Vice President of Human Resources

The New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) seeks a deeply seasoned, innovative, technology and data-driven human resources leader to serve as the next Vice President for Human Resources (VPHR). Reporting to President Teik C. Lim, the VPHR is the Chief Human Resources Officer of the University and a member of the President’s Council. The VPHR will have a holistic and strategic approach, partnering with members across the entire institution to drive talent, ensure belonging, develop digital resources, and undertake other major initiatives to advance NJIT to achieve its ambitious goals.  

The selected candidate will effectively lead the delivery of the full spectrum of human resource related services, including benefits administration, compensation, staffing and recruitment, employee relations and organizational effectiveness, and will bring experience in establishing systems and leveraging technology to deliver high quality service with a clear focus on strategy, policy, and compliance. The VPHR will partner with units across campus to collaboratively advance the mission of the University. They will be a leader of and for human resources, promoting its ability to function as an effective, efficient, and flexible resource while creating opportunities for an exchange of ideas and promoting customer service, education, and ease of access for all employees and potential employees.

The incoming VPHR will bring a proven track record of building and leading a best-in-class human resources organization with a superior understanding of human resources strategies in a diverse and multifaceted organization. The successful candidate will bring significant experience with collective bargaining units and a proven record of success in labor relations.

Amy Sugin and Laurie Casteen of Koya Partners/DSG, the executive search firm that specializes in mission-driven search, have been exclusively retained for this search. To express interest in this role please submit a compelling cover letter and resume by filling out our Talent Profile. All inquiries and discussions will be considered strictly confidential.

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