Associate Director of Human Resources (Labor and Employee Relations)

About CCRI and the Role

Position Title

Associate Director of Human Resources

Department

Institutional Equity & Human Resources

Position Category

Staff - NonClassified

About CCRI

The Community College of Rhode Island is New England’s largest community college, and a nationally-recognized leader in catalyzing student success and achievement for recent high school graduates and returning adults alike.

We provide affordable, open access to higher education, and we deliver on our mission to offer all students the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for intellectual, professional and personal growth.

Diversity is our strength. We champion equity, and we celebrate, support and thrive on the diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives that are represented across our four campuses.

We strive to hire and retain culturally competent faculty and staff whose demographics are reflective of our diverse student body. To learn more about our employees’ values and what it means to work here, learn about our Guiding Principles here .

Posting Details > Special Instructions to Applicants


To apply for this position:

· Complete CCRI’s online application, and attach a cover letter and resume by the closing date.
· If attaching a resume complete with education history and/or employment history, please
disregard these sections within the online application.
· Please include the contact information for three (3) references within the application.
· Finalists will be required to provide official college transcripts.
· Please note that all RI Council of Postsecondary Education employees (i.e., full- and part-time
faculty and non-classified employees) must be fully vaccinated and boosted when eligible. Learn
more about CCRI’s vaccination policy here .

Please contact Human Resources at 401-825-2311 ( TTY : 401-825-2313) if you require assistance with the online application process.

EEO Statement


CCRI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

CCRI prohibits discrimination, including harassment and retaliation, on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, or status as a protected veteran. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination shall be referred to CCRI’s Title IX Coordinator at TitleIXCoordinator@ccri.edu

The Clery Act requires colleges and universities to report campus crime data, support victims of violence, and publicly outline the policies and procedures they have put into place to improve campus safety.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, this position is a generalist in nature and will be responsible for a variety of managerial, technical and confidential responsibilities to support various aspects of human resources administration at the College, with a focus on providing guidance and support to the college’s leadership with regard to labor and employee relations, and on supporting the development of the college’s employees through training, policy development and communications regarding this area of focus, in partnership with Director of DEI and Organizational Development.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Human Resources with planning and administering policies relating to all phases of human resources activities. Identify legal requirements, contract requirements and government reporting regulations affecting human resources functions and ensure that policies, procedures are in compliance. Support the department’s work with classification and compensation, benefits, HR metrics and HRIS reporting. Write and/or communicate directives advising department managers of new policies and/or changes in current policies.
• Interpret and advise staff, faculty and administration regarding contract provisions contained within the various bargaining unit agreements, college policies, personnel policies of the RI Board of Education, and the State Merit System Laws.
• Provide guidance and training on Human Resources policies and practices such as performance management and due process. Analyze and recommend solutions to employee performance issues.
• Assist supervisors and employees with employee relations concerns. Advise management in appropriate resolution of employee relations issues. Investigate complaints, analyze issues and advise supervisors and employees on potential resolutions or next steps.
• May serve as hearing officer in formal grievances/ complaints involving employees under the terms of the union contracts, non-union personnel handbooks, or state and federal discrimination laws and recommend appropriate actions.
• Represents the human resources office on college wide efforts such as strategic planning, the development of goals and objectives, program assessment, etc.
• Assists in monitoring the processing of information related to employment such as hires, promotions, transfers, and terminations.
• Maintains open communications and a strong working relationship with various departments within the State Division of Personnel Administration, State Controller’s Office and Information Processing, as well as all College departments to ensure the timely coordination of activities.
• As needed, design databases, spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, and reports that meet management information needs.
• May assist Sr. Leadership developing job descriptions and specifications. Oversees position audits with HR generalist staff for purposes of determining proper job classification; represent the Human Resources Department at union Appeals Committee hearings.
• Assist in drafting new or refined college policies and procedures Demonstrate a commitment to the philosophy and mission of a comprehensive community college.
• May assist the Director with the day-to-day activities of the office, and serve as the department head in their absence.
• Work collaboratively with others and demonstrate a commitment to a welcoming, productive, collegial, diverse and inclusive environment.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree in related field preferred such as Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resources Management or Labor Relations.
• At least five years of experience managing human resources in a unionized environment performing high-level professional and labor relations duties including but not limited to, handling grievances and participation in contract negotiations.
• Experience in a higher education environment is preferred.
• Demonstrated success in mediating human relations issues and resolving conflict is required.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills essential.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal employment regulations and laws required.
• Proficiency in using MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel required.
• Incumbent must be a self-starter, comfortable working in a busy, and time-deadline oriented office.
• Must have excellent problem-solving skills. Ability to plan, organize and manage projects.
• Must be able to independently analyze and present data and information.
• Must be customer service focused with a helpful and positive attitude.

Competencies and Desired Qualifications

• Significant experience in classification and compensation, recruitment, benefit and retirement administration, AA/ EEO compliance, HRIS reporting, and training and development is plus.
• Knowledge and experience with State of RI Merit System policies and procedures preferred
• Experience with payroll and budgeting processes desirable

Position Details

Position Information

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

FLSA

Exempt

Pay Grade

BOE 14

Salary Information

Salary commensurate with education and experience

Benefits

Full-time employees enjoy an array of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits and Rewards for Wellness Incentives
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• In-State Tuition Waivers
• Legal Care Insurance

For a complete listing, visit: https://ccri.edu/hr/benefits/index.html

Collective Bargaining Unit

Reports To

Director of Human Resources

Permanent/Limited position

Permanent

Position End Date

Academic/Calendar Year

Calendar

Work Schedule Information

Non-Standard; 35 hours per week

Campus Location

Initially located at the Warwick Campus

Civil Service List position

Environmental Conditions

This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Number of Vacancies

1

Application Open Date

05/05/2023

Application Close Date

05/29/2023

Posting Number

SF00904

Quick Link

https://jobs.ccri.edu/postings/4491

Special Instructions to Applicants

Some roles will require finalists to provide official college transcripts and proof of COVID -19 vaccination.

Disability Accommodations

CCRI is committed to ensuring the full participation of all applicants throughout the recruitment process. If you should require an accommodation during the application process, please notify the Department of Institutional Equity and Human Resources prior to the closing of the posting by calling (401) 825-2311.

EEO Statement

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

CCRI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. CCRI prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, marital, citizenship status and veteran status in all employment matters. CCRI espouses that all employees and applicants have a right to equal opportunity in all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

Sexual harassment is a form of gender-based discrimination prohibited by Title IX.

The Jeanne Clery Act requires institutions of higher education to disclose campus policy statements and crime statistics. Reports can be made available upon request.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree?
   • yes
   • no
2. Do you have at least five years of experience managing human resources in a unionized environment performing high-level professional and labor relations duties including but not limited to, handling grievances and participation in contract negotiations?
   • YES
   • NO
3. * In order to improve CCRI's advertising strategy, please let us know where you FIRST learned of this job opportunity. Please be specific when using website or publication names (example: LinkedIN, HigherEdjobs, Chronicle, personal referral, etc.).
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents