ABOUT COLBURN:
Located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles, the Colburn School is an internationally recognized
leader in performing arts education and is part of the fabric of the Los Angeles cultural community. With a world-renowned faculty, Colburn
trains students from beginning to pre-professional in five divisions: the Colburn Conservatory of Music, the Colburn Community School of
Performing Arts, the Colburn Music Academy, the Trudl Zipper Dance Institute and, Colburn’s Center for Innovation and Community
Impact.
The Colburn School is expanding with the transformational Frank Gehry-designed Colburn Center, which includes a 1000 seat
concert hall and dance education center. Scheduled to open in 2026, the expansion will dramatically increase the School’s profile and
role in the community.
COLBURN’S MISSION:
The Colburn School’s mission is to provide the highest
quality performing arts education at all levels of development in an optimal learning environment.
POSITION REPORTS
TO: President/CEO and EVP/COO
DIRECT REPORTS: HR Manager/Generalist; Payroll Manager, Payroll Analyst
ROLE PURPOSE
The Assistant Vice President, Human Resources (AVP-HR) serves as a member of the Leadership Team and
will plan, lead, direct, develop, and coordinate the policies, activities, and staff of the Human Resource (HR) and Payroll departments,
ensuring legal compliance and implementation of the organization’s mission and talent strategy. This position will oversee and manage
all HR functions, including compensation and benefits, recruiting and retention, payroll for 400+ employees, performance management, legal
and compliance, safety, employee relations, employee engagement, communications, development and implementation of policies and procedures,
training, diversity and inclusion, and more.
As the Colburn School grows and ramps up for the opening of its historic expansion, this
is an exciting opportunity for AVP-HR to work closely with the EVP, COO, and Colburn leadership on the organizational design and staffing
plan for the new Center. Given the importance human resources plays in creating a positive and collaborative culture in our vibrant
education and performing arts community, and important interaction with faculty and staff, this is an in-office position.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
KEY
RESPONSIBILITIES
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS AND CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
COMPETENCIES AND EXPERIENCES
HR Leader: 10+ years of senior-level human resources
experience with proven success crafting and driving effective initiatives.
Strong Partner: Demonstrable track record of successfully
partnering with a range of senior stakeholders and external constituents on a variety of strategic initiatives. Capable of challenging the
status quo and integrating new ideas seamlessly.
Inspirational Leader, Trust & Inclusion: Hands-on, engaged, dynamic leader;
demonstrated ability to forge strong, trusting relationships with management, faculty and staff and direct reports and ability to
collaboratively foster teamwork and open communication with a consistent, approachable demeanor.
Executive Presence: Maturity and
presence, demonstrable credibility, consistency, visibility, access, and depth and breadth of knowledge. Possesses excellent communication
skills (both written and verbal).
Self- Starter and Accountable: Takes responsibility and ownership. Drives projects from start to
finish.
Process Improvement and Change Management: Demonstrates experience in driving efficiency, improving processes, and
implementing policies and procedures. Demonstrated strategic leadership and ability to understand the strategic context of change management
practices, principles, and techniques to translate organizational change implications, and generate a change approach and solutions to drive
desired results.
Organizational Development: Experience with organizational design and structure.
CULTURE IMPACT:
“Must-have” Characteristics
Collaborative – Builds strong working relationships with faculty and staff at
all levels. An enthusiastic, hard-working and flexible team player with ability to interact with people openly and directly, listen and
facilitate discussions to ensure that other’s viewpoints are heard.
Transparent – Operates in a way that is easy for
others to see why decisions are made and what actions are performed.
Brand Aligned – Committed to the School’s mission,
values and brand and a desire to be integrally involved in its success.
Conflict Resolution – Strong ability to triage
difficult situations and reach objective resolutions.
Leadership Presence –Exhibits a consistent, even-keeled presence across a
variety of situations; ability to stay positive in difficult conditions. A “can-do” attitude and ability to effectively lead and
motivate stakeholders across the institution.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The salary range for this position is
$165,000 to $200,000 on an annual basis. The Colburn School offers excellent benefits including: medical, dental and vision insurance plans;
Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability and Life Insurance plans; paid sick leave and vacation; a 403(b) retirement plan with a generous
employer matching contribution; and free parking at our beautiful
ADJUNCT FACULTY OF FINANCIAL PLANNINGNew York University School of Professional StudiesDivision of Programs in Business The NYU School of Professional...
Apply For This JobWorkforce Financial Specialist Full-time – Grant funded Washington County Community College is seeking a talented professional with a strong work...
Apply For This JobPortland State University is hiring an innovative and motivational Director to lead the Planning and Sustainability Office. This dynamic department...
Apply For This Jobbr{display:none;}.css-58vpdc ul > li{margin-left:0;}.css-58vpdc li{padding:0;}]]> Description of School As a growing school, we are looking for support for our Elementary...
Apply For This Jobbr{display:none;}.css-58vpdc ul > li{margin-left:0;}.css-58vpdc li{padding:0;}]]> Enjoy our beautiful campus and become a member of our A rated school. Duties include...
Apply For This Jobbr{display:none;}.css-58vpdc ul > li{margin-left:0;}.css-58vpdc li{padding:0;}]]> Is making sure children are ready for school your passion? Do you want a warm,...
Apply For This Job