Title: Faculty Operations Administrator

Location: Remote (U.S.)
Employment Type: Contract

About the Opportunity

TalentoHC is partnering with a leading institution seeking a Faculty Operations Administrator to support a lean faculty operations team during a critical period of systems and operational work.
This role will be responsible for maintaining day-to-day faculty HR operations, supporting faculty lifecycle processes, and assisting with systems initiatives. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in Faculty Affairs, Academic HR, or Academic Personnel, and a proven ability to manage complex faculty processes in fast-paced academic environments.
This opportunity offers the chance to work closely with senior leadership while contributing to strategic initiatives that support organizational growth and long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

Support day-to-day faculty operations and HR administration, including appointments, reappointments, renewals, and personnel transactions
Manage faculty onboarding, offboarding, and employment lifecycle activities
Coordinate and maintain faculty records, documentation, and compliance processes
Provide support for faculty leave, contract administration, compensation updates, and faculty-related HR requests
Assist with Workday testing, validation, troubleshooting, and business process support
Partner with stakeholders across Academic Affairs, Human Resources, and faculty leadership
Ensure accuracy and compliance with institutional policies and faculty procedures
Support reporting, process improvements, and operational continuity

Qualifications

3+ years of experience in Faculty Affairs, Academic HR, Academic Personnel, Faculty Operations, or Higher Education Human Resources
Experience supporting faculty lifecycle processes including appointments, reappointments, onboarding, or academic personnel administration
Background in higher education — universities, colleges, or academic medical environments
Familiarity with Workday HCM / Workday HR strongly preferred; hands-on experience a plus
Experience with Colleague, Banner, Ellucian, Interfolio, or related higher education systems a plus
Experience with faculty promotions, tenure, annual reviews, or faculty governance preferred
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

About TalentoHC

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TalentoHC is a global executive search and human capital consulting firm helping organizations build high-performing leadership teams that drive growth and transformation. The firm partners with companies across industries including technology, aviation, hospitality, media, and professional services to identify and place senior leaders who shape organizational strategy. Through a human capital-centric approach, TalentoHC supports organizations navigating leadership change, strengthening talent strategy, and building teams capable of delivering long-term enterprise value.

Equal Opportunity Employer

TalentoHC is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.

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