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Job Summary
The Employee Relations Manager is responsible for administering labor and employee relations programs. The position provides guidance and support to management on collective bargaining agreement interpretation, employee conduct and performance matters, workplace investigations, progressive discipline, and grievance administration. This position also supports employee professional development initiatives through training and workforce education programs designed to promote compliance and supervisory effectiveness.
The Employee Relations Manager works closely with supervisors, department leaders, union representatives, and university administration to ensure consistent application of labor agreements, policies, procedures, and employment laws while fostering positive labor-management relationships.Minimum Qualifications
Applications & resumes will be accepted until the position is filled, however; to ensure full consideration, application materials should be received no later than the end of day on June 21, 2026.
The starting salary range for this position is $76,577.00 - $86,565.00.
This position may be eligible for a flexible hybrid work arrangement, permitting a combination of on-site and remote work, subject to applicable organizational policies, operational requirements, and supervisory approval.
All applications for this position must be submitted via our online application/resume system ONLY. Please do not fax, mail, or e-mail any documentation.
A successful interview, reference checks, background clearances (PA Criminal, Child Abuse Clearance & FBI Clearance), and demonstration of ability are requisite qualifications for all positions.
The University is very interested in hiring employees who have had extensive experience with diverse populations.
Non-Discrimination Statement
Kutztown University does not discriminate in employment or educational opportunities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. To discuss a complaint of discrimination, please contact the Office of Social Equity, Old Main A-Wing, Room 02, by phone at 610-683-4700 or by e-mail at socialequity@kutztown.edu. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Kutztown University does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, including admissions and employment. Any inquiries regarding the application of Title IX at Kutztown University may be made to Bradley Davis, the University’s Title IX Coordinator, located in Old Main A-Wing, Room 01, by phone at 610-683-4782 or by email at titleix@kutztown.edu, or the Office for Civil Rights located in the Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Bldg., 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-1100, by phone at 800-421-3481 (TDD: 800-877-8339), by fax at 202-453-6012, or by e-mail at OCR@ed.gov. Kutztown University’s Sexual Misconduct, Anti-Discrimination, and Anti-Harassment policies can be found in The Key student handbook or online at https://www.kutztown.edu/about-ku/administrative-offices/social-equity.html.
Notice of availability of the Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report
The Annual Security Report and the Annual Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for Kutztown University, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing the KU Clery Compliance Coordinator at clery@kutztown.edu.
The Employee Relations Manager is responsible for administering labor and employee relations programs. The position provides guidance and support to management on collective bargaining agreement interpretation, employee conduct and performance matters, workplace investigations, progressive discipline, and grievance administration. This position also supports employee professional development initiatives through training and workforce education programs designed to promote compliance and supervisory effectiveness.
The Employee Relations Manager works closely with supervisors, department leaders, union representatives, and university administration to ensure consistent application of labor agreements, policies, procedures, and employment laws while fostering positive labor-management relationships.Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 3-5 years of relevant experience. Relevant experience includes experience with labor unions, workplace investigations, workforce training, performance management, or human resources/compliance in a higher education setting.
- Excellent research, problem solving, and conflict resolution skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
- Experience with diverse populations.
- Juris Doctor or master’s degree
- SHRM or other Human Resource certification
- Experience in higher education
- Experience working in a union environment
- Experience developing and implementing workforce training programs.
Applications & resumes will be accepted until the position is filled, however; to ensure full consideration, application materials should be received no later than the end of day on June 21, 2026.
The starting salary range for this position is $76,577.00 - $86,565.00.
This position may be eligible for a flexible hybrid work arrangement, permitting a combination of on-site and remote work, subject to applicable organizational policies, operational requirements, and supervisory approval.
All applications for this position must be submitted via our online application/resume system ONLY. Please do not fax, mail, or e-mail any documentation.
A successful interview, reference checks, background clearances (PA Criminal, Child Abuse Clearance & FBI Clearance), and demonstration of ability are requisite qualifications for all positions.
The University is very interested in hiring employees who have had extensive experience with diverse populations.
Non-Discrimination Statement
Kutztown University does not discriminate in employment or educational opportunities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. To discuss a complaint of discrimination, please contact the Office of Social Equity, Old Main A-Wing, Room 02, by phone at 610-683-4700 or by e-mail at socialequity@kutztown.edu. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Kutztown University does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, including admissions and employment. Any inquiries regarding the application of Title IX at Kutztown University may be made to Bradley Davis, the University’s Title IX Coordinator, located in Old Main A-Wing, Room 01, by phone at 610-683-4782 or by email at titleix@kutztown.edu, or the Office for Civil Rights located in the Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Bldg., 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-1100, by phone at 800-421-3481 (TDD: 800-877-8339), by fax at 202-453-6012, or by e-mail at OCR@ed.gov. Kutztown University’s Sexual Misconduct, Anti-Discrimination, and Anti-Harassment policies can be found in The Key student handbook or online at https://www.kutztown.edu/about-ku/administrative-offices/social-equity.html.
Notice of availability of the Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report
The Annual Security Report and the Annual Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for Kutztown University, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing the KU Clery Compliance Coordinator at clery@kutztown.edu.
Salary : $76,577 - $86,565