Director, Human Resources

UMGC Europe

Category: Overseas Regular, 100% Time, Grade 009

Location: Office of Human Resources, Regional Administrative Headquarters, Kaiserslautern, Germany

The Overseas Director of Human Resources (DHR) directly reports to the Associate Vice President and Deputy Director, UMGC Europe or Asia and has a matrix reporting line to the Vice President of Human Resources, UMGC. In conjunction with the Vice President of Human Resources, UMGC and designees located in Adelphi, Maryland, the DHR is responsible for the oversight of all Human Resources and Logistics operations and for administering and implementing applicable policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and practices for UMGC Europe or Asia.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Supervise and manage daily activities and organize assignments for the staff in the Europe or Asia Human Resource Office, including HR Logistics (Mobility), Travel, and Training.

• In conjunction with the Vice President of Human Resources, UMGC located stateside, oversee employment, pay, and benefits administration, including but not limited to, employee relations, employee recruitment, employee rewards, employee record keeping, and open enrollment for benefits.

• Oversee the administration of Individual Logistical Support (ILS), employee travel and all other associated logistical operations.

• Coordinate with the Director, Overseas Community Engagement Programs as needed to ensure compliance with EEO, ADA, fair practices; military programs under federal, state, university system, SOFA, ILS, military, and local national regulations; and applicable UMGC policies, procedures, and practices.

• Provide informational and administrative support to senior level managers.

• Provide information and support to all employees and supervisors on employee relations issues.

• Develop employee relations initiatives with managers and employees.

• Work in concert with Organizational Training and Development staff to develop and support employee training programs.

• Serve as a leader for continued integration of HR operations into the various information systems used by the university.

• Coordinate voluntary insurance contracts with insurance carriers (DBA, BTA, Life, etc.).

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant human resources experience,

• Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience

• Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent in Human Resource Management or a related field

• PHR or similar certification

• Organizational and analytical abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Leadership with a commitment to compliant HR policies and business practices

• Ability to work under pressure in a multi-task environment

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

• HR generalist experience in a university environment. 

WHO MAY APPLY:  Local candidates with ILS preferred. Criteria under which applicants qualify for ILS are: must serve the US Forces exclusively; are not stateless persons; are nationals of a NATO state, excluding the host nation; are not ordinarily resident in the host nation.

All submissions should include a cover letter and resume.

The University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. UMGC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Workplace Accommodations:

The University of Maryland Global Campus Global Campus (UMGC) is committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming and inclusive working environment for people of all abilities. UMGC is dedicated to the principle that no qualified individual with a disability shall, based on disability, be excluded from participation in or be denied the benefits of the services, programs, or activities of the University, or be subjected to discrimination. For information about UMGC's Reasonable Workplace Accommodation Policy or to request an accommodation, applicants/candidates can contact Employee Accommodations via email at employee-accommodations@umgc.edu. 

Benefits Package Highlights:

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy between 15 and 22 days of paid vacation, depending on years of service and position.  Additionally, 15 days of sick leave, 3 personal days, and 11 paid Federal holidays. For part-time employees, time off rates will be prorated based on the number of hours worked.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access to health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for both individuals and families, effective from the 1st of the month following your hire date.
• Insurance Options: Term Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, and Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Available for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Retirement Plans: Choose between the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) or the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System (MSRPS).
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: include 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options. The university does not provide matching funds.
• Tuition Remission: Immediate availability for Regular Exempt Staff. Spouses and dependent children are eligible for undergraduate tuition remission after two years of service. NOTE: For part-time employees (at least 50 percent of the time), tuition remission benefits are prorated.
• Moving Allowances: May be available based on terms, conditions, and agreements of the position.

For additional information see: UMGC Benefits Overview for Overseas Regular Employees

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Additional Compensation:

Employees receive the applicable currency adjustment (CAX) subject to monthly DoD COLA Index for the work location, which is subject to change and fluctuation based on market indices.