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General Director, Human Resources

Classification Information

Human Resources
Human Resources designs and implements human resources programs and provides consultation to management on appropriate practices for recruitment and staffing, compensation, benefits, employee and labor relations, professional and organizational development, HR information systems, and other workplace aspects that impact the universitys employees.
Management / Leadership
Manager: The positions work is achieved through the direction of others. Managers have direct accountability for setting goals and using resources. They are responsible for administrative oversight of individuals, including conducting recommendations for hiring and termination, writing evaluations, disciplinary actions, day-to-day oversight as well as long-term goal setting and accountability for the performance and productivity of the employees. Managerial positions are reflected in the M1-M3 career track levels in the management/leadership track.
Level 3
Director: Directs and controls the activities of multiple university units or leads a team of professionals with significant university wide impact. Typically has indirect reports. In charge of overall control of planning, staffing, budgeting, etc. for the unit. Collaborates with executive leadership on establishing strategic goals across the function.
G - General Administration
Roles that are in administrative/ professional non-student facing functions.

Position Summary

The General Director within Human Resources is responsible for overseeing and directing the activities of multiple HR units, with a significant impact across the university. This role involves managing the planning, staffing, budgeting, and operational functions of HR programs and services. The General Director works closely with executive leadership to establish and implement strategic HR goals that align with the university’s broader mission and objectives. In this leadership role, the General Director provides high-level guidance and oversight to multiple HR teams, ensuring that their activities support the institution’s overall vision. The position involves collaborating with other senior leaders and departments, making strategic decisions that influence the direction and success of HR operations university-wide. This includes driving initiatives in recruitment, staffing, compensation, employee and labor relations, benefits, organizational development, and other key HR functions, all while ensuring compliance with university policies and regulatory requirements. The General Director is accountable for the long-term performance and productivity of HR services and programs.