Assistant Athletic Director of Human Resources

$108,000 - $120,000/Yr

University of Southern California - Los Angeles, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Los Angeles, CA

Educational Services

About the position

The Assistant Athletic Director of Human Resources at the University of Southern California (USC) is a strategic leadership role focused on aligning HR initiatives with the athletic department's goals. This position is responsible for managing HR operations, fostering a collaborative work environment, and enhancing organizational effectiveness within USC's prestigious athletics program. The role requires a full-time, on-site presence to promote teamwork and drive success.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic HR advisor to the Athletic Department's leadership team, providing guidance on organizational development, talent management, and workforce planning.
• Lead and manage HR operations, including employee onboarding, labor and employee relations, performance management, and total rewards.
• Develop and implement HR initiatives that align with the department's goals, focusing on improving the employee experience and achieving operational excellence.
• Collaborate with department leadership to identify and address talent needs, ensuring the recruitment and retention of top talent across the athletics program.
• Drive diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, promoting a culture of inclusivity and belonging within the department.
• Ensure compliance with university policies, NCAA regulations, and relevant employment laws.
• Act as a change agent, leading HR-related change management efforts to support department goals and initiatives.
• Provide coaching and development to staff, promoting a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• Leverage HR data and analytics to inform decision-making and drive strategic outcomes, providing insights on workforce trends, turnover, and employee engagement.
• Partner with HR functional areas to ensure consistency and alignment of HR practices across the university.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in human resources, with demonstrated success in areas such as employee relations, recruitment, performance management, and compliance.
• Previous experience as an HR Business Partner working in intercollegiate athletics and/or sports administration.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills, with a proven ability to influence and guide senior leaders on HR-related matters.
• In-depth knowledge of employment laws and regulations, as well as best practices in HR management.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Experience managing complex employee relations issues with a high level of discretion and professionalism.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment, managing multiple priorities and adapting to change.
• Proficiency with HR systems and software (e.g., Workday, Microsoft Office).

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of HR experience, with a focus on athletics or higher education.
• Experience leading diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
• Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), Professional in Human Resources (PHR), or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification.

Benefits

• Salary range of $108,000 - $120,000.
• Commitment to diversity and equal opportunity in employment.