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Mithila Institute of Technology and Management is a premier institution under Milli Foundation, dedicated to academic excellence, innovation, and student-centered learning in the heart of Madhubani, Bihar.Job DescriptionPosition Title: Head – Human ResourcesLocation: Madhubani, BiharReporting To: Managing DirectorEmployment Type: Full-TimeRole SummaryThe Head – Human Resources will lead the HR function across the institution, ensuring effective recruitment, staff development, policy implementation, employee welfare, and statutory compliance. This role is both strategic and operational—focusing on cultivating a professional, inclusive, and performance-driven institutional culture.Key ResponsibilitiesA. Strategic HR Leadership- Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with MITAM’s mission and growth objectives - Advise the senior management and board on workforce planning, talent acquisition, and HR trends - Establish and enforce institutional HR policies, employee handbooks, and codes of conductB. Recruitment & Talent Management- Lead end-to-end faculty and staff recruitment for all departments - Build talent pipelines for academic, administrative, and support roles - Ensure a fair, transparent, and merit-based recruitment process, including interviews, demonstrations, and background verificationC. Performance Management & Appraisal- Design and implement annual performance appraisal frameworks for teaching and non-teaching staff - Coordinate review meetings, feedback sessions, and promotion cycles - Align employee performance outcomes with the institution’s strategic goalsD. Training & Development- Identify training needs and organize staff development programs, workshops, and orientation sessions - Partner with academic and administrative heads to promote a continuous learning environment - Support leadership grooming initiatives for future academic and operational leadersE. HR Operations & Compliance- Maintain and manage employee records, contracts, leave, and attendance systems - Coordinate timely payroll processing with the Accounts Department - Ensure full compliance with statutory requirements (PF, ESI, gratuity, labour laws, etc.) - Prepare and maintain documentation for regulatory bodies such as AICTE, NAAC, and the affiliating universityF. Employee Relations & Welfare- Ensure a positive and healthy workplace culture by addressing grievances and resolving conflicts effectively - Promote inclusivity, wellness programs, and recognition systems - Enforce institutional policies on discipline and conduct fairly and consistentlyEligibility CriteriaEducational Qualifications- Master’s degree in Human Resources, Management, or a related field (MBA-HR preferred) - Certifications in labour law, payroll management, or HR analytics are an added advantageExperience- 5 to 8 years of progressive experience in HR roles, preferably within the education sector - Minimum 3 years in a leadership capacity managing teams or multi-location operations - Solid knowledge of academic HR frameworks, including AICTE/UGC norms and faculty/staff recruitment guidelinesPreferred Skills- Strategic mindset with a proactive leadership approach - Excellent communication skills in English and Hindi - Proficiency in HRMS/ERP platforms for payroll, leave, and attendance management - Strong ethical standards, discretion, and a detail-oriented mindsetSalary Range- Commensurate with qualifications and experience - Performance-based incentives and annual appraisals applicable