What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Director of Human Resources & Labor Designee position at The City University of New York?
POSITION DETAILS
Medgar Evers College (MEC), a nationally recognized leader in urban-serving education, is one of twenty-five colleges within the dynamic City University of New York (CUNY) system. Named for the late civil rights leader Medgar Wiley Evers (1925–1963), the College's mission is to develop and maintain high quality, professional, career-oriented undergraduate degree programs in the context of liberal education. Located in Central Brooklyn, MEC was established in 1970 with a mandate to meet the educational and social needs of the Central Brooklyn community. The College is committed to a student-centered education and advancing knowledge through scholarly research.
The Executive Director of Human Resources and Labor Designee serves as the College's Chief Human Resources Officer, providing strategic leadership and executive oversight for all human resources and labor relations functions. The Executive Director develops and implements innovative human capital strategies that advance organizational effectiveness, promote employee engagement, and support the College's mission, strategic priorities, and commitment to inclusive excellence. As the College's Labor Designee, the Executive Director oversees labor relations activities requiring the highest degree of confidentiality, sound judgment, diplomacy, and expertise in collective bargaining, employment law, and conflict resolution.
Reporting directly to the President, the Executive Director leads the Office of Human Resources in accordance with CUNY policies, collective bargaining agreements, and applicable federal, state, and local laws. The Executive Director provides executive leadership for workforce planning, talent acquisition, classification and compensation, employee and labor relations, benefits and leave administration, performance management, human resources information systems, organizational development, policy administration, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) compliance, and strategic human capital initiatives. The Executive Director provides strategic oversight of the College's Human Resources programs and serves as the principal advisor to College leadership on workforce strategy, employee and labor relations, organizational effectiveness, and personnel administration, while collaborating with the Office of Academic Affairs and CUNY Central Office on University-wide employment processes.
Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To
Qualifications
This position is in CUNY's Executive Compensation Plan. All executive positions require a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Assistant Administrator
Compensation And Benefits
Salary commensurate with education and experience.
$158,000 - $179,000
CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.
How To Apply
Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.
Candidates must attach a resume, cover letter, and three professional references (name, title, organization, and contact information).
CLOSING DATE
Application materials must be received by November 4, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with review of qualified candidates beginning immediately. The search will remain open until the position is filled.
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Executive
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID: 32525
Location: Medgar Evers College
Medgar Evers College (MEC), a nationally recognized leader in urban-serving education, is one of twenty-five colleges within the dynamic City University of New York (CUNY) system. Named for the late civil rights leader Medgar Wiley Evers (1925–1963), the College's mission is to develop and maintain high quality, professional, career-oriented undergraduate degree programs in the context of liberal education. Located in Central Brooklyn, MEC was established in 1970 with a mandate to meet the educational and social needs of the Central Brooklyn community. The College is committed to a student-centered education and advancing knowledge through scholarly research.
The Executive Director of Human Resources and Labor Designee serves as the College's Chief Human Resources Officer, providing strategic leadership and executive oversight for all human resources and labor relations functions. The Executive Director develops and implements innovative human capital strategies that advance organizational effectiveness, promote employee engagement, and support the College's mission, strategic priorities, and commitment to inclusive excellence. As the College's Labor Designee, the Executive Director oversees labor relations activities requiring the highest degree of confidentiality, sound judgment, diplomacy, and expertise in collective bargaining, employment law, and conflict resolution.
Reporting directly to the President, the Executive Director leads the Office of Human Resources in accordance with CUNY policies, collective bargaining agreements, and applicable federal, state, and local laws. The Executive Director provides executive leadership for workforce planning, talent acquisition, classification and compensation, employee and labor relations, benefits and leave administration, performance management, human resources information systems, organizational development, policy administration, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) compliance, and strategic human capital initiatives. The Executive Director provides strategic oversight of the College's Human Resources programs and serves as the principal advisor to College leadership on workforce strategy, employee and labor relations, organizational effectiveness, and personnel administration, while collaborating with the Office of Academic Affairs and CUNY Central Office on University-wide employment processes.
Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To
- Serves as the College's Chief Human Resources Officer, providing executive leadership and strategic direction for all Human Resources and Labor Relations functions and developing policies, programs, and initiatives that advance the College's mission, strategic plan, and workforce priorities.
- Partners with the President, Cabinet, and senior leadership to develop workforce strategies, organizational structures, succession planning initiatives, organizational effectiveness strategies, and talent management solutions that support the College's strategic goals.
- Serves as the College's Labor Designee and principal advisor on employee and labor relations matters, interpreting and administering collective bargaining agreements; overseeing grievances, disciplinary actions, arbitrations, and other labor relations processes; directing the preparation of labor relations documentation; representing the College in hearings and labor-management proceedings; and serving as the College's liaison to CUNY Central Office Labor Relations and the Office of General Counsel.
- Provides executive-level guidance to managers and supervisors on policy interpretation, workforce planning, organizational change, performance management, investigations, accommodations, conflict resolution, and other employment-related matters, collaborating with Legal Affairs and other institutional partners to ensure the consistent and equitable application of CUNY policies, collective bargaining agreements, and applicable law.
- Provides executive oversight of the College's Human Resources operations, including recruitment and hiring, classification and compensation, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, leave administration, accommodations, separations, personnel records, and human resources information systems, while promoting operational excellence, continuous process improvement, and exceptional customer service.
- Leads, mentors, and develops the Human Resources team by establishing performance expectations, fostering professional growth, promoting accountability and innovation, and ensuring the delivery of responsive, customer-focused HR services to faculty, staff, and administrators.
- Develops, analyzes, and presents workforce analytics and executive reports to support strategic planning, workforce management, institutional effectiveness, regulatory reporting, and data-informed decision-making.
- Provides executive oversight of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) compliance and related employment practices, oversees institutional responses to employment-related matters involving external regulatory agencies, and promotes equitable, legally compliant personnel practices that support an inclusive workplace.
- Partners with CUNY Central Office, Academic Affairs, Legal Affairs, and College leadership to implement University human resources initiatives, ensure compliance with applicable laws and policies, and advance strategic workforce priorities across the institution.
- Represents the Office of Human Resources on College and University committees, strategic initiatives, and executive leadership groups, fostering collaboration, employee engagement, organizational effectiveness, and a workplace culture aligned with the mission and strategic priorities of Medgar Evers College.
Qualifications
This position is in CUNY's Executive Compensation Plan. All executive positions require a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Eight (8) years of full-time, progressively responsible experience in human resources administration, including managerial oversight of programs and services and in supervision of employees.
- Higher education HR experience.
- JD or Master’s degree in Human Resource Management or a related field; SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification;
- High proficiency with HR information systems (e.g. PeopleSoft, Payserv, Workday) and proficiency in MS Office.
- Knowledge of relevant New York State and Federal employment laws and regulations and compliance requirements related to public sector employees, benefits, and employment-related immigration matters.
- Experience working in a unionized environment with multiple collective bargaining agreements
- Exceptional oral and written communication, consultative, collaborative and organizational skills.
Assistant Administrator
Compensation And Benefits
Salary commensurate with education and experience.
$158,000 - $179,000
CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.
How To Apply
Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.
Candidates must attach a resume, cover letter, and three professional references (name, title, organization, and contact information).
CLOSING DATE
Application materials must be received by November 4, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with review of qualified candidates beginning immediately. The search will remain open until the position is filled.
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Executive
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID: 32525
Location: Medgar Evers College