Director of Human Resources

Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values, as outlined in our strategic plan. These values include academic excellence, diversity of thought and experience, inquiry and innovation, collaboration and community, and ethical behavior and stewardship. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers.

About Georgia Tech

Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with numerous economic and cultural strengths. The Institute serves more than 45,000 students through top-ranked undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs in engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. Georgia Tech's faculty attracted more than $1.4 billion in research awards this past year in fields ranging from biomedical technology to artificial intelligence, energy, sustainability, semiconductors, neuroscience, and national security. Georgia Tech ranks among the nation's top 20 universities for research and development spending and No. 1 among institutions without a medical school.

Georgia Tech's Mission and Values

Georgia Tech's mission is to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition. The Institute has nine key values that are foundational to everything we do:

1. Students are our top priority.

2. We strive for excellence.

3. We thrive on diversity.

4. We celebrate collaboration.

5. We champion innovation.

6. We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression.

7. We nurture the wellbeing of our community.

8. We act ethically.

9. We are responsible stewards.

Over the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good; breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impact.

Established in 1990, the Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts is a pioneer of liberal arts education and research at the nexus of the technical and human sciences. The academic programs are internationally acclaimed as models for liberal arts education in a technological age. Founded with the principles of its namesake, former Atlanta Mayor Ivan Allen Jr., the College of Liberal Arts believes in the power of transformative urban leadership that is rooted in courage, compassion, and human and social justice. The Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts exemplifies Mayor Allen's legacy through its cross-disciplinary teaching, research, and service. In a research-intensive environment, Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts faculty and students examine a wide range of social and humanistic issues, defining their impact on society, culture, and policy, and exploring solutions in the public interest.

The Ivan Allen College of Liberal Arts comprises Georgia Tech's three Reserve Officers Training Corps units (Air Force, Army, and Navy), six schools (Economics; History and Sociology; Literature, Media, and Communication; Modern Languages; Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter School of Public Policy; and the Sam Nunn School of International Affairs), and two centers (Center for Advanced Communications Policy and Writing and Communication Program).

The Director of Human Resources provides strategic and operational leadership for HR functions across multiple units, including the college, GTRI, and the Office of Faculty Affairs. Ensures the effective delivery of core HR services and programs, working with leadership to assess needs and shape localized policies and practices that are compliant and aligned with organizational goals. Serves as operational lead for core HR functions, driving operational excellence, supporting leadership, and providing functional supervision to subordinate HR leaders, administrative staff, and support. May report to the Executive Director of GTHR and/or the Office of Faculty Affairs to support collaboration or align reporting structures. Responsible for setting individual and team goals aligned with departmental objectives, determining the appropriate organizational structure to support these goals, evaluating employee and team performance, providing constructive feedback, and making informed recommendations regarding compensation and recognition.

Typically Interacts With: Students, Staff, Faculty, External Partners
Typically Advises/Counsels: Students, Staff, Faculty
Supervises: Yes
Position of Trust: Yes

Job Duty 1 -
Provide strategic HR counsel to senior leadership on workforce planning, organizational development, and talent management initiatives; lead change management initiatives and foster a culture of continuous improvement on behalf of the unit.

Job Duty 2 -
Administer and review the unit's adherence to compensation practices, including pay and salary structure guidelines and recommendations.

Job Duty 3 -
Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Duty 4 -
Develop, recommend, and implement the daily administration of HR services, which may include recruitment and selection, promotions, transfers, contract negotiation and administration, performance evaluation, and employee relations, in accordance with quality management principles and the overall objectives of the organization.

Job Duty 5 -
Using HR data, participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned areas and programs; recommend and administer policies and procedures. Provide leadership and oversee employee data collection, analysis, and reporting; supervise data entry to ensure integrity and accuracy; ensure effective and efficient administration of electronic application and database systems. Implement and continuously improve HR operation processes, and policies. Ensure data integrity and compliance in HR information systems and personnel records.

Job Duty 6 -
Maintain and expand knowledge of state, federal, and local legal requirements affecting human resource management. Stay updated on the best regulatory measures, practices, and new technologies in human resource management, employment law, and talent management regulations. Ensure compliance with all legal requirements and government reporting regulations, and act as the primary liaison with legal counsel and external government agencies on human resources matters.

Job Duty 7 -
Establish and maintain strong, cooperative, and effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and community partnerships. Serve as a liaison for Human Resources to other departments, divisions, and outside agencies including staff, faculty, students, vendors, contractors, outside educational institutions and businesses, community representatives, and governmental agencies.

Job Duty 8 -
Manage a team of HR or related staff, with responsibilities including managing workflow, setting departmental goals, hiring, training, performance evaluation, providing feedback, scheduling, and time/attendance approval. Lead onboarding processes and performance management, and annual evaluations. Promote professional development and a culture of accountability, collaboration, and customer service. Assess and monitor the workload of assigned personnel, administrative and support systems. Identify opportunities for improvement; direct and implement changes.

Job Duty 9 -
Oversee compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and organizational policies. Ensure timely reporting and audits for HR related compliance areas. Maintain and enforce internal controls and confidentiality standards for HR data and processes.

Job Duty 10 -
Develop, provide, and train on HR tools and resources, including workshops, manuals, employee handbooks, benefits materials, and standardized reports. Collaboratively work with managers to monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommend appropriate service and staffing levels; allocate resources accordingly.

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience

Required Experience
8+ years of relevant HR experience and practices, including 4+ years of supervisory knowledge

Additional Preferred Qualifications
SHRM-SCP
SHRM-CP

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Master's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience

Preferred Experience
10+ years of relevant HR experience and practices, including 5+ years of supervisory knowledge

Faculty Administration Experience

Cover letter, resume, and a list of three references.

ABILITIES
Demonstrated ability to lead process improvement and implement technology-driven HR solutions
Commitment to integrity, equity, confidentiality, and service excellence
Strategic thinking abilities regarding workforce planning
The ability to adapt to the immediate needs of the company and its employees
The ability to delegate and prioritize tasks when necessary
The ability to learn and utilize the organization's human resources software

KNOWLEDGE
Thorough knowledge of employment laws and regulations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other related software

SKILLS
Excellent communication skills in both written and verbal forms
Excellent interpersonal skills and negotiation abilities
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Well-developed time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Strong leadership and supervisory skills
Outstanding people skills

Applicants are encouraged to apply by July 15, 2026, for priority consideration; however, the search will continue until the position is filled.

Inquiries about the position may be directed to Will Jimerson, College Administrative Officer, wjimerson3@gatech.edu.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia ("USG") and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individual's race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.

This is a supervisory position.
This position may financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.

Atlanta, GA

G12

Anticipated salary range is $125,000 to $135,000. Salary will be offered commensurate with qualifications.

Successful candidate must be able to pass a position of trust background check + a credit check. Please visit http://policylibrary.gatech.edu/employment/pre-employment-screening.