POSITION: DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES

LOCATION: HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

JOB SUMMARY: Reporting to and under the general direction of the Associate Vice President for Human Resources, the Director of Human Resources is responsible for the daily management and operation of the human resources department for the university. The Director will coordinate the activities of and provide direction to staff in the talent acquisition, talent management, compensation, HRIS, analytics, and administration areas. The Director will also assume a lead role in the design, communication and administration of human resources programs, policies, and plans.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure human resources activities and programs are properly, timely and professionally delivered to the university.
• Supervise, train, evaluate and ensure human resources staff compliance with policies and procedures governing human resources. Ensure alignment between internal staff departments and HR.
• Review human resources related federal and state guidelines and regulations to ensure university compliance.
• Assist AVP of HR with the development of strategic human resources plans, goals, policies and resource allocation.
• Provide guidance, interpretation and explanation of human resource policies, procedures and matters to university staff. Assist university staff in resolving human resources issues.
• Oversee the talent acquisition process to include approval of salaries for recruitment, consultation with hiring managers on recruiting strategies, and smooth on-boarding of new hires.
• Guide new initiatives surrounding leadership development and learning.
• Oversee the proper administration of job classifications, employee compensation and the appropriate interpretation of union compensation.
• Ensure correct processing of employee payroll and proper operation of time and attendance administration.
• Manage all human resources information technology systems including PeopleSoft and the Applicant Tracking System. Lead HRIS projects and liaison with Information Technology on upgrades and resolution of IT issues.
• Oversees day-to-day office activities involving employee relations and complaints, sexual harassment claims investigations, FMLA, ADA accommodations and resolution to other employee related issues.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in human resources management or related field, or a bachelor’s degree and significant experience and training/certification in human resources area.
• Five years of progressive, professional experience over a broad array of human resources functions.
• Familiarity with human resources law, regulations, practice and theory.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience using an HRIS or related IT system.
• Demonstrated success managing/supervising professional and clerical staff and managing budgets.
• Ability to manage large and/or complex projects and execute deliverables.
• Superior interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with colleagues and senior staff.
• Superior oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to obtain and analyze data, derive conclusions from data, and take appropriate action based on evidence.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and exercise sound judgement.

• Work experience in the public sector or in higher education is highly desirable.
• Professional experience working in a unionized environment.
• Human Resources Certifications such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, CCP, etc.

New Jersey City University is an equal opportunity institution encouraging a diverse pool of applicants.

New Jersey City University is a Tobacco and Smoke Free Campus. For the health of our employees, students and visitors, smoking, vaping, and tobacco use is not permitted on campus. This includes all buildings, grounds and parking lots.

SAME Applicants: Candidates applying under the New Jersey “SAME” program, must include a Schedule A or B letter with other supporting documents (resume, proof of degree, etc.) by the closing date indicated above. For more information, please visit https://nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml, email: SAME@csc.nj.gov, or call CSC at (833) 691-0404

We offer a competitive Compensation and Benefits Package

Cut-Off Date for Filing Applications: OPEN UNTIL FILLED