Danville Community College
Associate Vice President of Human Resources
🇺🇸 Danville, VA
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $96K - $106K
💻 Human Resources
🗓️ December 23rd, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
Danville Community College is hiring an Associate Vice President of Human Resources. The role involves leading and managing comprehensive HR programs, developing strategies to attract, motivate, and retain a skilled workforce, and ensuring alignment with institutional goals and compliance with state policies.
Highlights
- Implement leading HR practices to attract and retain diverse faculty and staff.
- Develop strategies to motivate employees and build organizational structures.
- Direct comprehensive HR functions including recruitment, classification, compensation, benefits, employee relations, training, and development.
- Coordinate HR policies in accordance with Commonwealth of Virginia, VCCS, and DHRM guidelines.
- Lead payroll functions and manage HR department budgets and expenditures.
- Master's degree required in Business Administration, Human Resources Management, or related field.
- Progressive leadership/management experience in human resources with strong communication and conflict resolution skills.
- Human resources leadership experience in higher education or government preferred; SPHR or SHRM certification highly valued.
- Salary range: $96,300 - $106,000 annually.
- Work schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm with some evenings and weekends as needed.
Associate Vice President of Human Resources Full Description
Associate Vice President of Human Resources
Posting Details
Working Title | Associate Vice President of Human Resources
Role Title | 12 month - Admin - Asst Prof
Role Code | 01124-SW
FLSA | Exempt
Pay Band | 00
Position Number | 279FA002
Agency | Danville Community College
Agency/Division | Danville Community College (Div)
Work Location | Danville - 590
Hiring Range | 96,300 - 106,000
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
EEO Category | A-Official or Administrator
Full Time or Part Time | Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- |
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? | No
Work Schedule | Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm. Some evenings and weekends may be required.
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
Danville Community College developed from two institutions, Danville Technical Institute and the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute opened in 1936 as Danville Textile School, becoming Danville Technical Institute just after World War II. The Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute first began as an engineering division in 1946 and was later expanded to include the first two years of course work for all engineering, business administration, liberal arts, and science majors. Beginning in the summer of 1966, all programs taught by Danville Technical Institute were brought under the Virginia Department of Community Colleges. Effective July 1, 1968, the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute merged with the existing community college providing the comprehensive programs now offered.
Implements leading practices to attract and retain a diverse, high quality faculty and staff. Develops and implements practices to motivate and retain employees. Ensures that Danville Community College has a well-trained and competent workforce. Leads initiatives to build strong organizational structures throughout the College to achieve institutional goals. Develops HR operational strategies to improve effectiveness, efficiency, and customer service. Directs and manages a comprehensive integrated HR program which includes employment, recruitment, classification, compensation, benefits, employee relations, training, and professional development. Engages workforce with shared services models and concepts and business process changes. Coordinates DCC’s HR practices in accordance with the Commonwealth of Virginia, VCCS, and DHRM human resource policies, procedures, and related information systems. Leads initiatives for providing customer services meet customer needs, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Understanding of organizational politics and how to flex leadership approaches to achieve solutions. Leads staff to compile, categorize, calculate, audit and verify human resources information and data. Prioritizes and manages multiple tasks and work in fast-paced environment. Exercises good judgment, discretion and confidentiality. Directs and supervises payroll functions. Manages budgets and monitors expenditures for the HR department. Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Special Assignments | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications | Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Business Administration, Human Resources Management, or closely related field. Present progressively responsible leadership/management experience in human resources. Exhibit knowledge of and experience with strategic planning, budgeting and financial management, organizational analyses, internal controls, HR information systems applications and development, customer service, training and competency development programs, resource allocation, data analyses and report generation, conflict resolution, diversity and inclusion initiatives, compensation/classification methodologies and practices, and organizational change management. Evidence of a flexible management and leadership style with strong listening skills, outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Ability to align the human resources department with the College’s mission and needs. Ability to navigate employee relations issues and work with a diverse workforce.
Additional Considerations | Human Resource leadership experience in a higher education environment, state or local government agencies or in positions that have served as human resources consultants to governmental agencies. Possession of SPHR or SHRM certification or equivalent senior-level professional certification is highly valued. Knowledge of Commonwealth of Virginia and Virginia Community College System’s human resources policies, programs and practices is helpful. Terminal degree from an accredited institution.
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | Yes
Required Travel | Some travel may be required.
Role Title | 12 month - Admin - Asst Prof
Role Code | 01124-SW
FLSA | Exempt
Pay Band | 00
Position Number | 279FA002
Agency | Danville Community College
Agency/Division | Danville Community College (Div)
Work Location | Danville - 590
Hiring Range | 96,300 - 106,000
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
EEO Category | A-Official or Administrator
Full Time or Part Time | Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- |
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? | No
Work Schedule | Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm. Some evenings and weekends may be required.
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
Danville Community College developed from two institutions, Danville Technical Institute and the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute opened in 1936 as Danville Textile School, becoming Danville Technical Institute just after World War II. The Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute first began as an engineering division in 1946 and was later expanded to include the first two years of course work for all engineering, business administration, liberal arts, and science majors. Beginning in the summer of 1966, all programs taught by Danville Technical Institute were brought under the Virginia Department of Community Colleges. Effective July 1, 1968, the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute merged with the existing community college providing the comprehensive programs now offered.
Implements leading practices to attract and retain a diverse, high quality faculty and staff. Develops and implements practices to motivate and retain employees. Ensures that Danville Community College has a well-trained and competent workforce. Leads initiatives to build strong organizational structures throughout the College to achieve institutional goals. Develops HR operational strategies to improve effectiveness, efficiency, and customer service. Directs and manages a comprehensive integrated HR program which includes employment, recruitment, classification, compensation, benefits, employee relations, training, and professional development. Engages workforce with shared services models and concepts and business process changes. Coordinates DCC’s HR practices in accordance with the Commonwealth of Virginia, VCCS, and DHRM human resource policies, procedures, and related information systems. Leads initiatives for providing customer services meet customer needs, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Understanding of organizational politics and how to flex leadership approaches to achieve solutions. Leads staff to compile, categorize, calculate, audit and verify human resources information and data. Prioritizes and manages multiple tasks and work in fast-paced environment. Exercises good judgment, discretion and confidentiality. Directs and supervises payroll functions. Manages budgets and monitors expenditures for the HR department. Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Special Assignments | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications | Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Business Administration, Human Resources Management, or closely related field. Present progressively responsible leadership/management experience in human resources. Exhibit knowledge of and experience with strategic planning, budgeting and financial management, organizational analyses, internal controls, HR information systems applications and development, customer service, training and competency development programs, resource allocation, data analyses and report generation, conflict resolution, diversity and inclusion initiatives, compensation/classification methodologies and practices, and organizational change management. Evidence of a flexible management and leadership style with strong listening skills, outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Ability to align the human resources department with the College’s mission and needs. Ability to navigate employee relations issues and work with a diverse workforce.
Additional Considerations | Human Resource leadership experience in a higher education environment, state or local government agencies or in positions that have served as human resources consultants to governmental agencies. Possession of SPHR or SHRM certification or equivalent senior-level professional certification is highly valued. Knowledge of Commonwealth of Virginia and Virginia Community College System’s human resources policies, programs and practices is helpful. Terminal degree from an accredited institution.
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | Yes
Required Travel | Some travel may be required.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | FAC_1804P
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 12/22/2025
Job Close Date | 01/21/2026
Open Until Filled |
Agency Website | https://danville.edu/
Contact Name | Jennifer Wood
Email | jennifer.wood@danville.edu
Phone Number |
Special Instructions to Applicants |
Additional Information |
Background Check Statement Disclaimer | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/91584
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 12/22/2025
Job Close Date | 01/21/2026
Open Until Filled |
Agency Website | https://danville.edu/
Contact Name | Jennifer Wood
Email | jennifer.wood@danville.edu
Phone Number |
Special Instructions to Applicants |
Additional Information |
Background Check Statement Disclaimer | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/91584
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Unofficial Transcripts
Optional Documents
- Other Document
- (877) 340-5577
- ats@ssc.vccs.edu
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