Highlands College

Director

Summary of Responsibilities:

The Director of Team Build leads the hiring, onboarding, and team-building processes at Highlands College, collaborating closely with department leaders to attract, hire, and retain top talent. This role requires a strong understanding of recruitment strategies, systems management, and data tracking while fostering interdepartmental collaboration. The Director will continuously innovate processes and drive alignment with the College’s vision, culture, and values, ensuring a seamless and positive experience for all new teammates.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with hiring leaders to oversee and manage the entire candidate lifecycle, from recruitment through onboarding.
  • Assist in defining job requirements, drafting job descriptions, and posting positions on appropriate platforms.
  • Actively manage the applicant tracking system to ensure accurate and up-to-date records of candidates and their progress.
  • Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries received via the applicant's email.
  • Plan, coordinate, and execute monthly new hire orientation programs, ensuring alignment with the College’s mission and culture.
  • Support light recruiting efforts, including outreach and relationship-building, as needed.
  • Track, analyze, and report hiring, turnover, transfers, and other relevant teammate data to support strategic decision-making.
  • Oversee the smooth integration of new employees into their teams, ensuring they have the resources, training, and support necessary to succeed.
  • Contribute to the innovation and continuous improvement of systems, processes, and experiences related to recruitment and team building.
  • Monitor and assess recruitment trends, employee retention rates, and organizational needs to proactively address staffing and talent gaps.

Other Duties

  • Provide administrative support and other duties as needed.
  • Be actively engaged in ministry at the Church of the Highlands.
  • Affirm and uphold the Statement of Faith and uphold the Core Values and DNA of the College, exemplifying all by word and lifestyle.
  • Travel to various locations for recruiting events, conferences, or team-building exercises may be required periodically.

Leadership Requirements

  • Provide strategic support to the Executive Director of Team Success, contributing to the department's vision and goals.
  • Lead innovation and design of systems and processes to enhance recruitment, onboarding, and overall team-building experiences.
  • Occasionally oversee students, staff, and interns, providing mentorship and guidance as needed.
  • Effectively influence others by presenting clear, logical arguments and reaching consensus through collaboration.
  • Communicate accurately and effectively, adapting style and method to suit the audience's needs.
  • Set clear, ambitious objectives for projects and inspire individuals and teams to perform at their best.
  • Regularly review progress and achievements, offering recognition and constructive feedback.
  • Anticipate and prepare for challenges, demonstrating excellent planning and prioritization skills

Qualifications

Personal Characteristics

  • Strong team player with a demonstrated interest in supporting others.
  • A keen ability to assess skills, culture fit, and team dynamics in potential hires.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, willing to engage with those outside of his/her team.
  • Energetic, positive, and solution-oriented with exceptional problem-solving abilities.
  • Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Strong decision-making abilities with a mature and responsible approach, ensuring confidentiality and integrity in all actions.

Essential Traits

  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Organizational Skills
  • Knowledge of HR and Compliance
  • Problem-solving and Critical Thinking
  • Tech-Savvy
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Customer Service Orientation
  • Data-Driven
  • Flexibility and Patience
  • Project Management Skills

Abilities & Skills

  • Develop and implement recruitment strategies.
  • Source candidates through various channels.
  • Screen and evaluate resumes and conduct initial interviews.
  • Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
  • Conduct candidate assessments and evaluate qualifications.
  • Manage Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and update candidate profiles.
  • Facilitate the onboarding process and ensure completion of necessary documentation.
  • Assist with new hire integration into teams.
  • Maintain compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Measure and report on recruiting effectiveness and key metrics.
  • Enhance candidate and employee experience throughout recruitment and onboarding.
  • Collaborate with other Team Success teammates to align recruitment and retention efforts.
  • Promote Highlands College and represent the College at recruiting events.
  • Promote diversity and inclusion in recruitment and onboarding processes.
  • Continuously improve recruitment and onboarding practices.

Education

  • BA degree in Business Administration or a related field is required.
  • Human Resources or Organizational Development degree preferred.

Experience

  • 2+ years' experience in recruitment or human resources preferred.
  • Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and decision-making skills.
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft 365, database management, Breezy, and Monday.com preferred.

Extent of Public Contact

  • Minimal

Physical Demands

  • Moderate exposure to physical risk
  • Good physical condition is required

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