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About the Role

Onondaga Community College is recruiting for a Director of Employee & Labor Relations. This role participates in strategic planning, conducts analyses, and develops recommendations to improve quality, efficiency, and talent resources. The Director oversees employee and labor relations, contract negotiations, and administration, implementing HR policies and practices. This position also leads the College's employee engagement strategy to enhance satisfaction, campus climate, and retention.

Responsibilities

Develop, direct, and oversee employee and labor relations functions, including contract administration and negotiations.
Serve as advisor for employee issues and concerns related to collective bargaining agreements.
Lead and manage contract negotiations on behalf of the College.
Serve as the President's representative for all aspects of collective bargaining.
Research and manage all aspects of employment contracts in collaboration with Financial Services.
Maintain historical records and systematic references for contract administration.
Oversee the effective administration of all collective bargaining contracts, ensuring interpretation, understanding, and adherence.
Advise College Administration and management on contract provisions.
Collaborate with the Vice President of Human Resources on compensation, payroll, and benefits administration related to collective bargaining agreements.
Participate in collective bargaining negotiations and dispute resolution processes.
Coordinate grievance procedures for college cases, develop responses, and manage appeals.
Effectively communicate emerging labor relations issues with management and union representatives.
Advise and collaborate with management on human resource policy and work practices.
Research and prepare recommendations on labor management issues.
Analyze collective bargaining agreements to develop interpretations of intent, spirit, and terms.
Prepare actions related to third-party neutrals, including arbitration, mediation, fact-finding, and matters before PERB.
Prepare statistical reports on grievances, arbitration, mediation, and labor relations activities.
Monitor policy implementation regarding wages, hours, and working conditions for contract compliance.
Develop campus-wide employee engagement programs and initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Human Resource Administration, or a closely related field.
Five to ten years of HR experience, including supervisory experience in a multi-functional HR department.
Experience in the public sector of higher education.
Submit a resume and cover letter at time of application.
Three professional references, two of whom must be current or former supervisors, must be listed on the application.
Background check completion is required.
Official transcripts are required upon hire.

Skills

Knowledge of multiple HR disciplines and trends, including employee relations, labor relations, collective bargaining, contract administration, position management, and HR administration principles.
Ability to lead and motivate multifunctional teams.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and formulate partnerships across the organization.
Ability to prepare strategic and financial analyses.
Ability to exercise solid independent judgment.
Ability to implement and lead change.
Bilingual in English and Spanish is desirable.

Location

Syracuse, NY

Work Type

Onsite

Experience Level

5-10 years of HR experience
Supervisory experience

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Human Resource Administration, or closely related field
Master's degree in Labor Relations, Human Resources Administration, Business, or related field (preferred)
SPHR certification (highly desirable)

Salary/Compensations

USD $70,862.00/Yr. - USD $85,000.00/Yr.

Benefits

New York State Local Retirement System (pension) or an Optional Retirement Plan 401(a)
Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance plans
Participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program for eligible borrowers

About the Company

Onondaga Community College is a college of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, sponsored by Onondaga County.
Offers two-year degree programs and certificate programs.
A diverse educational learning community committed to fostering an environment where individuality is encouraged.
Serves the educational and economic development needs of the region with over 40,000 alumni.

Equal Opportunity

Onondaga Community College does not discriminate against any persons of groups based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics or carrier status, military status (including US Veteran status), domestic violence victim status, prior criminal conviction, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Onondaga Community College complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination laws.