Director - HR Amarillo at InsideHigherEd

Extended Job Title
Director - HR Amarillo
Position Description
Under the direction of the Amarillo Senior Managing Director, this position oversees the daily human resources team operations for the Amarillo campus. This includes supervision of campus HR staff responsible for workforce relations, recruiting, leave and accommodation programs, benefits support, and related HR functions. The position ensures HR practices are compliant, timely, and aligned with HR divisional service expectations.

This is a working manager role, responsible for both leading the team and directly performing HR functions to maintain operational continuity and excellence. The Director manages others, and works under the direction of the Senior Managing Director, demonstrating our Values-Based Culture.
Requisition ID
42802BR
Travel Required
Up to 25%
Pay Grade Maximum
$80,000
Major/Essential Functions

• Directs and manages all HR functions for the Amarillo campus under the direction of the Senior Managing Director, including workforce relations, leave and accommodations (FMLA, ADA, PWFA, Title VII, and Title IX referrals), benefits support, and staff recruitment. Provides oversight, coaching, and guidance to HR staff to ensure consistent, compliant, and customer-focused service delivery.
• Oversees campus HR recruitment processes, ensuring adherence to divisional standards, expectations, and best practices. Partners with hiring managers to provide expert guidance on recruiting processes, appropriate advertising sources, and applicant communication. 
• Ensures the HR team provides excellent customer service and proactive engagement with hiring managers. Ensures team members maintain regular engagement with managers to identify process gaps, identify recruiting concerns, and opportunities for improvement. Promotes a consultative and responsive approach to support strong working relationships across departments.
• Collaborates closely with the Senior Managing Director, CHRO, OEO/OGC, managers, and employees on workforce relations. Provides guidance or decisions on discipline, hiring, promotions, appointments, reorganizations, and policy interpretation. Ensures actions are compliant with employment laws and institutional policies while promoting a consistent, fair, and solution-oriented approach.
• Oversees campus HR activities related to employee benefits, ensuring communication, enrollment, and compliance with all leave and benefits processing and employee service. 
• Ensures timely and compliant administration of all claims and paperwork related to disability, FMLA, Sick Leave Pool (SLP), Family Leave Pool (FLP), and Sick Leave Donation (SLD) programs.
• Oversees HR employment transactions, including review and approval of ePAFs (Employee Personnel Action Form), background checks, EOPS (Employee One-Time Payment System), and E-Verify entries.
• Ensures accurate, efficient, and compliant separation processes that provide a positive transition experience for departing staff.
• Works under the direction of the Senior Managing Director in ensuring the HR team functions operate efficiently, encourages engagement and accountability, and supports a Values-Based, collaborative culture. Promotes professional growth, increased HR competency and skill performance, and continuous improvement for the Amarillo campus employees.
• Ensures all assigned initiatives, projects, and deliverables are completed within established timelines and performance expectations. Provides regular progress updates to HR Operations leadership and the Senior Managing Director.
• Performs additional responsibilities and participates as assigned by the Senior Managing Director or CHRO.

Grant Funded?
No
Pay Grade Minimum
$65,000
Pay Basis
Monthly
Schedule Details
Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Work Location
Amarillo
Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related discipline.
• Current PHR, SHRM-CP, SPHR, or SHRM-SCP certification.
• Two years recent management (formal supervisor of employees) in a Human Resources department.
• At least two years of recent experience in processing and advising FMLA, ADA, and related leave programs.
• At least two years of recent professional-level experience in recruiting.
• At least two years of recent experience personally handling complex employee relations investigations, complaints, and employee performance discipline.
• At least two years of recent experience using an HRIS or applicant tracking system (ATS), preferably Banner or BrassRing.

Department
Human Resources Ama
Job Type
Full Time
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.
Shift
Day
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related area plus five years of progressively responsible management experience OR a combination of education and/or years of experience in management to equal a minimum of 9 years.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No
Jeanne Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.
Introduction
Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For, TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits, including paid leave, retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so much more. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positive environment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as we change the future of health care.
About TTUHSC
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.

Benefits
TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.