Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer (Deputy CHRO)

Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC)
Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Lead with Purpose. Empower People. Strengthen Excellence.

Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC) invites strategic, forward-thinking, and people-centered leaders to apply for the position of Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer (Deputy CHRO).
This pivotal role serves as second-in-command to the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), providing senior leadership and oversight of key human resources functions that drive BRCC’s mission of Employee Success, Student Success, and Institutional Excellence.

As the Deputy CHRO, you will help lead a transformative HR division dedicated to advancing a culture of trust, innovation, and collaboration—ensuring BRCC remains an employer of choice and a model for operational and workforce excellence.

Position Summary

Reporting directly to the Chief Human Resources Officer, the Deputy CHRO provides strategic and operational leadership across all HR functions, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and alignment with institutional goals. This role exists to enhance HR’s strategic capacity, streamline operations, and promote leadership continuity through succession planning and workforce development.

The Deputy CHRO acts as a trusted advisor and key decision-maker—partnering with senior leadership to shape policies, strengthen employee engagement, and deliver innovative HR solutions that enhance organizational performance and culture.

Duties and Responsibilities

35 % Leadership and Strategic Support

• Serve as second-in-command to the Chief Human Resources Officer, supporting department-wide strategy, decision-making, and execution.
• Lead cross-functional HR teams in process improvement, talent development, and strategic engagement initiatives.
• Represent the CHRO and department in internal and external meetings as assigned.

25% Employee Experience and Success

• Oversee the Employee Experience and Success function, including talent acquisition, onboarding, culture enhancement, and leadership development programs.
• Lead initiatives that improve engagement, retention, and recognition.

20% Operations and Process Improvement

• Supervise the Operations Manager to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and compliance in contracts, personnel actions, and HR standard operating procedures.
• Develop and monitor HR metrics that measure performance, timeliness, and quality of service delivery.
• Lead automation and digitization efforts to enhance HR operational effectiveness.

10% Total Rewards and Payroll

• Provide strategic guidance and oversight to payroll, benefits, and compensation administration, ensuring equity, competitiveness, and compliance.
• Collaborate with Total Rewards and Payroll leadership on TRSL and OGB process improvements.

5% Employee Relations and Compliance

• Support employee relations, Title IX, and Civil Service compliance functions.
• Contribute to performance management programs, ensuring adherence to BRCC and LCTCS policies.
• Promote a fair, respectful, and compliant workplace culture.

5% Other Duties as Assigned

• Perform other related duties as required to support the mission of Baton Rouge Community College.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field

Experience: Minimum of eight years of progressive human resources experience, including at least three years in management or a senior-level role. Demonstrated experience leading HR operations, employee engagement, or organizational development initiatives.

Advanced knowledge of HR principles and employment laws.

• Proven leadership, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience with HRIS and process improvement systems.
• Commitment to BRCC’s values of Trust, Accountability, Innovation, Distinctiveness, Inspiration, and Collaboration.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

Experience: Ten years of progressive HR experience with at least five years in senior leadership, preferably in higher education or state government.

Certifications: SHRM-SCP or IPMA-HR certification preferred.

• Demonstrated success in leading organizational transformation and employee engagement programs.
• Experience with the Louisiana Community and Technical College System HR policies and processes.
• Strong project management and change leadership skills.