Director, Employee Relations & Recruitment: Campus Compact

Campus Compact is a national coalition of colleges and universities committed to the public purposes of higher education. As the largest national higher education association dedicated solely to higher education civic and community engagement, Campus Compact enables higher education institutions to develop students’ citizenship skills and forge effective community partnerships. Our resources support senior administrators, faculty, staff, and students as they pursue community-based teaching, scholarship, and action in the service of positive change.

The Director, Employee Relations & Recruitment is responsible for the implementation, management, and improvement of the Campus Compact’s employee relations and full lifecycle recruitment & onboarding practices. Working closely with the VP, Finance & Operations, the Senior Advisor, People & Culture, and the Senior Manager, Finance, Payroll, & Benefits Admin they will be a thought partner in the development, implementation, and continued evolution of policies, procedures, and initiatives that are aligned with Campus Compact’s people & culture values and practices. They will manage the implementation and management of People & Culture (HR) policies, practices, systems, and processes across Campus Compact.

Additionally, they will work across the organization to inform people-centered HR strategy, blending talent acquisition with maintaining positive employee relations by developing policies, managing complex investigations, driving performance, ensuring legal compliance, and fostering engagement through development and conflict resolution, bridging recruitment needs with a well-resourced, productive workforce. They act as a thought partner, working across the organization and advising on talent management, retention, and culture to align HR efforts with business goals.

We would like this position to start as soon as is reasonably possible, but ideally no later than Tuesday, February 3, 2026.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled, with priority given to applicants who apply by January 5th, 2026.

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