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McNeese State University invites applicants for the position of Director of Human Resources and Student Employment in the Office of Human Resources and Student Employment. This is a full-time, 12-month, unclassified, staff position. The appointment is available to begin immediately.
Position Number: U99945
SALARY: Commensurate with education and experience.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Director of Human Resources and Student Employment provides strategic and operational leadership for all human resources and student employment functions at the university. This position ensures institutional compliance with applicable federal and state employment laws, University of Louisiana System policies, and university procedures, while actively supporting the university’s mission and core values. The Director reports to the Vice President for Business Affairs and serves as the principal advisor to executive leadership on all HR-related matters, oversees a team of HR professionals, and champions a workplace culture defined by equity, professionalism, accountability, and service excellence. This role requires a high degree of discretion, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate complex personnel, legal, and organizational challenges with integrity and care.
DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin immediately and will remain open until position is filled.
APPLICATION PROCESS AND MATERIALS: For the application process, applicants MUST complete an electronic application and upload required documents listed below:
Cover Letter
Resume
Three Professional References (Include: name, phone number, and email address)
Unofficial Transcripts for all degrees earned
Only completed application packets including all items listed above will be reviewed.
ALL JOB OFFERS ARE CONTINGENT UPON THE SUCCESSFUL RESULT OF A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK AND RECEIPT OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT(S) IF APPLICABLE.
TO APPLY FOR THIS VACANCY, click on the “APPLY” button at the top of advertisement to complete the electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
Required application materials WILL NOT be accepted after the deadline, if applicable. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS POSITION MAY BE DIRECTED TO THE CHAIR:
April Broussard, Vice President for Business Affairs at abroussard1@mcneese.edu
Office of Human Resources Contact:
Kim Dronett, HR Analyst/Recruitment kdronett@mcneese.edu or (337) 475-5413
Position Duties/Responsibilities
Leadership and Departmental Administration
- Direct, manage, and evaluate all operations of the Office of Human Resources and Student Employment, including supervision, mentoring, and performance evaluation of departmental staff.
- Provide strategic guidance and counsel to the Vice President for Business Affairs, executive leadership, supervisors, and employees on a full range of human resources matters.
- Establish and maintain departmental policies, procedures, internal controls, and budget management in accordance with university fiscal and operational standards.
- Serve on institutional committees as required and assist the Vice President for Business Affairs with special projects and initiatives as needed.
Recruitment, Hiring, and Workforce Management
- Oversee all recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and offboarding processes for classified, unclassified, faculty, adjunct, and student employment categories in compliance with applicable laws, policies, and requirements.
- Develop and maintain onboarding and separation procedures to ensure timely processing of personnel actions and proper documentation of employment records.
Compensation, Benefits, and Retirement
- Administer employee benefits, retirement programs (including TRSL, LASERS, and ORP), and ancillary benefits; serve as primary liaison with applicable state agencies and benefit providers.
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll and personnel actions in Banner and applicable state systems; review and approve PAFs, reclassifications, salary adjustments, and position control changes.
Employee Relations and Compliance
- Serve as Delegated Appointing Authority for classified employees, overseeing disciplinary processes, grievances, and adverse actions in compliance with Louisiana Civil Service rules.
- Represent the university in administrative hearings, unemployment proceedings, and legal matters involving human resources as required.
- Investigate employee complaints and potential policy violations; recommend and implement appropriate corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state employment laws, including Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FMLA, FLSA, Title IX, and Louisiana Civil Service statutes; develop and maintain HR policies and procedures accordingly.
Leave, Workers’ Compensation, and Safety
- Administer the FMLA program and oversee the university’s workers’ compensation program, including claims management, return-to-work coordination, and required reporting.
- Coordinate workplace safety programs and injury prevention initiatives in compliance with applicable OSHA and state safety regulations.
Training, Immigration, Systems, and Reporting
- Manage new employee orientation and coordinate training programs for supervisors and staff on performance management, compliance, workplace conduct, and HR systems.
- Oversee immigration processes for international employees and faculty, including visa sponsorships and work authorization compliance.
- Maintain HR information systems and personnel records in compliance with applicable records retention schedules, privacy regulations, and institutional policy.
- Oversee internal and external HR audits and prepare required regulatory reports, including EEO-1, IPEDS human resources components, and other applicable state and federal submissions.
