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The City University of New York · 1 day ago

Assistant Vice President for Human Resources

Brooklyn, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$160K/yr - $180K/yr

10+ years exp

The City University of New York is seeking an Assistant Vice President for Human Resources to serve as the chief human resources officer for Brooklyn College. The role involves directing the strategic planning and management of the College's HR programs, ensuring compliance with laws and policies, and leading initiatives in talent management, workforce planning, and employee relations.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the CUNY and Brooklyn College strategic plans and CUNY guidelines for tax levy and non-tax levy employees

Advise the President, SVPFA and senior leadership on workforce planning, organizational design, and HR risk management

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and CUNY policies; collaborate with Legal Affairs and CUNY Central offices as appropriate

Ensure the accuracy and consistency of HR policies, communications, reporting, and metrics; lead the strategic use of HR data by overseeing staff who develop reports, dashboards, and analytics, and apply insights to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement

Oversee health, retirement, tuition waiver programs, and wellness initiatives tailored to a diverse campus workforce

Direct investigations; collaborate with legal counsel, diversity and equity, and union representatives on contract compliance

Consult with administrative and academic managers who need assistance to document employee guidance discussions and performance issues

Oversee the hiring practices for faculty, staff, and executive positions; ensure compliance with CUNY search procedures and diversity recruitment goals

Partner with academic leadership on faculty appointment processes

Collaborate with the Chief Diversity Officer to embed DEI principles into recruitment, retention, and professional development strategies

Design comprehensive onboarding programs that integrate new hires into the campus community and culture, as well as thorough off-boarding programs

Analyze turnover data to implement retention strategies, particularly for high-need subject areas and support roles

Advise on hiring practices and salary determinations to ensure compliance with university policy and contractual agreements

Provide workforce analytics and reporting for audits, accreditation, and strategic planning

Lead HR technology initiatives (CUNYWork/Workday); ensure accurate data, streamlined workflows, and audit-ready documentation

Lead efforts to develop and implement a comprehensive professional development plan utilizing all available resources

Work with all managers and supervisors to ensure professional development for their teams is embedded in their work

Ensure compliance with mandatory compliance training requirements

Supervise and mentor HR staff; manage departmental budget and vendor relationships

Serve on various University and College Committees: Personnel & Budget, Support Staff (HEO) Screening Committee, Labor Management, Workplace Violence Advisory Team, etc

Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Vice President for Finance and Administration

Qualification

Human Resources ManagementHRIS PlatformsLabor RelationsBusiness Process MappingData Reporting ToolsDiversityEquityInclusionInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree

Eight years' related experience

Master's degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business, Law, or a related discipline

Minimum of ten years of progressively responsible HR experience, including at least five years in a senior leadership role

Proven success in unionized, public-sector, or higher education environments

Demonstrated ability to lead large, cross-functional HR teams and drive complex organizational change

Advanced knowledge of HRIS platforms, data reporting tools, employment law, and labor relations

Expertise in business process mapping, redesign, and implementation of scalable systems that promote operational excellence and efficiency

Skilled in using data and metrics to guide strategic planning, assess performance, and inform continuous improvement initiatives

Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills with a track record of building trust and fostering collaboration

Deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and to advancing Brooklyn College's mission

Benefits

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development.

We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off.

Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

Company

The City University of New York

The City University of New York is the nation’s largest urban public university, a transformative engine of social mobility that is a critical component of the lifeblood of New York City.

Founded in 1847

New York, NY, US

10001+ employees