manner to accomplish reasonable work goals, show flexibility in response to process change, and adapt to and accommodate new methods and procedures. -Ability to lead and manage individuals and groups in a productive outcome. -Ability to accept direction and feedback from supervisor and follow through appropriately. -Knowledge of federal and state laws regarding human resource management. -Knowledge of principles and practices of personnel and higher education administration. -Ability to effectively supervise personnel. -Ability to efficiently operate a personal computer and associated software (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.). -Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately. -Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of records and information. -Ability to interact in an effective and appropriate manner with diverse populations, the University community and the public. -Ability to maintain files accurately, in paper and in software programs. -Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously