Job Description

Position Purpose

The Director of HR Technology leads the strategic planning, implementation, and management of all HR technology systems and initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness and the employee experience. This role drives the optimization of HR processes through technology solutions, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and compliance requirements.

Description

We're seeking a hands-on Director of HR Technology to lead and optimize our HR systems, driving improvements across the entire employee lifecycle. This role partners with HR, IT, Finance, and business leaders to develop a strategic HR technology roadmap and deliver practical, user-friendly solutions from onboarding and benefits to performance and analytics. Ideal candidates are experienced HRIS leaders ready for a new challenge, with a proven track record managing enterprise HR platforms, driving change, and translating complex needs into actionable technology strategies. Flexible hybrid work arrangement available.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Bachelor's degree in information technology, Human Resources, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum ten years of progressive experience in HR technology, HRIS, or HR analytics, including at least three to five years in a leadership role. Demonstrated expertise with enterprise HR systems and proven experience leading complex, cross-functional technology projects from strategy through delivery. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical leaders. Ability to work independently with a high degree of latitude, set priorities, and recommend strategic decisions that impact organizational objectives.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in information systems, HR Management, or related field. Hands-on experience with one or more leading HRIS platforms in large, complex, matrix organizations. Certification(s) in project management (PMP, Agile/Scrum) and/or HR systems (Oracle, Workday, SuccessFactors) a plus. Experience building and leading high-performing teams and mentoring cross-functional stakeholders.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Mathias Machado

Department Contact Phone Number

603 646 3702

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Cheryl Guerin

Department Contact's Phone Number

603.646.2341

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?

Not an essential function

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy.

https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Additional Instructions

Key Accountabilities

Description

Collaborate with HR, IT, and business leaders to identify HR technology needs, develop and execute an HR technology roadmap and deliver secure, user-friendly solutions that improve efficiency, data accuracy, and data driven decision making.

Percentage Of Time

30

Description

Serves as the HR lead for selection, implementation, integration, and maintenance of HR systems, including but not limited to applicant tracking, core HR, talent management, benefits administration, performance management, and learning platforms.

Percentage Of Time

20

Description

Oversee system upgrades, data migrations, and vendor relationships to ensure system integrity and reliability.

Percentage Of Time

10

Description

Manage cross-functional teams and third-party vendors to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Percentage Of Time

10

Description

Ensure compliance with data privacy and security regulations related to HR technology.

Percentage Of Time

10

Description

Analyze HR data and generate actionable insights to support strategic decision-making.

Percentage Of Time

10

Description

Develop and maintain documentation, training materials, and support user adoption of HR technologies.

Percentage Of Time

5

Description

Stay current with emerging HR technology trends and recommend innovative solutions to enhance HR capabilities.

Percentage Of Time

5

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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

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Performs other duties as assigned.