Aileen Warren, associate vice chancellor and executive director for UNMC’s human resources, has announced plans to leave her position effective Dec. 31.
"This has been a wonderful opportunity," Warren said. "I have enjoyed working at UNMC and am proud of the progress the human resources organization has made. I was able to build on the work of John Russell, the previous HR leader, to help the organization evolve into what it is today. Everything has a season, and it is time to let a new leader come in and build on the work the team and I have done over the past seven years."
"Our human resources department is stronger than ever because of the commitment shown by Ms. Warren and her team on issues involving employee engagement and career development," said UNMC Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, MD. "We are very grateful for her dedicated leadership, knowledge and experience and wish her well."
Under Warren’s leadership, the HR team:
- Moved UNMC’s performance appraisals from a paper to an online system.
- Introduced People Are Everything, an online rewards and recognition program at UNMC and the University of Nebraska at Omaha.
- Remodeled the HR space within the UNMC Administration Center.
- Strengthened the Employee Assistance Program with Arbor Family Services to ensure all UNMC locations have access to EAP services.
- Introduced Reimagining U, the employee learning and development program for UNMC and UNO employees.
- Streamlined HR processes and automated HR forms.
- Facilitated the Step-Up! Omaha program on the UNMC and UNO campuses.
- Assumed responsibility for the UNMC Payroll Department.
- Provided opportunities for professional development and certifications for HR team members.
- Provided many COVID-19 campus resources for employees and managers.
A 13-member search committee, chaired by Mike McGlade, senior associate dean for administration and director of finance in the UNMC College of Medicine, has been formed to begin a formal search for Warren’s successor. Susan Kraft Mann, interim vice chancellor for business, finance and business development, will serve as interim leader of human resources.
Warren joined UNMC on Dec. 1, 2014, as the new assistant vice chancellor for business and finance and director of human resources for UNMC. As HR director, she oversaw employee benefits, the Center for Healthy Living, the Child Development Center, employee relations/organizational development, the faculty/employee assistance program and staffing/compensation/records and HR information technology.
Before joining UNMC, Warren served as vice president of human resources at First Data and in positions at WorldCom and First National Bank of Omaha. She earned her bachelor's and master's degrees from UNO and holds a PHR (Professional in Human Resources) certification. She is a member of several community boards and professional organizations.
Although she is leaving UNMC, Warren emphasized she is not retiring: "I don’t have any solid plans right now, but I still have a lot to offer to the Omaha community and am excited about the possibilities."
Until then, her time is sure to focus on three passions: spending time with her family, especially her two grandsons, traveling and volunteering in the community.
Aileen,
You will be missed, but will leave a great legacy. HAPPY HOLIDAYS to you and your family.
Carol Russell
It has been great working with you Aileen! Best of luck in your next endeavor!
Congratulations, Aileen. We have always appreciated the support you have shown us in Environmental Health and Safety. We will miss you.
Aileen, it has been great working with you over the past seven years. Thanks for all you have done. I wish you the very best.
Wishing you the best in your future endeavors, Aileen. I have appreciated your expertise and leadership during our shared UNMC adventures. I look forward to hearing about your continued success. Omaha is lucky to have your support!
Aileen, your accomplishments have moved our campus forward. Thank you for all the initiatives you have championed during the past seven years. Good luck on your future endeavors!
Thanks for all your hard work and important contributions to UNMC, Aileen. You have made a difference. All the best to you.
We were extremely fortunate to have the opportunity to work and collaborate with you! Wishing you success in your journey.
It has been a pleasure working in HR under your leadership. Best wishes to all your future endeavors. Congratulations on your retirement!
Aileen – You will be missed, most definitely. I have enjoyed getting to know you and working with you. Enjoy your family, those two grandsons and get out there and travel! Do and be with who you love.
Well wishes to you Aileen! 🙂
Good luck Aileen
Excited for this next chapter of your life. Wishing you all the best!!
Best Wishes/you are an incredible professional and so passionate about our community. Thank you!!
Congratulations on an amazing career … enjoy the next chapter in your life!
Wishing you the very best my lifelong friend ❤️
Congratulations on your many accomplishments throughout your career journey! I look forward to learning about your future successes!
Thanks for the nice sentiments everyone. It has been my honor. Wishing you all the best in 2022 and beyond.
Congratulations and best wishes on your next adventure. You are an awesome leader and mentor. I will always be grateful for your support and what I learned from you. You will be missed!
Wishing you the very best Aileen!
Congratulations on a great career and all your achievements Aileen! It was great to work with you when we had the opportunity. Best wishes to you.