Pomona College seeks an accomplished, visionary, and collaborative leader to serve in the critically important role of Assistant Vice President, Human Resources and Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). This is an exceptional opportunity for a people-centered, highly visible, and service-oriented executive to lead Pomona College in its desire to elevate the role of human resources and enhance the workplace experience for all employees.
Located in Claremont, California, about 35 miles east of Los Angeles, Pomona College is widely regarded as one of the nation’s premier liberal arts colleges. Established in 1887, Pomona College is known for small classes, a challenging curriculum, close relationships between students and faculty, and a range of student research and leadership opportunities.
The CHRO will join Pomona at a pivotal moment in its history, as the campus aspires to achieve the goals identified in the comprehensive Strategic Vision for Pomona College. Reporting directly to the Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and Treasurer, the CHRO serves as the principal steward for Pomona’s community of employees and leads Pomona College’s human resources program that supports the College’s mission, vision, values, and strategic direction with emphasis on maintaining a highly skilled, culturally diverse workforce.
While the CHRO is responsible for ensuring compliance with labor laws, human resources-related contractual requirements, and other governmental regulations and guidelines, this position is also responsible for setting the talent agenda for the College and working within the institution’s resources to make that vision a reality. The CHRO will foster an environment of strategic thinking around organizational development, talent acquisition, professional and management development, and deepening the partnership between human resources and the broad diverse array of constituents it serves.
The successful candidate will have experience as an influencer within the senior-most level of their organization with proven success in advancing workforce culture, professional development, and employee engagement. This role requires a thoughtful, practical, experienced executive who is by nature a relationship builder and who will lead with integrity, competence, and a commitment to accessible leadership.
Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field as well as ten years of progressive human resources leadership experience, and five years of management experience. A master’s degree, professional HR certification, awareness of a multi-campus environment or multi-institution consortium, and prior experience in a higher education environment are preferred. Pomona is especially interested in recruiting members from diverse and underrepresented communities and individuals with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
All applications, nominations and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the profile. Witt/Kieffer is assisting Pomona College in this search which will remain open until an appointment is made. Application materials should be submitted using Witt/Kieffer’s .
Nominations and inquiries can be directed to Melissa Fincher and Sarah Palmer at
Pomona College prides itself in being an open, competitive, and equal opportunity employer.
Compensation and Benefit Information
Compensation range: $235,660 to $250,544
Benefits: Pomona College provides a wide range of benefits for its employees.
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