Full Job Description
Job Description:
The Executive Director, Human Resources will provide oversight of the staff, budget, and operations of the Office of Human Resources. The incumbent will work closely with the University President, Vice Presidents, Deans, Directors, and Chairs on all aspects of the college's activities to provide subject-matter expertise and guidance in all areas of human resources and will contribute to the institution's organizational strategic planning goals. The incumbent will be part of the Vice President and Cabinet teams.
In this role, the incumbent will lead with integrity and excellence and will promote and empower a culture where employees own and embrace the highest level of professional and ethical standards. The Executive Director, Human Resources will partner with the Vice President of Institutional Excellence to provide leadership in fostering a climate of inclusiveness, respect, and Title IX Compliance. This role requires the incumbent to be a hands-on leader and to assist in the performance of tasks that are the primary responsibility of their direct reports. The Executive Director is a full-time, twelve (12) month, Management Confidential position.
Title Position Reports To: Executive Vice President and Chief of Staff
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
Ensuring human resources is a center of excellence pertaining to all matters relating to employee engagement, including motivation, development, leadership, and performance management, providing pragmatic, legally sound, best practices, counsel, and where necessary ongoing support, coaching and guidance to leadership.
Developing and directing the strategic planning and long-range goals for the Office of Human Resources and collaborating with leadership to develop long-range, strategic goals for the organization.
Supervise and lead a staff of human resources professionals.
Administering and maintaining labor relations and collective bargaining agreements.
Overseeing all areas of human resources compliance with federal, state, and local laws related to employment and employment activity and compliance with State University of New York (SUNY) and SUNY-OW policies.
Directing the development of training and organizational development programs through subordinate departmental managers and university-wide instructors that address personal, professional, and organizational needs of university employees and departments.
Evaluating departmental procedures to streamline and/or automate processes, improve customer service, reduce paper-flow, and improve human resources data management; plans and implements changes as required.
Managing organizational change to increase employee satisfaction and productivity.
Employ best practices for attracting and maintaining an outstanding and diverse faculty and staff.
Develop and implement effective policies and procedures in all areas of responsibility, including recruitment, onboarding, offboarding, training, retention efforts, affirmative-action, quality-of-life matters, benefits delivery, customer service, separations, and retirements.
Maintain effective communication with faculty and staff regarding human resource issues such as training, development, and performance management.
Work with and across all levels of the organization, including the capability to diplomatically influence executive leadership team members, and to establish and maintain a highly ethical reputation.
Works closely with the following:
- President, Vice Presidents, and Cabinet members.
- SUNY - System Administration, General Counsel's Office, Employee Relations Office and University-Wide Human Resources
- Other SUNY HR Leaders
- Campus Union leaders
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Comprehensive benefits package: Benefits-At-A-Glance
Minimum Qualifications Requirements:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Strong analytical and conceptual skills.
Master's degree from an accredited institution.
10+ years of progressive HR and/or HR leadership experience.
Proven leadership and management experience.
Demonstrated experience and leadership in a culturally diverse environment.
Knowledge of human resources management principles, human resources policies and procedures, analytical, fact-finding, and administrative skills.
Experience with employment law and compliance at the local, state, and federal levels.
Experience with collective bargaining environment and labor relations.
Demonstrated experience consulting and advising leadership on HR programs, issues, policies, requirements, obligations, and opportunities.
Proven ability to solve problems and resolve complex issues.
Demonstrated commitment to a high level of customer service.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and communication skills.
Presentation skills - ability to effectively present information in-person or virtually.
Ability to prioritize workloads according to volume, urgency, etc.
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and extended hours, as needed.
PREFERRED EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
A Doctoral degree, or J.D.
15+ years of progressive HR and/or HR leadership experience.
Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) certification and/or Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI) certification.
Higher education or public-sector human resource experience in senior leadership or supervisory role.
Strong knowledge of SUNY policies and union agreements, including experience with NYS Department of Civil Service classification, staffing, and recruitment.
Experience with HR systems such as SUNY HR, PayServ, NYSTEP, and NYBEAS.
Additional Comments Additional Information:
The successful candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
Position Type: Management Confidential
Salary Range: $130,000 - $145,000 based on experience
Line Number: 05022
Official Budget Title: Director
Campus Title: Executive Director, Human Resources
Department: Office of Human Resources
FTE: Full-time
Negotiating Unit: None
Salary Grade: MP-2
FLSA Status: Exempt
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Tanesha Campbell
Telephone
Fax
Address
Street Must apply online at www.oldwestbury.edu - Jobs & Careers
PO Box 210
City Old Westbury
State NY
Zip Code 11568
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Fill out the requested information and upload your documents.
1. cover letter,
2. resume,
3. contact information (name, email address and telephone number) for three (3) references, and
4. a fully completed Old Westbury employment application (available during the online application process).
Only applications submitted online will be considered.
CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: Open Until Filled
VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.
