Chief Human Resources Officer

Job Summary

The Chief Human Resources Officer, under general direction of the Vice President for Finance and Administration, is responsible for leading, creating and implementing the strategic vision for the department and for the daily operational management. The strategic vision should emphasize a high level of customer service, operational effectiveness and efficiency.

The Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) is a senior executive responsible for shaping and executing a people and culture strategy that drives university success. This leader fosters a high-performance, people-first workplace that attracts, develops, and retains exceptional talent while aligning human capital strategies with the university's long-term mission, vision, and goals.

The functions of the Human Resource Department include employee relations; recruitment, HRIS, benefit administration; training and development; compliance with all HR related federal and state laws as well as Texas A&M System and campus policies/regulations/rules/procedures; compensation and classification systems; staff recruitment/ employment; and records management. The Chief Human Resources Officer works closely with the Office of General Counsel on areas of mutual concern and interest.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a forward-thinking people strategy that positions the university as an employer of choice and fuels organizational growth and innovation.
• Lead, develop, and mentor Human Resources staff to build a high-performing, service-orientated team aligned with the university's mission and strategic objectives.
• Lead the recommendations, revisions, and implementations of HR/employment policies that support the university mission.
• Partner with executive leadership to align workforce planning, organizational design, and talent strategies with strategic objectives.
• Promote a culture of engagement, belonging, trust, and collaboration that strengthens communication and organizational cohesion.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies to ensure a strong pipeline of highly qualified employees and successful integration into the university community.
• Champion leadership development, succession planning, and career pathways to prepare future leaders.
• Drive a culture of continuous learning and professional growth, ensuring training and development align with both individual aspirations and business needs.
• Oversee the performance management process that connects individual contributions to organizational impact.
• Oversee competitive and equitable compensation, benefits, and wellness programs that attract and retain top talent.
• Promote workplace practices that enhance well-being, flexibility, and work-life balance.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, as well as Texas A&M System policies and standards.
• Use analytics to provide data-driven insights into workforce trends, engagement, and performance.
• Lead process improvement initiatives that enhance HR service delivery, scalability, and efficiency.
• Serve as the primary HR liaison to Texas A&M University System administration, governance groups, and relevant external agencies.
• Build and sustain strong partnerships with internal stakeholders, ensuring open communication and collaboration.
• Represent the organization in key HR networks, peer groups, and professional forums.

Minimum Requirements

• Education - Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Development or related field.
• Experience - Ten years of progressively responsible HR leadership experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Experience - Master's degree in Human Resources, Business or related discipline.