Student Employment
- Oversee the university’s student employment program, ensuring compliance with federal work-study requirements, institutional policies, and applicable wage and hour laws.
- Coordinate with Financial Aid and department supervisors to facilitate student placements, process personnel actions, and resolve employment-related concerns.
Required/Preferred Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree required in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field
- Master’s degree preferred (MBA, MPA, Master’s in Human Resources, or Master’s in Organizational Leadership)
- Professional HR certification preferred: PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP
Experience
- Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible human resources experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Proven leadership and team management skills, with direct supervisory responsibility over professional HR staff
- Demonstrated experience overseeing a broad range of HR functions including recruitment, employee relations, benefits, payroll coordination, and compliance
- Prior experience in higher education or public sector HR strongly preferred
- Experience with Louisiana Civil Service rules and regulations preferred
General University information
McNeese State University, located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a public university and a member of the University of Louisiana System. Under Louisiana law, applications and all supporting materials will become public record. All applicants are expected to submit complete and accurate materials as specified in the position announcement. A background check and an English Proficiency assessment (Faculty Only) will be conducted on selected finalists. We comply with Louisiana Revised Statute 49:1001, et seq, and State of Louisiana Executive Order 98-38, which provides for drug testing of employees, appointees, prospective employees, and prospective appointees. Prospective employees and employees are informed if a drug test is required.
McNeese State University is an AA/EEO/ADA employer committed to excellence through diversity and a SAME agency (State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities) for the State of Louisiana.
Persons requesting accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should contact the Office of Campus Compliance and Civility at least 72 hours before the event. Additional information is available from the Office of Campus Compliance and Civility, located in the Burton Business Center, Suite 407, by phone at 337-475-5428, by fax at 337-475-5603, or by email at compliance@mcneese.edu.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires McNeese State University to inform applicants that the University can employ only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Each new employee is required to present documentation verifying his/her identity and right to accept employment. McNeese participates in E-Verify.
Louisiana Revised Statute 42:31-“Eligibility requirements for certain unclassified employees”-requires any person hired or employed in an unclassified position, whose annual salary or rate of compensation is equal to or exceeds one hundred thousand dollars, provide proof to his public employer that he has been issued a Louisiana driver’s license and that all vehicles registered in his name are registered in Louisiana within thirty days of being hired or employed at such salary.
Transcripts from Foreign Universities: Prospective faculty submitting transcripts from foreign universities or schools must have the coursework evaluated for equivalency to United States-accredited coursework by a University-approved agency. The prospective faculty member is responsible for the cost of the evaluation. McNeese typically accepts evaluations by World Education Services (www.wes.org) or Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc. www.ece.org.
Position/Application Information
McNeese State University invites applicants for the position of Director of Human Resources and Student Employment in the Office of Human Resources and Student Employment. This is a full-time, 12-month, unclassified, staff position. The appointment is available to begin immediately.
Position Number: U99945
SALARY: Commensurate with education and experience.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Director of Human Resources and Student Employment provides strategic and operational leadership for all human resources and student employment functions at the university. This position ensures institutional compliance with applicable federal and state employment laws, University of Louisiana System policies, and university procedures, while actively supporting the university’s mission and core values. The Director reports to the Vice President for Business Affairs and serves as the principal advisor to executive leadership on all HR-related matters, oversees a team of HR professionals, and champions a workplace culture defined by equity, professionalism, accountability, and service excellence. This role requires a high degree of discretion, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate complex personnel, legal, and organizational challenges with integrity and care.
DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin immediately and will remain open until position is filled.
APPLICATION PROCESS AND MATERIALS: For the application process, applicants MUST complete an electronic application and upload required documents listed below:
Cover Letter
Resume
Three Professional References (Include: name, phone number, and email address)
Unofficial Transcripts for all degrees earned
Only completed application packets including all items listed above will be reviewed.
ALL JOB OFFERS ARE CONTINGENT UPON THE SUCCESSFUL RESULT OF A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK AND RECEIPT OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT(S) IF APPLICABLE.
