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University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science · 4 months ago

Associate Director, Human Resources

University of Maryland Eastern Shore

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$140K/yr - $140K/yr

8+ years exp

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is seeking an Associate Director of Human Resources to assist in managing human resource operations for faculty and staff. This role involves providing leadership in personnel functions, conflict resolution, policy development, and managing HR processes to enhance the work environment.

Higher Education

Culture & Values

No H1B

Responsibilities

Ensures consistent and equitable application of personnel policies and government regulations throughout the University by helping to advise administrators about the applicable policies and regulations and enforcing the personnel rules and regulations of the University

Provide confidential assistance to exempt and non-exempt staff employee in resolving workplace conflicts

Conduct investigations and counsels' employees and supervisors regarding disciplinary and grievance procedures by providing information on personnel policies and regulations, recommending a plan of action, and resolving misunderstandings

Develops and recommends personnel policies, practices, and procedures for approval by the University administration by determining causes of personnel concerns, reviewing and analyzing reports and surveys, applicable regulations, professional literature, and statistical data concerning all aspects of personnel administration

Reviews and analyzes data to evaluate the effectiveness of existing HR processes and recommends improvements or actions as appropriate

Contributes to the enhancement of the quality of the work environment within the University by advising and leading the implementation of various programs and services, managing complex projects, including communicating relevant information about programs and services to all levels of management throughout the University

Designs and develops new HR processes to improve the efficiency of HR operations and administration and recommend new approaches/procedures to effect continual improvement of operations performed

Promotes a positive image of the University by participating in community organizations, as well as national, state and local professional associations

Represents the department and serves as a resource by participating on various University committees

Promotes effective employer-employee relations with bargaining unit employees by helping to provide direction on contract interpretations and may participate in labor negotiations and grievance resolutions with relevant labor representatives and unions

Assists in managing the departmental budget

Remains competent and current on best Human Resources practices through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses as directed by the Director of Human Resources

Contributes to the overall success of the University by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Human Resources ManagementEmployee RelationsWorkdayLabor RelationsPolicy DevelopmentOrganizational DevelopmentSupervisory ExperienceTechnical AptitudeCommunication SkillsTime Management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration or a related field is required

Five years increasingly responsible experience in human resources management is required

Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with all constituencies of a university community, leadership and management skills, and understanding of Workday, and knowledge of relevant federal, state and local government regulations and equal opportunity policies are required

Supervisory experience or experience coordinating the work of employees is required

Aptitude for balancing multiple priorities with strong organization, time management, and prioritization skills are required

Must be a self-starter, comfortable working in a busy and time deadline-oriented office. Computer literacy and technical aptitude are required

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Experience: Eight (8) years of professional human resources experience

Three (3) years of experience supervising or managing professional staff

Knowledge of human resources policies and procedures, and federal, state, and other applicable human resources related laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances

Skill in oral and written communication

Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products

Ability to develop and administer new policies and procedures

Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws