Assistant Director of Human Resources at Ivytech in Indianapolis, IN

Assistant Director of Human Resources Location: Indianapolis, IN Job Title: Assistant Director of Human Resources Location: Indianapolis Downtown Campus Job Type: Full-time Classification: E-1 Salary Range: $45,000 - $47,000/annually (based on experience) Reports To: Director of Human Resources Who We Are: We are an open-access college that fuels Indiana’s economy through excellence in teaching and proactive engagement with industry and community partners, embedded in a culture of innovation that empowers all students to learn and succeed. We are “higher education at the speed of life!” Our Values: • Empathy: We stand with our students, partners, and communities. • Integrity: We treat all with dignity and respect. • Accountability: We deliver on our commitments. • Agility: We innovate, iterate, and transform. • Connectivity: We connect with partners to strengthen communities and ensure student success for all. About the Role: We are seeking a skilled Assistant Director of Human Resources to support the daily delivery of human resources services for the Indianapolis Campus. In this role, you will apply established human resources policies, procedures, and practices to support employee relations, compliance, and core HR operations. The Assistant Director plays a key role in supporting campus HR operations by assisting supervisors and employees across the employee lifecycle, ensuring compliance with employment requirements, supporting HR programs and initiatives, and contributing to consistent, service-oriented HR practices. This position works closely with HR leadership and Statewide Human Resources team members to ensure alignment with institutional standards, regulatory requirements, and operational priorities. ***RESUME AND COVER LETTER REQUIRED FOR CONSIDERATION*** Required Skills & Competencies: Training & Development: Developing and delivering training modules on various topics. Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Building trust, fostering positive work environments, and communicating effectively across diverse groups (e.g., employees, students, and internal partners). Policy Application: Ability to apply policies, procedures, and applicable regulations consistently and accurately when advising others. Analytical & Documentation Skills: Ability to gather relevant information, document findings, and maintain accurate records and reports. Problem-Solving: Ability to follow established procedures, assess situations, and support timely and appropriate resolution of reported concerns. Teamwork & Collaboration: Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team and across functional areas to ensure consistent service delivery. Organization & Time Management: Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment. Professional Judgment & Confidentiality: Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism. Preferred Additional Skills: Experience using Workday or a comparable Human Resources Information System (HRIS). Experience supporting HR operations in higher education or a similarly regulated environment. Professional HR certification (PHR or SPHR). In the absence of the Director of Human Resources, take authorized action and exercise judgment to ensure matters requiring attention are addressed in a timely manner and minimize disruption to HR operations. Respond to reported employee concerns and assigned employee relations matters by gathering relevant information, documenting findings, and supporting timely and appropriate resolution in accordance with institutional policy and applicable regulations. Serve as a resource to supervisors and employees by applying HR policies, procedures, and employment regulations consistently when providing guidance on workplace expectations and performance-related matters. Support payroll and benefits processes by assisting employees and supervisors with inquiries and documentation. Manage the Adjunct process end-to-end, including onboarding requirements, approvals, Workday transactions, timeline monitoring, and offboarding as needed. Lead adjunct and staff new hire orientation processes in both in-person and virtual formats, ensuring clear communication of employment requirements and institutional expectations. Construct, facilitate, and support HR and management training modules and informational sessions in live and virtual formats. Administer employee tuition assistance and fee remission programs in alignment with institutional policies. Process Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and employment verification requests. Complete required monthly human resources compliance reports accurately and on time. Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in HR systems and paper files according to retention requirements. Coordinate and support the annual employee appreciation program and other employee engagement initiatives. Work collaboratively with Statewide Human Resources team members to ensure consistency in HR service delivery and communication. Education & Experience: A bachelor's degree with 1-3 years of relevant experience. An associate degree with 3-5 years of relevant experience. Alternatively, additional years of experience (5-8) will be considered in lieu of an associate degree. Why Join Us? Opportunity to support meaningful HR work in a mission-driven educational environment. Collaborative team culture focused on consistency, professionalism, and service. Competitive compensation and benefits package. Ongoing learning and development opportunities. Must demonstrate ability to promote an environment that reflects the broad backgrounds represented by our students and employees and in which every individual feels respected and valued. Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes: Health & Wellness Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care Retirement & Financial Security 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage Short-term and long-term disability benefits Educational Benefits Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs Paid professional development opportunities Work‑Life Balance Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess Flexible work arrangements where available Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks) Paid parental leave (4 weeks) Additional Perks Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits. Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.