Assistant Director of Employment and Labor Relations

Finger Lakes Community College (FLCC), affiliated with The State University of New York (SUNY), is currently recruiting for an Assistant Director of Employment and Labor Relations. We are searching for a seasoned human resources professional who is highly skilled in handling sensitive employee matters and relies on best practices in all areas of expertise.

FLCC offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits and retirement options which include the New York State Employees Retirement System , SUNY Optional Retirement Program (SUNY ORP) and New York State Teachers Retirement System.

The Assistant Director for Employment and Labor Relations will provide leadership for the labor and employee relations function including preparation for negotiations, interpreting and administering collective bargaining agreements, implementing human resource policies, procedures, and ensuring compliance with legislative/regulatory requirements applicable to FLCC. The Assistant Director promotes equal access and treatment for groups traditionally under-represented in higher education and serves on college committees relevant to the diverse needs of the employee population. Provides leadership, training, coaching and guidance to an HR Generalist who provides professional HR services to College employees and supports the work of the Assistant Director. The Assistant Director leads and coordinates the recruitment process and training and employee development efforts across the College. The Assistant Director also serves as a Deputy Title IX Coordinator

Qualifications : Minimum of seven (7) years’ experience in Human Resources, preferably in employee/labor relations

Educational Background: A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business or related field required; M.B.A. or J.D. or other preferred.

Special Skills: Advanced proficiency and technical aptitude and experience in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, HRIS Systems and other applicable programs. Proficiency with Ellucian Colleague, relational databases such as Access or SQL, and data analytics tools such as Tableau preferred.

Essential Functions: Experience in preparation for bargaining, proposal drafting and working with management to identify issues and subjects for bargaining. Understanding of relevant labor laws including federal, state and local labor, employment and wage laws. Experience in interpreting and administering collective bargaining agreements, proven success in conflict resolution, mediation and human resources management as it relates to employee relations. Contract administration including full complaint management. Ability to handle extremely difficulty or volatile situations/individuals effectively. Training and experience in mediation and conflict resolution preferred. Experience with other HR management areas such as compensation, recruitment, organizational development, operational management, and program/project management.

Applicants interested in applying MUST submit the following documents via online:

1. Resume/Cv
2. Cover letter

This position will be posted until filled.

FLCC is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and strives to provide an environment that embodies these principles. We strive to attract talented personnel from diverse backgrounds and traditions, particularly of race and ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, culture, religion, worldview and physical and mental abilities. As such, applicants from historically under-represented groups are highly encouraged to apply.

Finger Lakes Community College does not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student or applicant for admission based on an individual’s race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identification, gender expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction or any other category protected by law. The College adheres to all federal and state civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in public institutions of higher education.