Chief Human Resources Officer

Maricopa Community College district
life insurance, paid time off, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 403(b)
United States, Arizona, Tempe
2411 West 14th Street (Show on map)
Jun 19, 2025
Chief Human Resources Officer Job ID: 321482 Location: District Support Services Cntr Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Salary Range $204,500 - $327,100/annually, DOE Grade 505 Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm Work Calendar 12 Months Maricopa Summary 10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities. The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision- creating excellence in education for a better world. We focus on people-not profits. With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college. We don't just support our community-we help build it. We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact. We believe our employees are our most valuable asset. Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix. Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year. Benefits Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD: Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package: * Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage * Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time * 20 Paid Observed Holidays * Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage * Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions * Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b) * Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents * Annual Professional Development Funding * Flexible Work Schedules Employee Health & Wellness Programs: * District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars * Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter * Virta Diabetes Reversal Program, Support Groups, and Diabetes Empowerment Education Programs * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) * Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services * Mobile On-Site Mammography Screenings * Pre-Retirement Planning Events * Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer) Job Summary The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) seeks a visionary, experienced Human Resources leader to serve as its next Chief Human Resources Officer. (CHRO) The successful candidate will be a leader with a history of developing collaborative relationships, proven experience as a transparent and inclusive leader, and skills in effectively communicating to a variety of audiences. The next CHRO will be expected to excel in aligning strategy, people, and activities across functions, processes, and teams to meet the strategic goals of the MCCCD. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and serving as a member of the Chancellor's Executive Team, the Chief Human Resources Officer leads an organization of approximately 60 human resources professionals, a leadership team that includes three Associate CHROs, and directly oversees an annual budget of over $7 million. In addition, the CHRO liaises with college leadership and provides guidance to the human resources teams at each of our ten independently accredited colleges. The CHRO provides executive-level vision, strategy, innovation, and leadership for district-wide human resources and oversees all human resources functions and disciplines. These duties include organizational development, professional development, wellness, classification and compensation, benefits, personnel policy development and related compliance efforts, performance management, talent management, strategic staffing, ADA and FMLA management, and employee engagement and retention programs. The CHRO serves as an advisor to the COO, Chancellor, and systemwide executive team on human resource issues. This includes but is not limited to: identifying emerging trends which may impact the organization; working collaboratively with other executives as well as constituent groups to further the vision of the organization; developing multi-year total compensation strategies; managing an executive compensation program, and participating in identifying strategic direction in support of student success. In addition, the CHRO provides system level (district-wide) leadership to support and guide the development of programs and policies designed to: recruit, develop, and retain outstanding staff; promote a culture of professional excellence and accountability; maintain the internal controls necessary to comply with federal, state, and other legal reporting requirements; and collect and manage all HR-related data in a secure and functional manner. The CHRO is solutions-oriented and proactive, with strong relationship-building and process optimization skills, and possesses an understanding of service delivery models within a shared governance environment. The CHRO is expected to foster a collegial and respectful environment for individual employees and employee group representatives throughout the institution. Essential Functions Collaborating with the District's colleges and divisions to achieve the overall goals and objectives of MCCCD through the lens and framework of shared governance; Establishing a multi-year, comprehensive human resources roadmap in alignment with system-wide efforts; Providing vision, strategic direction, and coordination related to all aspects of human resources across MCCCD; Providing guidance and counsel to the Chief Operating Officer, Chancellor, and the Shared Governance Executive Council on employment matters; Managing departmental budget and capital investment proposals related to HR-related IT systems; Proactively and strategically managing risks and containing costs related to employment matters; Managing and negotiating relationships, contracts, and services of HR-service providers, vendors, and other external entities: Ensuring the development of policies, procedures, and related training on all aspects of human resources; Leading and managing a comprehensive team of human resources professionals; developing an environment for employees to reach their full potential; supporting professional development and employee engagement of the systemwide HR team; Overseeing employee onboarding, compliance-related training, and aspects of both organizational and professional development training to MCCCD faculty and staff; Working with the Chief Operating Officer and Chancellor to advise the Governing Board on strategic initiatives, outcomes, and measurements. Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in business administration, human resources, organizational development, or related field Ten years of progressively responsible human resources experience in all facets of human resources, including staffing, classification and compensation, benefits, employee relations, training and organizational development A minimum of five years at an executive leadership level Enterprise or system-level human resources experience in a large, complex, multi unit environment Desired Qualifications Experience working in a higher education environment Experience in a decentralized enterprise that includes "dotted line" reporting relationships Proven track record of leading organizations through transformational improvement Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) or SHRM-SCP certification How to Apply Please do not submit application documents at the MCCCD Jobs site. See instructions to submit below. This is a confidential search process. To ensure full consideration, application materials should be received no later than August 8, 2025. The position will remain open until filled. To apply go to http://www.acctsearches.org and upload your documents. Candidates will need to have the following information or materials available to complete the application: A letter of application (not to exceed 5 pages) that succinctly addresses the position responsibilities and essential duties identified in the Position Profile and demonstrates how the candidate's experience and professional qualifications prepare them to serve as the Chief Human Resources Officer for the Maricopa County Community College District. A current resume including an email address and cellular telephone number. A list of six references: ex. two supervisors, two direct reports, and two colleagues from current and former institutions. For additional information, nominations, or confidential inquiries please contact: Jill Board, ACCT Search Consultant, at jboardconsulting@gmail.com, or (805) 712-3516 (mobile) EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance." The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators. The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act. To apply, visit https://jobs.maricopa.edu/psp/MCPAHPRD/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1000&JobOpeningId=321482&PostingSeq=1 jeid-85e7b16f428a8c41ba1a43d8d98c3478