Description

POSITION FUNCTION

The Director, Human Resources serves as operations director for Human Resources; oversee day-to-day HR operations; coordinates benefit administration, recruitment efforts, special projects, planning, project development and problem solving; liaison between HR and key internal and external constituencies; provide leadership and supervision of HR operations/staff, and performs other duties as assigned.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administers benefit programs to include analysis and serving as primary contract with benefit providers, workers' compensation, unemployment and retirement plans. 

• Manages open enrollment process
• Ensures accuracy of monthly invoices
• Responds to employee inquiries regarding benefits
• Handles COBRA administration
• Stays current on benefit related laws and regulations to ensure UI&U compliance.

Manages recruitment effort for all exempt and nonexempt employees.

• Conduct full-cycle recruitment of new employees, including placing advertisements, developing contacts with recruiting sources, interviewing,consulting with internal hiring managers and managing orientation and onboarding process. 
• Conducts new hire orientations.
• Handles exit interviews.

Manages Unemployment claims/payments/tax and surety filings within states.

• Timely response to all unemployment claims.
• Includes claims investigation and consultation with third party administrator.
• Ensures accurate payment of invoices.
• Manages requisite surety bond filings and tax compliance for all states in coordination with payroll specialist.

Directs daily operation of Human Resource Office 

• Participates in developing department goals, objectives and systems.
• Supervises Human Resource staff.

Manages Wellness Initiatives 5%

• Leads wellness initiatives.
• Manages and coordinates events.
• Manages Leave of Absence processes/STD/LTD/Life Claims.
• Counsels managers and employees re: LOA processes and policies.
• Reviews and analyzes LOA requests.
• Coordinates paperwork and requests with employees and TPA for STD/LTD/Life Claims.

Oversees Audit of bi-weekly payroll 

Responds to inquiries regarding policies, procedures and programs 

Performs various special projects 

KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND ABILITIES

REQUIRED:

• Knowledge and skills at a level normally acquired through the completion of an Bachelor’s Degree and 7-10 years’ experience in human resources.
• Working knowledge of HRIS systems.
• Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain highest level of confidentiality.
• Excellent skills in organization, attention to detail, and flexibility.
• Professional interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse constituents.
• Advanced knowledge of employment law and regulations including multiple state regulations.
• PHR certification.

NOTE: Full-time. Regular working hours, Monday-Friday. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required.

PREFERRED:

• Master’s Degree

This is a full-time position (35hours per week) that includes a competitive benefits package and flexible work schedule. Union Institute & University is committed to providing work/life balance for its employees. Union Institute & University also offers a tuition waiver to its employees and their dependents, and the opportunity for professional development.
Union Institute & University’s headquarters is located in Cincinnati, OH. It is conveniently located near downtown off I-71 at the Baldwin Center located at Eden Park Drive and Florence Avenue with free parking.
Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodations in the application process should notify the Human Resources Department at 513-487-1181. 

*Union Institute & University, established in 1964, is a private, non-profit university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. 

*Union Institute & University is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. 

The intent of this job description is to provide representative types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

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