Human Resources Director jobs in New London, CT

Summary of Job Description: 

Incumbent is accountable for designing, implementing, and administering highly complex, comprehensive personnel programs for the Mohegan Tribe in the areas of employment, employee engagement, performance management, organizational and leadership development, employee relations, benefits, compensation, and legal compliance.  The position proposes policies, procedures, and ordinances for consideration by the Tribal Council.  

Minimum Requirements: 

• Strong knowledge of tribal ordinances and federal and state employment laws in Connecticut and other jurisdictions 
• Advanced working knowledge of human resource principles and practices
• Strong communicator, effective listener, and ability to connect with varied individuals across the organization
• Considerable negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to analyze data, identify trends, and subsequently develop them into recommendations for strategic action
• Ability to read and interpret laws, policies, procedures, and tribal ordinances
• Ability to work independently on complex human resources issues, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines
• Advanced MS Office skills (Word, Excel) required
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems 

~AND~

• Master’s Degree in Human Resource Management or related field
• Seven (7) years’ progressive experience in human resource management involving recruitment, employee benefits, compensation, and employee relations for an organization of at least 500 full-time employees

~OR~

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management or related field
• Ten (10) years’ progressive experience in human resource management involving recruitment, employee benefits, compensation, and employee relations for an organization of at least 500 full-time employees

~AND~

• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement in a HR environment 
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• HR certification (e.g., SPHR, PHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP)

The Mohegan Tribal Government is committed to Native American Preference and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.