Jane Savage
About Jane Savage
Jane Savage serves as the Associate Vice President of Human Resources at Yale University, a position she has held since 2018. With a background in civil engineering and extensive experience in organizational change, she has successfully modernized labor relations and enhanced workplace culture at the university.
Current Role at Yale University
Jane Savage serves as the Associate Vice President of Human Resources at Yale University, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she oversees various human resources functions, focusing on enhancing employee engagement and organizational effectiveness. Her responsibilities include managing HR strategies that align with the university's mission and goals. Savage's leadership is instrumental in driving initiatives that foster a positive workplace culture and support the development of staff across the institution.
Previous Experience at Yale University
Prior to her current role, Jane Savage held several positions at Yale University. She served as the Director of Best Practices and Labor Relations from 2013 to 2016, where she focused on improving labor relations and implementing best practices within the HR department. Additionally, she was the Senior Director of Human Resources from 2016 to 2018, where she led efforts to modernize the university's relationship with its unions, achieving significant improvements in culture, compensation, and benefits.
Consulting Career and Professional Development
During her consulting career, Jane Savage founded a network of change professionals, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in organizational development. She managed practice standards and professional development for in-house teams of consultants, ensuring that they were equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to facilitate effective change. Her experience in strategic planning and organizational change has contributed to her expertise in human resources.
Educational Background
Jane Savage holds a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Civil Engineering from The Ohio State University. She also earned a Master of Public & Private Management (MBA-Equivalent) from the Yale School of Management, where she studied Business Administration and Management. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both technical and managerial aspects, which she applies in her current role in human resources.
Career at Cornell University ILR School
Before joining Yale University, Jane Savage had an extensive career at Cornell University ILR School. She served as the Director of the Organizational Change Group from 2005 to 2007 and as the Director of the Organizational Change Program from 2004 to 2005. Additionally, she was the Associate Director of Programs for Economic Transitions from 1998 to 2004. In these roles, she focused on facilitating organizational change and enhancing the effectiveness of labor relations.