HR Partner

Company Description

By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

Why join the Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences?

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) is the historic heart of Harvard University. It is the home of Harvard’s undergraduate program (Harvard College, founded in 1636) as well as all of Harvard’s Ph.D. programs (the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, founded in 1872), Harvard Athletics and the Division of Continuing Education. The 40 academic departments and 30+ centers of the FAS support a community unparalleled in its academic excellence across the broadest range of liberal arts and sciences disciplines. Together, the FAS seeks to foster an environment of ambition, curiosity and shared commitment to knowledge and truth that elicits excellence from all members of our community and prepares the next generation of leaders through a transformative educational experience.

Job Description

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

The HR Partner is responsible for comprehensive human resources consulting services for a unit(s) or department(s). Provide leadership in change processes to create a culture of productivity and engagement. This role works closely with managers, and leaders to align people strategies with institutional goals and priorities. This role provides advanced guidance on workforce planning, organizational design, performance coaching, talent planning, and complex employee relations issues. 

Strategic Partnership & Workforce Planning 

• Serve as the primary HR partner to the Division of Arts and Humanities, building strong, consultative relationships with leadership and faculty. 

• Advises on workforce planning, organizational design, staffing models, and role structures 

• Translate FAS and departmental strategies into HR priorities and action plans. 

Talent Management & Organizational Development 

• Partner with leaders on succession planning and retention strategies for key staff roles. 

• Partner with FAS Talent Acquisition on relevant hiring matters within client groups 

• Consult on performance management, career progression, and development planning for staff. 

• Support change management efforts associated with reorganizations, new initiatives, or process changes within the College