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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: Assistant Director of Human Resources
Location: Indianapolis Downtown Campus
Job Type: Full-time
Classification: E-1
Salary Range: $45,000 - $47,000/annually (based on experience)
Reports To: Director of Human Resources
Who We Are:
We are an open-access college that fuels Indiana’s economy through excellence in teaching and proactive engagement with industry and community partners, embedded in a culture of innovation that empowers all students to learn and succeed. We are “higher education at the speed of life!”
Our Values:
- Empathy: We stand with our students, partners, and communities.
- Integrity: We treat all with dignity and respect.
- Accountability: We deliver on our commitments.
- Agility: We innovate, iterate, and transform.
- Connectivity: We connect with partners to strengthen communities and ensure student success for all.
About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled Assistant Director of Human Resources to support the daily delivery of human resources services for the Indianapolis Campus. In this role, you will apply established human resources policies, procedures, and practices to support employee relations, compliance, and core HR operations.
The Assistant Director plays a key role in supporting campus HR operations by assisting supervisors and employees across the employee lifecycle, ensuring compliance with employment requirements, supporting HR programs and initiatives, and contributing to consistent, service-oriented HR practices. This position works closely with HR leadership and Statewide Human Resources team members to ensure alignment with institutional standards, regulatory requirements, and operational priorities. RESUME AND COVER LETTER REQUIRED FOR CONSIDERATION
Required Skills & Competencies:
- Training & Development: Developing and delivering training modules on various topics.
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Building trust, fostering positive work environments, and communicating effectively across diverse groups (e.g., employees, students, and internal partners).
- Policy Application: Ability to apply policies, procedures, and applicable regulations consistently and accurately when advising others.
- Analytical & Documentation Skills: Ability to gather relevant information, document findings, and maintain accurate records and reports.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to follow established procedures, assess situations, and support timely and appropriate resolution of reported concerns.
- Teamwork & Collaboration: Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team and across functional areas to ensure consistent service delivery.
- Organization & Time Management: Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
- Professional Judgment & Confidentiality: Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
Preferred Additional Skills:
- Experience using Workday or a comparable Human Resources Information System (HRIS).
- Experience supporting HR operations in higher education or a similarly regulated environment.
- Professional HR certification (PHR or SPHR).
Key Responsibilities:
The following is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.
- In the absence of the Director of Human Resources, take authorized action and exercise judgment to ensure matters requiring attention are addressed in a timely manner and minimize disruption to HR operations.
- Respond to reported employee concerns and assigned employee relations matters by gathering relevant information, documenting findings, and supporting timely and appropriate resolution in accordance with institutional policy and applicable regulations.
- Serve as a resource to supervisors and employees by applying HR policies, procedures, and employment regulations consistently when providing guidance on workplace expectations and performance-related matters.
- Support payroll and benefits processes by assisting employees and supervisors with inquiries and documentation.
- Manage the Adjunct process end-to-end, including onboarding requirements, approvals, Workday transactions, timeline monitoring, and offboarding as needed.
- Lead adjunct and staff new hire orientation processes in both in-person and virtual formats, ensuring clear communication of employment requirements and institutional expectations.
- Construct, facilitate, and support HR and management training modules and informational sessions in live and virtual formats.
- Administer employee tuition assistance and fee remission programs in alignment with institutional policies.
- Process Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and employment verification requests.
- Complete required monthly human resources compliance reports accurately and on time.
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in HR systems and paper files according to retention requirements.
- Coordinate and support the annual employee appreciation program and other employee engagement initiatives.
- Work collaboratively with Statewide Human Resources team members to ensure consistency in HR service delivery and communication.
Education & Experience:
- A bachelor's degree with 1-3 years of relevant experience.
- An associate degree with 3-5 years of relevant experience. Alternatively, additional years of experience (5-8) will be considered in lieu of an associate degree.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to support meaningful HR work in a mission-driven educational environment.
