Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)
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Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU), a private health sciences university founded in 2005, in Yakima, Washington, seeks a mission-centric, skilled, collaborative human resources executive who will serve as the University's next Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO).

The CHRO serves as a senior advisor to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), as well as an advisor to the executive team, on all human capital related matters. They help to ensure that the University has the talent, processes/systems, and commitment necessary to grow and meet its mission. They will possess significant HR experience, technical skills, and knowledge combined with effective communication skills. Managing a small staff of up to three HR professionals and providing management and guidance to ensure that HR contributes to decisions on the overall strategy and direction of PNWU, the CHRO will create a collaborative, strategic, and forward-looking HR function. A bachelor's degree is required.

Procedure for Candidacy

A complete position profile with instructions for application may be found at Candidates should provide:

• A letter of interest stating how their experience and qualifications connect with the required/preferred characteristics and priorities expressed in the leadership profile.
• A curriculum vitae.
• A statement of contribution to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• The names and contact information of five professional references. References will not be contacted without prior authorization from the applicant.

Applicants are encouraged to submit materials through the AGB Search application portal (bit.ly/3XeacJ1). Should you have questions or encounter any difficulties with the application process, please contact ...@agbsearch.com.

For full consideration, applications should be received by Friday, November 8, 2024. The search committee will continue its work until an appointment is made.

EEO Statement

PNWU is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment and student application decisions on the basis of merit. The University shall not discriminate against faculty, staff, volunteers, students, or applicants on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law for any reason including recruitment, selection, and promotion.

As well, PNWU prohibits all forms of harassment by students, employees, guests, or volunteers whether intentional or unintentional, on campus or at other owned or contracted facilities.