Associate Director – Human Resource Services

Reports To: Executive Director – Human Resource Services        

Job Summary

Hawkeye Community College is seeking a full-time Associate Director of Human Resource Services to join our collaborative and people-centered Human Resources team. We believe that when we invest in and support our employees, we create the strongest possible foundation for student success.

Specifically, as the Associate Director, you will be managing comprehensive compensation, retirement, and benefits programs, including leading biannual open enrollments and insurance education. You will serve as a vital institutional guide, conducting orientations and managing sensitive areas such as FMLA, ADA accommodations, and employee relations. Additionally, you will work closely with the Executive Director and help influence campus culture through policy development, collective bargaining, and representation on key leadership committees.  Furthermore, you will be partnering with leadership to foster a workplace culture where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

If you’re passionate about using your HR expertise to make a measurable impact—and want to help build an environment where both employees and students succeed—we invite you to be part of what makes Hawkeye a truly exceptional place to work.

Hawkeye Community College is a comprehensive community college focused on meeting the needs of the community by providing quality, affordable learning experiences for a wide array of students through our Adult Learning Center, Business and Community Education Department as well as through more than 50 career and technical programs and liberal arts transfer programs.  Hawkeye Community College’s mission is about empowering students, strengthening businesses and enriching communities with a vision to improve the quality of life in the communities we serve. 

Essential Job Functions  

Important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Administers employee retirement programs, compensation and benefits programs.
• Oversees Annual Spring and Fall Open Enrollment: Leads annual benefits enrollment processes and coordinates employee insurance education sessions with insurance broker.
• Conducts new employee orientations in small or large group formats.
• Coordinates end-to-end administration of FMLA leave and ADA accommodation requests
• Works with Executive Director to maintain employee handbook and policy updates as necessary.
• Coordinates with Executive Director to implement employee Training and Development programs
• Serves on campus committees such as President Leadership and Search committees, etc. as assigned.
• Assists the Executive Director with employee relations.
• Participates in the collective bargaining process.
• Assists other HR Team members with the implementation and maintenance of HR systems and platforms including but not limited to NEOED, Colleague, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Human Resource Services.
• Unless otherwise approved under Hawkeye’s remote work policy, regular on campus and/or onsite attendance is considered an essential function of the position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Organizational Development, or related field and four years of progressive leadership experience in human resources or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling eight (8) years.
• Knowledge of human resources management practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of federal and state statues as it relates to employment law.
• Knowledge of budget administration and fiscal management.
• Knowledge of applicable collective bargaining statutes and processes.
• Demonstrated computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Suite programs.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the public.
• Demonstrated ability in problem solving and conflict resolution.
• Ability to establish and maintain policies and practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Specialized training in benefits administration and employee relations.
• Active affiliation with appropriate Human Resources networks and organizations.
• SHRM Certification(s).
• Experience in higher education

Working Conditions

Anticipated schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM with occasional evening or weekend hours due to business need.

Work is performed either in or a combination of an office setting and/or classroom setting using technology.  Requires good hand-eye coordination including visual acuity to use a keyboard and read technical information; arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp. Sit, stand, bend, lift and move frequently during working hours. During course of day, interact with students, faculty and staff in person, by telephone and computers.

Employment Status

Full-time, exempt position with a comprehensive or competitive benefits program including health, dental, vision, life, and LTD insurance, a Section 125 plan for medical and dependent care expenses; holiday, personal, sick, and vacation leave; tuition reimbursement/tuition remission; and a choice of retirement programs—IPERS (defined benefit) or TIAA (defined contribution).

• Salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience.

• The salary range for this position begins at $65,200.

Application Procedure

• Complete an online application at hawkeyecollege.edu/employment
  • Submit/upload a cover letter.
  • Submit/upload a resume.
  • Submit/upload 3 professional references with a minimum of 1 being from a current/past supervisor.
• Application Deadline: Tuesday, March 17, 2026
• Priority screening is set to begin on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
• Completed applications, along with the required materials, received after the priority screening date will be considered at the discretion of the college.

Hawkeye Community College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to equity and diversity in its educational services and employment practices: https://www.hawkeyecollege.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/equal-opportunity. The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex; race; age; color; creed; national origin; religion; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity; genetic information; or actual or potential parental, family, or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices. Veteran status is also included to the extent covered by law. Any person alleging a violation of equity regulations shall have the right to file a formal complaint. Inquiries concerning application of this statement should be addressed to: Equity Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator for employees, 319-296-4405; or Title IX Coordinator for students, 319-296-4448; Hawkeye Community College, 1501 East Orange Road, P.O. Box 8015, Waterloo, Iowa 50704-8015; or email equity-titleIX@hawkeyecollege.edu, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Citigroup Center, 500 W. Madison, Suite 1475, Chicago, IL 60661, phone number 312-730-1560, fax 312-730-1576, email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov. 

If any applicant is in need of a reasonable accommodation in completing the application process, please notify a member of Human Resource Services.