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The University of Florida College of Medicine (COM) is seeking a forward-thinking, relationship-driven HR leader to serve as its next Director of Human Resources. This is a highly visible, high-impact role — one that requires more than just HR expertise. It demands someone who understands the complexity of academic medicine, appreciates the nuance of faculty and healthcare operations, and is ready to lead with strategy, credibility, and purpose.
With over 5,000 employees and a $1.5B operating budget, COM is one of the most complex and dynamic environments at UF. The Director will oversee HR operations for the college, serve as a key advisor to senior leadership, and drive efforts that enhance workforce planning, operational efficiency, and organizational culture.
To succeed in this role, the Director must be able to navigate and build strong partnerships across a highly matrixed academic health system — including with department chairs, hospital leadership, the Provost’s Office, and legal counsel. They will be expected to translate institutional goals into people strategies that support faculty, staff, residents, and graduate assistants across the clinical, research, and education missions. Leading a high-performing HR team, the Director will also be responsible for advancing new models for service delivery, compliance, and strategic collaboration. This role requires deep expertise in areas ranging from policy development to employee relations to strategic workforce planning — and the discernment to know when to zoom in on the details or zoom out to see the broader picture.
About This Role
Strategic Leadership & HR Operations
- Guide senior leadership, department chairs, department administrators, high-level departmental leaders, and college leadership on HR strategy, policy development, and workforce planning to align HR initiatives with institutional goals.
- Provide strategic direction and oversight for HR operations within COM, ensuring alignment with university policies, operational efficiency HR initiatives, and best practices.
- Oversee staffing and workforce development for the COM HR team and advise department leaders on HR staffing strategies, while streamlining HR processes to improve operations and enhance employee experience.
- Support COM HR’s engagement with national HR trends and current best practices, including collaboration with AAMC and similar organizations.
- Supervise the Associate Director and collaborate regularly with the COM HR management team to support effective performance management and professional development across the HR team.
- Lead strategic communication efforts to ensure clear, effective messaging across HR initiatives, employee relations, and organizational changes.
Policy Development & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards for faculty, staff, trainees, and student employees, including but not limited to UF, ACGME, and GAU.
- Develop, implement, and refine HR policies to ensure compliance, efficiency, and alignment with evolving institutional and regulatory requirements.
- Partner with the health system, Graduate Medical Education (GME), and other institutional offices to ensure alignment between HR strategies, accreditation standards, and workforce planning.
Employee Relations
- Serve as a senior advisor on complex and high-risk employee relations cases, collaborating with the Office of the General Counsel when appropriate to ensure legal compliance and strategic resolution.
- Provide guidance on conflict resolution, investigations, and policy interpretation.
- Partner with key stakeholders to develop proactive employee relations strategies.
- Advise senior administrators, department chairs, and department leaders in implementing programs, new initiatives, and special projects.
Organizational Development & Employee Engagement
- Lead initiatives to enhance workplace culture, professional development, and engagement, focusing on HR-driven organizational improvements.
- Champion HR-related leadership development, succession planning, and career growth opportunities, while proactively exploring and developing new programming that supports future faculty and staff development and broader institutional initiatives.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, operational efficiency, and continuous learning within HR functions, promoting practical, results-oriented approaches that enhance productivity and effectiveness.
- Develop and oversee HR engagement initiatives to improve retention, workplace satisfaction, and a sense of belonging across all teams.
Centers of Expertise (COE) Strategic Guidance
- Provide strategic leadership in identifying the vision, goals, and initiatives for HR Centers of Expertise (COEs), with a focus on aligning data, business processes, and operational strategies with HR priorities.
- Oversee the implementation of COE initiatives, ensuring consistency with institutional objectives and best practices.
- Collaborate with COE leads and key stakeholders on emerging areas of HR specialization, supporting continuous improvement and innovation across HR functions.
Budget Oversight & Resource Allocation
- Provide high-level oversight of HR-related financial resources, ensuring fiscal responsibility and strategic allocation of funds.
- Oversee the management of HR budget planning and resource distribution, providing strategic direction to ensure alignment with HR priorities and institutional goals.
- Ensure HR operations align with budgetary constraints while optimizing service delivery.
This role demands more than HR knowledge — it requires sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to lead within a fast-paced, matrixed environment. Success depends on building trust with diverse stakeholders, navigating complexity with confidence, and maintaining high levels of confidentiality and professionalism. The Director must balance strategic vision with operational precision and be comfortable influencing change at scale.
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