- Collaborative team culture focused on consistency, professionalism, and service.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Must demonstrate ability to promote an environment that reflects the broad backgrounds represented by our students and employees and in which every individual feels respected and valued.
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health & Wellness
- Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
- Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
- Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
- Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
- Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
- Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
Retirement & Financial Security
- 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
- Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Educational Benefits
- Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
- Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
- Paid professional development opportunities
Work-Life Balance
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
- Flexible work arrangements where available
- Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
- Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Additional Perks
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services
Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.
Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.
Job Title: Assistant Director of Human Resources
Location: Indianapolis Downtown Campus
Job Type: Full-time
Classification: E-1
Salary Range: $45,000 - $47,000/annually (based on experience)
Reports To: Director of Human Resources
Who We Are:
We are an open-access college that fuels Indiana’s economy through excellence in teaching and proactive engagement with industry and community partners, embedded in a culture of innovation that empowers all students to learn and succeed. We are “higher education at the speed of life!”
Our Values:
- Empathy: We stand with our students, partners, and communities.
- Integrity: We treat all with dignity and respect.
- Accountability: We deliver on our commitments.
- Agility: We innovate, iterate, and transform.
- Connectivity: We connect with partners to strengthen communities and ensure student success for all.
About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled Assistant Director of Human Resources to support the daily delivery of human resources services for the Indianapolis Campus. In this role, you will apply established human resources policies, procedures, and practices to support employee relations, compliance, and core HR operations.
The Assistant Director plays a key role in supporting campus HR operations by assisting supervisors and employees across the employee lifecycle, ensuring compliance with employment requirements, supporting HR programs and initiatives, and contributing to consistent, service-oriented HR practices. This position works closely with HR leadership and Statewide Human Resources team members to ensure alignment with institutional standards, regulatory requirements, and operational priorities. RESUME AND COVER LETTER REQUIRED FOR CONSIDERATION
Required Skills & Competencies:
- Training & Development: Developing and delivering training modules on various topics.
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Building trust, fostering positive work environments, and communicating effectively across diverse groups (e.g., employees, students, and internal partners).
- Policy Application: Ability to apply policies, procedures, and applicable regulations consistently and accurately when advising others.
- Analytical & Documentation Skills: Ability to gather relevant information, document findings, and maintain accurate records and reports.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to follow established procedures, assess situations, and support timely and appropriate resolution of reported concerns.
- Teamwork & Collaboration: Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team and across functional areas to ensure consistent service delivery.
- Organization & Time Management: Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
- Professional Judgment & Confidentiality: Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
Preferred Additional Skills:
- Experience using Workday or a comparable Human Resources Information System (HRIS).
- Experience supporting HR operations in higher education or a similarly regulated environment.
- Professional HR certification (PHR or SPHR).
Key Responsibilities:
The following is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.
- In the absence of the Director of Human Resources, take authorized action and exercise judgment to ensure matters requiring attention are addressed in a timely manner and minimize disruption to HR operations.
- Respond to reported employee concerns and assigned employee relations matters by gathering relevant information, documenting findings, and supporting timely and appropriate resolution in accordance with institutional policy and applicable regulations.
- Serve as a resource to supervisors and employees by applying HR policies, procedures, and employment regulations consistently when providing guidance on workplace expectations and performance-related matters.
- Support payroll and benefits processes by assisting employees and supervisors with inquiries and documentation.
- Manage the Adjunct process end-to-end, including onboarding requirements, approvals, Workday transactions, timeline monitoring, and offboarding as needed.
- Lead adjunct and staff new hire orientation processes in both in-person and virtual formats, ensuring clear communication of employment requirements and institutional expectations.
- Construct, facilitate, and support HR and management training modules and informational sessions in live and virtual formats.
- Administer employee tuition assistance and fee remission programs in alignment with institutional policies.
- Process Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and employment verification requests.
- Complete required monthly human resources compliance reports accurately and on time.
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in HR systems and paper files according to retention requirements.
