Human Resources Director, Office of the General Counsel, and the Department of Public Safety

Minimum Education and Experience Required
Bachelor’s degree and eight years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and relevant experience.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Demonstrated experience providing management support in a combination of human resources areas including but not limited to employee and labor relations; employment and labor law; compensation; recruiting and hiring; diversity, equity, and inclusion; training and employee development; performance management and coaching; and organizational development.  
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills, understanding of group dynamics and a successful record of establishing credibility and trust with a diverse client group.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem solving, judgment, negotiating, influencing and decision-making skills.  
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, tact and diplomacy; in this position it will be important to be able to maintain separate distinctions between information pertaining to OGC and information pertaining to DPS.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to prepare clear and concise reports and deliver presentations and/or training to employees and managers.
• Demonstrated proficiency with business applications, such as Microsoft Office suite and human resource information systems. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and complete work in a timely and accurate manner. Attention to detail is critical to this role.
• Flexibility and calmness in managing a large work volume with minimal supervision under tight deadlines and in pressure situations.
• Strong customer service orientation.  
• Specialized experience and familiarity with law enforcement/collective bargaining unit issues, desired.

Physical Requirements 

Frequently stand/walk, sit, use a computer; use a telephone, grasp lightly/fine manipulation.
Occasionally reach/work above shoulders, twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasp forcefully, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds, write by hand, sort/file paperwork.
Rarely kneel/crawl, operate foot and/or hand controls.

Working Conditions

• Ability to adjust schedule in order to provide support to employees working non-standard work schedules.
• Willingness to carry a department issued communication device (mobile phone) and respond outside of regular business hours. 
• Physical presence in the office is expected based on operational needs.   

Work Standards

• Interpersonal Skills:  demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues including senior staff members and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote a culture of safety:  demonstrates a commitment to personal responsibility and a value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the policies found in the University Administrative Guide, the department General Orders, and applicable department policies and procedures.  

The expected pay range for this position is $180,000 to $225,000 per annum.
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs. 

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package.  The Cardinal at Work website ( https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards ) provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees.  Specifics abou the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.  

Special Requirements

• This position is subject to a detailed background investigation and reference checks.
• Must possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license.
• Must be available/reachable by phone during non-working hours.  

Why Stanford is for You
Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
• A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
• Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned. 

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job. 

Stanford is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.