Senior Director of Human Resources
@ Cotulla Education

Hybrid
$135,000
Hybrid
Full Time
Posted 22 days ago

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About Cotulla Education

At Cotulla Education, home to the Aviation Institute of Maintenance, Centura College, and Tidewater Tech, we transform lives through career-focused education in fields such as aviation, healthcare, IT, and skilled trades. Join us to shape the careers of future leaders.

Position Purpose

The Senior Director of Human Resources is a strategic, people-focused leader responsible for guiding regional HR managers across multiple sites. This role ensures compliant HR practices and champions a positive, inclusive workplace culture while serving as the key advisor for complex employee relations issues.

Job Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities

  • Employee Relations & Compliance: Oversee resolutions of complex employee relations issues, develop and implement consistent HR policies, and ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Strategic Leadership & Team Management: Lead and mentor regional HR teams, translate corporate initiatives into actionable regional plans, and establish performance metrics.
  • Talent Management & Support: Support talent acquisition, onboarding, and retention initiatives while guiding effective performance management and career growth frameworks.
  • HR Operations Oversight: Collaborate with benefits, payroll, and HRIS teams to ensure data integrity and effective employee status management.
  • Additional Leadership: Build relationships with C-level executives and regional leadership while participating in special projects.

Employment Standards

Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s preferred). 10+ years of HR experience with at least 5 years in a multi-site leadership role is needed.

What We Offer

Competitive base salary ($125,000 - $150,000 per year) with a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) matching, health coverage, life insurance, parental leave, PTO, employee assistance, and tuition reimbursement.

Key Skills/Competency

  • Employee Relations
  • HR Strategy
  • Team Leadership
  • Compliance
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Talent Management
  • Performance Management
  • HR Operations
  • Policy Development
  • Communication
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🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Tailor it with HR leadership examples.
  • Highlight compliance skills: Emphasize legal and policy expertise.
  • Show strategic examples: Provide operational and team management cases.
  • Research Cotulla Education: Understand their mission and culture.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review HRIS and ADP Workforce Now.
Study federal, state, local labor laws.
Brush up on HR strategy implementation.
Examine performance management metrics.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a conflict resolution experience.
Explain your strategy for team leadership.
Share how you manage compliance challenges.
Illustrate handling high-pressure situations.

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