National Director of People and Culture - Southern California University of Health Sciences (Whittier, CA)
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Southern California University of Health Sciences seeks a National Director of People and Culture
Click here to view full position profile: https://summitsearchsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/SCU_Natl_Dir_People_Culture_Profile.pdf
Location: Whittier, California (Remote & Hybrid Options)
The Position:
The National Director of People and Culture serves as the senior leader responsible for the strategic direction, development, and execution of the University’s people operations, culture, and compliance functions. The Director oversees all aspects of human resources, including talent acquisition, compensation, benefits, employee relations, training and development, and HR systems administration. As an expanding, multi-campus institution, the Inaugural National Director of People and Culture will manage a staff of four and support 215 full-time and 255 part-time employees, a third of whom work remotely from multiple locations. The projected partnership with PCHS will increase the employee base by an additional 215 people in San Diego and Chicago.
This role will ensure institutional consistency and compliance across multiple states, providing expert guidance on employment law, organizational development, and workplace culture. In partnership with executive leadership, the National Director leads people-focused strategies that strengthen the employee experience, foster organizational growth, and align with the University’s mission, vision, values, and strategic plan.
Remote Opportunity: This position will require building strong relationships across the campus and nationally. Candidates for this position will have the option to work on campus, hybrid, or in a fully remote capacity. Travel to the main campus in Whittier and to future learning sites to build relationships and attend key events and meetings is expected. Travel costs will be budgeted for and covered by the University. Preferred base locations include the Los Angeles metro area, San Diego, Phoenix, or Chicago.
To Apply:
Confidential review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled; parties who apply by January 11, 2025 will be given first consideration. Please submit a PDF version of your resume and cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for this position. Refer to our blog on strengthening application materials and letters of interest here.
For more information please contact:
Andrea Martinez
Senior Consultant
Summit Search Solutions, Inc.
Direct: (919) 357-8766
amartinez@summitsearchsolutions.com
Salary Range: The broad range is $160,000 to $180,000. This is a newly created position and, as such, compensation will reflect the individual’s depth of knowledge and experience.
Southern California University of Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. Members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
Southern California University of Health Sciences seeks a National Director of People and Culture
Click here to view full position profile: https://summitsearchsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/SCU_Natl_Dir_People_Culture_Profile.pdf
Location: Whittier, California (Remote & Hybrid Options)
The Position:
The National Director of People and Culture serves as the senior leader responsible for the strategic direction, development, and execution of the University’s people operations, culture, and compliance functions. The Director oversees all aspects of human resources, including talent acquisition, compensation, benefits, employee relations, training and development, and HR systems administration. As an expanding, multi-campus institution, the Inaugural National Director of People and Culture will manage a staff of four and support 215 full-time and 255 part-time employees, a third of whom work remotely from multiple locations. The projected partnership with PCHS will increase the employee base by an additional 215 people in San Diego and Chicago.
This role will ensure institutional consistency and compliance across multiple states, providing expert guidance on employment law, organizational development, and workplace culture. In partnership with executive leadership, the National Director leads people-focused strategies that strengthen the employee experience, foster organizational growth, and align with the University’s mission, vision, values, and strategic plan.
Remote Opportunity: This position will require building strong relationships across the campus and nationally. Candidates for this position will have the option to work on campus, hybrid, or in a fully remote capacity. Travel to the main campus in Whittier and to future learning sites to build relationships and attend key events and meetings is expected. Travel costs will be budgeted for and covered by the University. Preferred base locations include the Los Angeles metro area, San Diego, Phoenix, or Chicago.
To Apply:
Confidential review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled; parties who apply by January 11, 2025 will be given first consideration. Please submit a PDF version of your resume and cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for this position. Refer to our blog on strengthening application materials and letters of interest here.
For more information please contact:
Andrea Martinez
Senior Consultant
Summit Search Solutions, Inc.
Direct: (919) 357-8766
amartinez@summitsearchsolutions.com
Salary Range: The broad range is $160,000 to $180,000. This is a newly created position and, as such, compensation will reflect the individual’s depth of knowledge and experience.
Southern California University of Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. Members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
Institution: Southern California University of Health Sciences
This is a full time position
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