Executive Director, Learning Development and Talent Acquisition

Job Summary

Will design, develop and implement College-wide talent acquisition, learning and development strategies, required programs, policies, tools and processes ensuring individual and collective talent required to continue to be a world class community college.

Executive level staff at HCC are system-wide leaders that share the responsibility to collaboratively support the one-college vision articulated in our strategic plan – Embracing Houston’s Future – with college strategic priorities as measurable manifestations of our shared Mission, Vision, and Values.

Responsible for the design, execution, and effectiveness of a system of internal controls, which provides reasonable assurance that operations are effective and efficient, assets, are safeguarded; financial information is reliable and compliant with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Manages Talent Engagement activities for direct reports in regards to: recruiting and selection, hiring and termination, training, development, mentoring, counseling, and performance evaluations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Lead ongoing development of robust learning and development function ensuring adequate resources, tools and interventions to meet needs of teams, departments, Centers of Excellence and HCC with focus areas in new leader assimilation, team development, performance management coaching, change management, employee engagement, talent assessment and succession planning are effective in outcomes and cost.

Collaborate with other entities such as Office of Institutional Equity (OIE) enhancing HCC’s efforts to recruit and develop an appropriately diverse workforce.  Share perspective with colleagues on trends and needs which affects talent acquisition, development and engagement.

Lead Talent Acquisition Team, and Learning and Development Team, and ensure working collaboration with college leadership to identify skills, competencies and talent needed through robust talent assessments and workforce planning tools and processes.

Assist colleagues in building critical links between specific strategic planning efforts and human capital strategy needs.

Partner with Talent Acquisition professionals to build consistent tools and processes to track and manage talent acquisition, learning and development efforts, provide analysis of results and make recommendations for adjustments as needed to human resources and college leadership.

Provide input to Talent Technology on development and continuous enhancement of Talent Acquisition system.

Determine scope of talent acquisition, learning and development services by consulting with VC, Talent Engagement & CHRO and other Talent Engagement Leaders to ascertain organizational needs to further vision of HCC. 

Ensure new programs and initiatives are designed and implemented in close collaboration with critical College stakeholders and have appropriate change management and communication strategies and plans.

Manage and ensure effective vendor management processes and performance by third parties supporting talent management initiatives, programs and tools.

Build collaborative relationships with all internal constituents, external constituents and vendors.

Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience    

•  Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Human Resources Management, Organizational Development or related field required

•  Master’s degree preferred

•  7 years professional experience in Human Resources required

•  3 years of professional experience in higher education or 5 years in public/private industry preferred       

Licensing & Certification

•  Valid Texas Driver License

•  PHR Certification preferred

Special Skills 

•  MS Office Programs

•  Information Management Systems

•  Budget Management

•  Project management

•  Professional Presentations, Facilitations and Instructional Design

•  Training Management

•  Applicant Tracking System

•  Learning Management System     

Competencies 

•  Acting as a Champion for Change

•  Thinking like an Entrepreneur

•  Driving for Results

•  Leveraging Opportunities

•  Setting a Strategic Vision

•  Attracting & Developing Talent

•  Inspiring & Motivating Others

•  Acting Strategically

•  Demonstrating Beliefs & Principals

•  Managing Resources

Working Conditions

General Office.  Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner.  Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements.  May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.

SECURITY SENSITIVE:  This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

The Organization

Houston City College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest single-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Location

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:

• Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.
• Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
• Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
• Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
• The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
• World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.
• With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene. 
• Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.  

If this sounds like the role for you and you’re ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away. 

EEO Statement 

Houston City College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status.  The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Sandra B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM-SCP, Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX

PO Box 667517                                   

Houston TX, 77266

713 718.8271 or [email protected]

HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.

Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.