TO APPLY FOR THIS VACANCY, click on the “APPLY” button at the top of advertisement to complete the electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
Required application materials WILL NOT be accepted after the deadline, if applicable. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS POSITION MAY BE DIRECTED TO THE CHAIR:
April Broussard, Vice President for Business Affairs at abroussard1@mcneese.edu
Office of Human Resources Contact:
Kim Dronett, HR Analyst/Recruitment kdronett@mcneese.edu or (337) 475-5413
Position Duties/Responsibilities
Leadership and Departmental Administration
- Direct, manage, and evaluate all operations of the Office of Human Resources and Student Employment, including supervision, mentoring, and performance evaluation of departmental staff.
- Provide strategic guidance and counsel to the Vice President for Business Affairs, executive leadership, supervisors, and employees on a full range of human resources matters.
- Establish and maintain departmental policies, procedures, internal controls, and budget management in accordance with university fiscal and operational standards.
- Serve on institutional committees as required and assist the Vice President for Business Affairs with special projects and initiatives as needed.
Recruitment, Hiring, and Workforce Management
- Oversee all recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and offboarding processes for classified, unclassified, faculty, adjunct, and student employment categories in compliance with applicable laws, policies, and requirements.
- Develop and maintain onboarding and separation procedures to ensure timely processing of personnel actions and proper documentation of employment records.
Compensation, Benefits, and Retirement
- Administer employee benefits, retirement programs (including TRSL, LASERS, and ORP), and ancillary benefits; serve as primary liaison with applicable state agencies and benefit providers.
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll and personnel actions in Banner and applicable state systems; review and approve PAFs, reclassifications, salary adjustments, and position control changes.
Employee Relations and Compliance
- Serve as Delegated Appointing Authority for classified employees, overseeing disciplinary processes, grievances, and adverse actions in compliance with Louisiana Civil Service rules.
- Represent the university in administrative hearings, unemployment proceedings, and legal matters involving human resources as required.
- Investigate employee complaints and potential policy violations; recommend and implement appropriate corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state employment laws, including Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FMLA, FLSA, Title IX, and Louisiana Civil Service statutes; develop and maintain HR policies and procedures accordingly.
Leave, Workers’ Compensation, and Safety
- Administer the FMLA program and oversee the university’s workers’ compensation program, including claims management, return-to-work coordination, and required reporting.
- Coordinate workplace safety programs and injury prevention initiatives in compliance with applicable OSHA and state safety regulations.
Training, Immigration, Systems, and Reporting
- Manage new employee orientation and coordinate training programs for supervisors and staff on performance management, compliance, workplace conduct, and HR systems.
- Oversee immigration processes for international employees and faculty, including visa sponsorships and work authorization compliance.
- Maintain HR information systems and personnel records in compliance with applicable records retention schedules, privacy regulations, and institutional policy.
- Oversee internal and external HR audits and prepare required regulatory reports, including EEO-1, IPEDS human resources components, and other applicable state and federal submissions.
Student Employment
- Oversee the university’s student employment program, ensuring compliance with federal work-study requirements, institutional policies, and applicable wage and hour laws.
- Coordinate with Financial Aid and department supervisors to facilitate student placements, process personnel actions, and resolve employment-related concerns.
Required/Preferred Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree required in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field
- Master’s degree preferred (MBA, MPA, Master’s in Human Resources, or Master’s in Organizational Leadership)
- Professional HR certification preferred: PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP
Experience
- Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible human resources experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Proven leadership and team management skills, with direct supervisory responsibility over professional HR staff
- Demonstrated experience overseeing a broad range of HR functions including recruitment, employee relations, benefits, payroll coordination, and compliance
- Prior experience in higher education or public sector HR strongly preferred
- Experience with Louisiana Civil Service rules and regulations preferred
General University information
McNeese State University, located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a public university and a member of the University of Louisiana System. Under Louisiana law, applications and all supporting materials will become public record. All applicants are expected to submit complete and accurate materials as specified in the position announcement. A background check and an English Proficiency assessment (Faculty Only) will be conducted on selected finalists. We comply with Louisiana Revised Statute 49:1001, et seq, and State of Louisiana Executive Order 98-38, which provides for drug testing of employees, appointees, prospective employees, and prospective appointees. Prospective employees and employees are informed if a drug test is required.
McNeese State University is an AA/EEO/ADA employer committed to excellence through diversity and a SAME agency (State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities) for the State of Louisiana.