- Coordinate and support the annual employee appreciation program and other employee engagement initiatives.
- Work collaboratively with Statewide Human Resources team members to ensure consistency in HR service delivery and communication.
Education & Experience:
- A bachelor's degree with 1-3 years of relevant experience.
- An associate degree with 3-5 years of relevant experience. Alternatively, additional years of experience (5-8) will be considered in lieu of an associate degree.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to support meaningful HR work in a mission-driven educational environment.
- Collaborative team culture focused on consistency, professionalism, and service.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Must demonstrate ability to promote an environment that reflects the broad backgrounds represented by our students and employees and in which every individual feels respected and valued.
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health & Wellness
- Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
- Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
- Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
- Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
- Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
- Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
Retirement & Financial Security
- 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
- Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Educational Benefits
- Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
- Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
- Paid professional development opportunities
Work-Life Balance
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
- Flexible work arrangements where available
- Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
- Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Additional Perks
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services
Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.
Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Assistant Director
Target OPT-friendly sectors first
Higher education institutions and nonprofits hire Assistant Directors regularly and have established international student hiring pipelines. These employers understand OPT authorization and are far less likely to withdraw offers over visa paperwork than private-sector employers without prior experience.
Lead your resume with management scope
Assistant Director roles require demonstrated leadership. Quantify how many people you supervised, what budgets you managed, and what programs you oversaw. Hiring managers screen for organizational authority quickly, so surface those details in your first three bullet points.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront
Know your OPT start date, end date, and STEM extension eligibility before every application. Employers hiring for long-term leadership roles want confidence you can stay. Being specific about your authorization window builds trust rather than raising uncertainty.
Frame sponsorship as a future step, not a current burden
Many Assistant Director roles transition into H-1B visa sponsorship after one to two years. Position yourself as a long-term hire from the start. Employers who see leadership potential are far more willing to sponsor H-1B status down the line than those hiring for entry-level roles.
Highlight cross-functional coordination experience
Assistant Directors are expected to align departments, manage external partners, and report to senior leadership. If you coordinated between teams during a graduate assistantship, research project, or internship, describe that scope explicitly. It directly mirrors what employers expect in this role.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for OPT-sponsoring employers
Not every employer who posts an Assistant Director opening is open to OPT or future visa sponsorship. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with a verified sponsorship history so you spend your application time on roles that are actually accessible given your authorization status.
Assistant Director OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Assistant Director on F-1 OPT?
Yes, if the role is directly related to your field of study. OPT authorizes F-1 students to work in positions that align with their degree. An Assistant Director role in higher education administration, film production, nonprofit program management, or arts organizations can qualify depending on your major. Your job offer should reflect that connection clearly.
Does an Assistant Director role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It can, but only if your degree is in a STEM-designated field and the role has a STEM component. An Assistant Director of data operations or research program management at a qualifying employer may support a STEM OPT extension. Pure arts administration or theater roles typically do not qualify. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO before applying.
Will employers sponsor H-1B for Assistant Director positions?
Many do, particularly in higher education and large nonprofits, which have experience sponsoring international staff. The role's seniority and the employer's prior sponsorship history both matter. Searching on Migrate Mate lets you identify which employers have a documented track record of sponsoring work visas, so you can prioritize applications accordingly.
How do I explain my OPT status to an employer during the hiring process for this role?
Be direct and prepared. State your OPT authorization period, confirm you're work-authorized without requiring immediate employer action, and mention your STEM extension eligibility if applicable. For Assistant Director roles, which often involve multi-year planning cycles, employers appreciate knowing your timeline. Framing it as a bridge to long-term sponsorship keeps the conversation forward-looking.
What degree fields most commonly lead to Assistant Director roles on OPT?
Higher education administration, public administration, communications, arts management, film and media studies, social work, and business management are the most common pathways. Graduate degrees are frequently preferred for Assistant Director titles. If your master's or professional degree aligns with the functional area of the role, your OPT eligibility and career fit work together naturally.