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Director, Human Resources

Employer
New Jersey City University
Location
Jersey City, New Jersey, United States
Salary
Competitive Salary
Date posted
Sep 2, 2024
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POSITION :              DIRECTOR, HUMAN RESOURCES       

LOCATION :             HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

JOB SUMMARY : Reporting to and under the general direction of the Vice President of Administration & Finance, the Director, Human Resources is responsible for the daily management and operation of the H uman R esources D epartment for the U niversity.  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 H uman R esources programs, policies, and plans.   

RESPONSIBILITIES :
  • Ensure H uman R esources activities and programs are properly, timely and professionally delivered to the U niversity.

  • Supervise, train, evaluate and ensure H uman R esources staff compliance with policies and procedures governing H uman R esources.  Ensure alignment between internal staff departments and HR.

  • Review H uman R esources related federal and state guidelines and regulations to ensure U niversity compliance.

  • Create the development of strategic H uman R esources plans, goals, policies and resource allocation.

  • Provide guidance, interpretation and explanation of H uman R esource s policies, procedures and matters to U niversity staff.  Assist U niversity staff in resolving H uman R esources issues.

  • Oversee the talent acquisition process to include approval of salaries for recruitment, consultation with hiring managers on recruiting strategies, incumbent salary adjustments, and th e 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 coordination of timesheet approvals with the Payroll Department and proper operation of time & attendance administration.

  • Manage all H uman R esources systems including PeopleSoft, Taleo and the Applicant Tracking System . Lead HRIS projects and liaison with Information Technology on upgrades and resolution of IT issues.

  • Oversee 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 H uman R esources M anagement or related field, or a B achelor’s degree and significant experience and training/certification in H uman R esources area.

  • Seven years of progressive, professional experience over a broad array of H uman R esources functions.

  • Familiarity with H uman R esources law, regulations, practice and theory.

  • Demonstrated success managing/supervising professional and clerical staff and managing budgets.

  • Ability to manage large and/or complex projects and complete 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 judgment.

PREFERRED :
  • 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, or law degree

To apply for this position, refer to NJCU website at: http://www.njcu.edu/hr/employment

We offer a competitive Compensation and Benefits Package

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

CUT-OFF DATE FOR FILING APPLICATIONS: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Company

New Jersey City University empowers its students through a highly accessible, equity-driven, and transformative education

Established in 1927 as a training school for teachers , New Jersey City University is a culturally diverse public urban comprehensive institution located in the greater New York metropolitan area and is one of seven state colleges/universities in New Jersey. The University offers undergraduate and graduate programs in the liberal arts and professional studies to almost 8,000 students, an expanding Professional Education and Lifelong Learning program, and a significant presence in Distance Education. We have almost 250 Full-time faculty.

Located in Jersey City, N.J., one of the most diverse cities in the nation, and just minutes from New York City, NJCU's College of Arts and Sciences, Education, Professional Studies, and School of Business offer 59 undergraduate degree programs and 31 graduate programs, including emerging and interdisciplinary fields.

NJCU students engage in rigorous applied-learning experiences that include opportunities to study abroad, and cooperative education internships.  NJCU operates two additional campus sites—NJCU School of Business at Harborside Plaza 2 in Jersey City’s financial district and NJCU at Fort Monmouth in Monmouth County.

NJCU provides a superior benefits and compensation package to new employees.

New Jersey City University.

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