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Lane Community College

Manager of People and Culture

Lane Community College, Eugene, Oregon, United States, 97403

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Posting Details Posting Number: 260003

Job Title: Manager of People and Culture

Location: Main Campus

Classification: Management

Position Type: Management

Salary Range: $94,871 - $106,717 (Annual, Management Salary Grade 21)

Full/Part: Full-Time, Permanent, Exempt, Upon Hire

Working Schedule: Full-time; variable hours, mostly Monday‑Friday 8:00 AM‑5:00 PM, with weekends, evenings and travel as needed.

Closing Date: 02/04/2026

Posting Date: 01/08/2026

AA/EEO Statement Lane Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity/veteran/disability employer embracing equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We encourage a safe and hospitable environment for historically marginalized populations including women, BIPOC, Latinx, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, and candidates and employees living with disabilities.

Veterans Statement

Lane actively recruits veterans and those with disabilities for all positions. For accommodations and questions call

541-463-5586 .

Veterans, please fax, e‑mail, mail or deliver your documentation (DD214/DD215/letter of disability) to Human Resources; Jill Deneault, deneaultj@lanecc.edu, 541-463-3970.

Lane Community College ensures that all documentation submitted to HR will remain confidential.

Compensation & Benefits

The position’s full salary range is $94,871 to $140,432. New employees cannot be placed higher than $106,717 due to internal equity. The application is used to determine the initial salary placement for selected candidates. All employment and education history will be considered.

Our Management Benefits package includes a generous contribution toward medical, dental and vision insurance, long‑term disability as well as paid sick leave and vacation time.

Lane Community College is considered a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the program, full‑time employees may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan.

You may also view our Management Working Agreement online.

Job Purpose The Manager of People and Culture is a key leadership role within the Human Resources department, responsible for fostering a positive, inclusive, and high‑performing organizational culture that supports the mission and strategic goals of the community college.

Reporting to the Vice President of Human Resources, this position plays a critical role in organizational development, talent acquisition and retention, and overall HR strategic initiatives drawing on deep acumen in organizational development and a focus on business outcomes. The Manager will provide leadership and expertise in classification and compensation and recruiting.

Essential Functions Organizational Development & Culture (Heavy Focus)

Leads the design, development, and implementation of comprehensive organizational development strategies and programs.

Develops and promotes a positive and inclusive organizational culture that aligns with the college’s values, mission, and strategic priorities.

Identifies and addresses organizational effectiveness challenges.

Facilitates workshops, training sessions, and group interventions to support organizational development initiatives.

Partners with college leadership to assess organizational needs and develop tailored interventions.

Champions diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives throughout the college.

Works with the Associate Vice President for Culture and Belonging to achieve shared priorities.

Talent Acquisition (Supervision)

Supervises, mentors, and evaluates the recruiting team.

Oversees the full lifecycle of recruitment, from workforce planning to onboarding.

Develops and implements innovative recruitment strategies to attract a diverse pool of highly qualified candidates.

Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

Classification & Compensation

Develops, implements, and administers competitive and equitable classification and compensation programs.

Conducts job analysis, develops job descriptions, and performs market pricing.

Manages salary surveys and analyzes compensation data.

Provides expert guidance on classification and compensation matters.

Ensures compliance with applicable wage and hour laws.

HR Leadership & Strategic Support

Assists the VP of Human Resources in developing and implementing HR strategic plans.

May serve as HR Administrator in Charge when the VP is absent.

Provides expert consultation to college leadership on HR matters.

Contributes to HR departmental budget development and monitoring.

Stays current with best practices and emerging trends in HR and higher education.

Ensures implementation of the College’s affirmative action policies.

Problem‑solves sensitive information with FERPA awareness; maintains confidentiality.

Other duties as assigned.

Equity and Inclusion

Demonstrates Lane’s core value of social justice by ensuring equity and inclusion in all responsibilities.

Works respectfully with individuals of all backgrounds.

Shows active concern for meeting the needs of students, staff, and the public.

Assists with ADA compliance and supports access for persons with disabilities.

Supervision Statement The Manager of People and Culture reports to the Vice President of Human Resources & Labor Relations and supervises a staff of three.

Physical Demands & Working Environment

Primarily performed in a professional office environment.

Ability to sit for extended periods, use a computer, and communicate effectively.

May require travel to other campus locations or professional development events.

May require transporting materials up to 25 pounds.

Must work safely.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Extensive knowledge of organizational development theories, models, and interventions.

Comprehensive understanding of talent acquisition best practices.

In‑depth knowledge of classification and compensation methodologies.

Strong understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws.

Exceptional leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills.

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.

Ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Proficiency in utilizing HR technologies and software.

Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Ability to understand and carry out Lane’s commitment to student success, lifelong learning, and the needs of students, staff, and the public.

Support employees in meeting accreditation standards through evaluation and assessment of student outcomes.

Required Qualifications Required Education Bachelor’s degree in human resources management or related area from a regionally accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Required Experience

Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in human resources, with a significant focus on organizational development and talent acquisition.

Five (5) years of supervisory experience.

Demonstrated expertise in classification and compensation principles and practices.

Demonstrated experience in leading successful organizational development initiatives.

Demonstrated experience leading HR initiatives with documented positive impact on business outcomes.

Conditions of Employment

Successful applicants must complete a criminal background check.

Must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time of employment.

Preferred Qualifications Preferred Education Master’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field.

Preferred Experience

Experience working in a unionized environment.

Experience working in an HR Business Partner model.

HR certification (e.g., SPHR, SHRM‑SCP, ODCP).

Experience in a community college or higher education setting.

Language Statement We welcome multilingual applicants who can support and welcome all students.

Bilingual/Multicultural Statement Inclusiveness, diversity, and equity are integral to Lane’s commitment to excellence in education and our commitment to student and community engagement. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, multilingual skills, and thought. We encourage applications from candidates that identify with groups that are historically underrepresented in higher education.

Equivalency Statement We want to find the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, and thought. We encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. You are also encouraged to address in the optional Supplemental Question how your professional and lived experience, scholarship, teaching, mentorship and/or service will contribute to the Lane mission of transforming lives through learning.

Application Process Lane uses a redacted application for screening Minimum Qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All fields in the application must be completed, including employment dates, work hours, and detailed job duties.

Resume / Curriculum Vitae may not take the place of any section in the application.

Required Documents

Application – Complete and submit online via the applicant portal.

Resume – Comprehensive of experience, education, and accomplishments.

Cover Letter – Clearly detailing how you meet the qualifications for the position.

Transcripts – See instructions below.

Transcript Instructions Un­official transcripts must be provided. Attach under "Optional Documents", fax, e‑mail, deliver or mail to:

Lane Community College Human Resources Posting#250085, Attn: Jill Deneault 4000 E. 30th Ave. Building 3, 1st floor Eugene, OR 97405 Fax: (541) 463-3970 E‑mail: deneaultj@lanecc.edu

Selected candidates will be required to provide official transcripts within thirty (30) days of hire.

International degrees will require a foreign degree evaluation for their U.S. equivalent.

Union Association Managers Working Agreement

Applicant Instructions

For assistance with the online application call Human Resources at 541-463-5586.

For position questions contact Jillian Deneault, deneaultj@lanecc.edu, 541-463-3196.

Positions close at 9:00 pm PST.

Closing Information This posting was posted on 01/08/2026 and closes on 02/04/2026.

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