Persons requesting accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should contact the Office of Campus Compliance and Civility at least 72 hours before the event. Additional information is available from the Office of Campus Compliance and Civility, located in the Burton Business Center, Suite 407, by phone at 337-475-5428, by fax at 337-475-5603, or by email at compliance@mcneese.edu.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires McNeese State University to inform applicants that the University can employ only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Each new employee is required to present documentation verifying his/her identity and right to accept employment. McNeese participates in E-Verify.
Louisiana Revised Statute 42:31-“Eligibility requirements for certain unclassified employees”-requires any person hired or employed in an unclassified position, whose annual salary or rate of compensation is equal to or exceeds one hundred thousand dollars, provide proof to his public employer that he has been issued a Louisiana driver’s license and that all vehicles registered in his name are registered in Louisiana within thirty days of being hired or employed at such salary.
Transcripts from Foreign Universities: Prospective faculty submitting transcripts from foreign universities or schools must have the coursework evaluated for equivalency to United States-accredited coursework by a University-approved agency. The prospective faculty member is responsible for the cost of the evaluation. McNeese typically accepts evaluations by World Education Services (www.wes.org) or Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc. www.ece.org.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Employment Specialist
Align your degree to the PERM job description
PERM requires a direct connection between your academic background and the offered role. A degree in counseling, social work, or rehabilitation services maps cleanly to Employment Specialist duties and strengthens the labor certification before DOL review.
Target workforce development organizations and government contractors
State workforce agencies, nonprofits operating workforce boards, and federal contractors running reemployment programs regularly sponsor Employment Specialists for green cards. These employers understand PERM timelines and often have established immigration counsel on retainer.
Search for PERM-sponsoring employers using Migrate Mate
Filter Employment Specialist postings by green card sponsorship history on Migrate Mate. This lets you prioritize employers who have already filed PERM applications for this job title rather than cold-approaching companies unfamiliar with the process.
Request the prevailing wage level before accepting an offer
DOL sets prevailing wages using the OFLC Wage Search for each job title and location. Your offered salary must meet that level for PERM to proceed, so confirm the wage category during offer negotiations, not after you've accepted.
Prepare your credentials for EB-2 or EB-3 classification early
If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation completed before the PERM filing begins. Your employer's attorney will need this to establish whether you qualify under EB-2 advanced-degree requirements or EB-3 skilled-worker criteria.
Understand that PERM timelines differ sharply from H-1B
PERM labor certification currently takes six to twelve months at DOL before the I-140 petition even begins. Build this into your employment timeline and discuss filing milestones explicitly with any sponsoring employer during the offer stage.
Green Card Employment Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Employment Specialist roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Employment Specialist positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers or professionals requiring a bachelor's degree. If the role requires an advanced degree in counseling, rehabilitation, or a related discipline, EB-2 classification may apply. O*NET classifies Employment Specialists under social service occupations that routinely meet USCIS specialty requirements, making PERM sponsorship a well-established path for this job title.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Employment Specialists?
PERM sponsorship leads to permanent residency, not a temporary status tied to a single employer. Unlike H-1B visa, EB-3 green cards have no annual lottery, though per-country backlogs can affect wait times for applicants from India and China. PERM also requires DOL to certify that no qualified U.S. worker is available before your employer can file the I-140 petition, adding a recruitment phase the H-1B process does not require.
What documentation should I prepare before a sponsoring employer begins PERM?
You'll need academic transcripts and a foreign credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S., plus a resume documenting your qualifying work history. Your employer's immigration attorney will also need proof that your background meets the specific requirements listed in the PERM job description. Preparing these documents before the offer stage speeds up the filing timeline considerably.
Where can I find Employment Specialist jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Employment Specialist roles where employers have active green card sponsorship history. Filtering by sponsorship type narrows results to organizations already familiar with PERM filings, which reduces the risk of accepting an offer from an employer who later decides the process is too complex to pursue.
Can my employer sponsor me for a green card if I'm currently on an H-1B?
Yes. PERM labor certification can begin while you hold valid H-1B status. Many Employment Specialists use H-1B extensions under AC21 portability rules to maintain work authorization while the PERM and I-140 process advances. USCIS allows you to change employers after the I-140 is approved and a green card has been pending for 180 days, preserving your priority date in the queue.