Job Title: Director of Employee Resources
PVN ID: VA-1803-002388
Category: Managerial and Professional
Location: OFFICE OF SR. UNIV DEAN FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS

Job Description

General Description

The Office of the Senior University Dean (SUD) for Academic Affairs and Dean of the CUNY School of Professional Studies is seeking a Director of Employee Resources.

The City University of New York (CUNY) is the nation's leading urban public university serving more than 540,000 students in matriculated degree, certificate and continuing education programs at 24 colleges and institutions in New York City. The Office of the Senior University Dean (SUD) for Academic Affairs oversees a wide range of programs and initiatives at the University, including adult literacy programs, service learning, early childhood professional development, collaborative programs with the New York City public schools, workforce development and continuing education, as well as programs such as the CUNY Language Immersion Program (CLIP), Accelerated Study in Associate Programs (ASAP), CUNY Start, and the Early College Initiative (ECI).

 

This is a management position, reporting to the Executive Director of Fiscal Administration. The Director of Employee Resources will exercise independent judgment in planning, implementing, and directing various human resource functions to help achieve the goals and objectives of the unit. Responsibilities include: researching and resolving complex issues, developing policies and procedures, setting priorities, and, in collaboration with the Executive Director, identifying short and long term unit objectives. The incumbent will act as a resource in identifying and supporting various human resource needs in areas including recruitment, employee evaluation, diversity and inclusion, compensation, and job classification.

Other Duties:

  • Liaise with stakeholders including Research Foundation of CUNY (RF-CUNY), CUNY, Senior University Dean (SUD) leadership and staff to ensure timely and effective management as it relates to the unit’s human resources issues.
  • Collaborate with SUD leadership to develop, support and advance the implementation of the unit’s diversity and inclusion strategy, including policies, programs, communications, and action plans.
  • Evaluate, counsel, and assist managers in the development of the Personnel Vacancy Notices for new and/or replacement positions.
  • Partner with SUD leaders to proactively identify organizational challenges and opportunities and make recommendations to address issues.
  • Create and oversee SUD’s performance review processes and ensure ongoing performance conversations occur.
  • Develop and implement procedures for the screening and interviewing of job applicants and implement the use of the training tools developed for the job classification system.
  • Working closely with RF HR and CUNY HR provide comprehensive human resources support for employees, including the management of employee relations and general day to day HR activities.
  • Proactively identify, manage, and/or mitigate internal and external human resource issues and risks.  Manage labor relations issues in accordance with RF-CUNY and CUNY policy.

Other Duties

  • Develop, enhance and maintain a manual of personnel and OTPS procedures and management policies.
  • Promote a culture and build systems that support collaboration and the integration of knowledge and resources across programs.
  • Develop and deliver new-hire on-boarding and engagement processes in partnership with program directors and with assistance of Associate Director of Staff Development and Talent Management.Maintain and enhance diversity in hiring in accordance with RF-CUNY policy and guidance.
  • In concert with SUD staff, the Office of Fiscal Administration, and the Associate Director of Staff Development and Talent Management plan and conduct orientation and further develop training for employees.
  • Ensure compliance with employment-related laws and CUNY and RF policies.
  • Manage, mentor, and delegate work to direct reports.  Provide leadership and coaching to encourage growth and development.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required; a master’s degree in a human resource- related field preferred.
  • Eight years of progressively responsible experience in human resources, workforce development, personnel management, or related field with 3-5 years of leadership experience required.
  • Competence in making public presentations and strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to interact effectively with diverse staff and external partners at all levels.
  • Expertise in handling complex and stressful situations with tact and persuasiveness.
  • Ability to work successfully in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to think strategically and develop programs and plans to achieve organizational goals.
  • Demonstrable success in initiating cooperative working relationships, resolving employee concerns, and making timely and effective decisions.
  • Demonstrated ability to help others succeed using latest information in the human resources field and to maintain ongoing professional development initiatives.
  • Experience in higher education environment preferred.

RFCUNY Benefits

RFCUNY Employee Benefits and Accruals

About the Research Foundation

The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) is a nonprofit educational corporation founded in 1963 to provide post-award fiscal and administrative support for CUNY’s research and sponsored programs. RFCUNY’s services allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries, on projects and programs that serve our local and global communities, proposing concrete solutions to society’s most pressing challenges.

RFCUNY serves as a fiscal agent and works closely with all the CUNY campus Grants Offices to perform the core functions of post-award financial management for CUNY research projects and sponsored programs. These functions include legal assessment and signing of agreements where RFCUNY is named as a fiscal agent; setting up award accounts; preparing sub-awards and assisting PIs in monitoring the work of the recipients of sub-awards; supporting project directors with hiring and managing research project and sponsored program staff; supporting the purchasing and paying for goods and services with grant and program funds; managing financial aspects of projects including accounts receivable, financial reporting, invoicing, budget monitoring, and cost compliance with uniform guidance; ensuring that sponsor financial requirements are met; monitoring compliance with applicable project and financial management rules and laws; supporting the management of independent and external audits and financial reviews; and providing data, information, management expertise, and other supports to CUNY’s research and sponsored programs.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Key Features

Department
Senior University Dean for OAA
Status
Full Time
Annual Salary Range
$90,000.00 - $110,000.00
Closing Date
Jul 05, 2018 (Or Until Filled)
Bargaining Unit
No

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