The position provides strategic leadership for the Administrative Support Center (ASC) Human Resources team, leading HR strategy, operations, and stakeholder engagement in support of university priorities. Partners closely with central Human Resources leadership and peer HR leads across colleges and divisions to ensure alignment of goals, consistent application of HR practices, and coordinated execution of university initiatives. Oversees HR service delivery including recruitment, onboarding, compensation framework alignment, employee engagement, performance support, and time and attendance processes for multiple administrative units. Establishes performance metrics and leads continuous improvement of HR processes and technology solutions to enhance service quality, efficiency, and compliance. Serves as a trusted advisor to senior and executive leaders on workforce planning, organizational design, talent development, and change management while leading and developing a high-performing HR team.
The Division of Human Resources partners with leaders, faculty, and staff across Kansas State University to build a thriving, people-centered workplace that supports the university’s mission of teaching, research, and service. Our team advances initiatives that strengthen the employee experience, promote professional growth, and support a high-performing and engaged workforce.
The division includes approximately 50 professionals delivering strategic and operational HR services to the campus community. Key functional areas include ASC-HR, Benefits, Compensation and Organizational Effectiveness, Employee Relations and Engagement, ERP Systems, Resource Center Operations, Talent Acquisition, Talent and Organizational Development, and Time and Leave. Together, these teams partner with campus units to provide responsive HR support, enhance organizational effectiveness, and help attract, develop, and retain a talented workforce.
This position is Hybrid eligible. This position is Hybrid eligible. This position is hybrid eligible; however, the first 90 days are required to be 100% on-site. After that period, hybrid eligibility may be granted based on individual performance, with a requirement of three to four days on-site.
All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.
Minimum Qualifications:
K-State uses a 1:1 ratio when evaluating minimum education/experience requirements, meaning one year of formal education beyond high school is considered equivalent to one year of relevant work experience, and vice versa.
Preferred Qualifications:
Sponsorship eligibility:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship
Please submit the following documents:
Applications close on: April 10, 2026
85,000 - 95,000
Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.
Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
Some positions are eligible for remote or hybrid working arrangements. An employee who is working in a remote or hybrid capacity for K-State must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available for anyone who resides in the state of Idaho.
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Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.
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