Monmouth University ยท 13 hours ago
Manager of Workforce Planning
West Long Branch, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$85K/yr - $90K/yr
5+ years expMonmouth University is seeking a Manager of Workforce Planning in the Department of Human Resources. In this role, you will lead institution-wide workforce planning and position management efforts, aligning staffing strategies with the University's mission and academic priorities while ensuring a qualified and diverse workforce.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Lead the development and execution of short- and long-term workforce planning strategies aligned with institutional goals and strategic plans
Act as consultant and resource to identify and recruit a qualified, diverse workforce for faculty, staff and administrative positions within the University. Responsible for coordinating all recruitment activities for faculty, administrative and support staff, including but not limited to, assisting with the development, updating and maintenance of job descriptions, postings and advertisements and screening resumes
Analyze workforce trends to identify staffing gaps, succession risks, and future talent needs across academic and administrative units
Support organizational planning initiatives, including restructuring, program growth, and operational efficiency efforts
Manage full cycle recruitment from job description development to onboarding. Develop marketing strategies, define roles and responsibilities of employment team to ensure effective and efficient recruitment life cycle while minimizing cost per hire
Lead and manage the development and implementation of comprehensive onboarding, employee engagement, talent management and retention programs
Conduct exit interviews/offboarding including the distribution of surveys, collection of University property and providing information regarding remaining wages, COBRA and more
Oversee workforce data analysis, including headcount, vacancies, turnover, demographics, and forecasting
Prepare dashboards, reports, and presentations for HR leadership, senior administrators, and campus stakeholders
Ensure the accuracy and integrity of workforce and position data within HR systems
Manage position management processes, including position creation, reclassification, and workforce approvals
Consult with division/department leaders on workforce design, staffing models, and role alignment
Partner closely with Finance to support informed workforce decisions
Administer and support the performance management process, including goal setting, evaluations, and documentation
Guide managers and employees through performance review cycles, ensuring consistency and timeliness
Maintain accurate performance records in HRIS systems in accordance with company policy
Provide coaching to managers on effective feedback and performance improvement strategies
Apply knowledge of unionized environments, collective bargaining agreements, and shared governance structures when conducting workforce planning and position analysis
Ensure workforce planning practices align with labor agreements, institutional policies, and applicable employment laws
Supervise, mentor, and support one direct report, providing guidance, feedback, and opportunities for professional development
Collaborate with HR colleagues in a small, team-oriented office to integrate workforce planning into broader HR initiatives
Participate in cross-campus committees and working groups related to staffing, budgeting, and strategic planning
Oversee and manage all employment verification requests, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and timely responses
Administer unemployment claims and hearings, including documentation preparation, response submissions, and coordination with state agencies
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment and unemployment regulations
Serve as primary point of contact for third-party verification vendors and government agencies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Higher Education Administration, or a related field
PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification
Minimum of 5 years' of progressive experience in workforce planning, HR analytics, institutional research, or a related HR function
Thorough knowledge of federal and state laws as they relate to HR policies, practices and procedures especially in recruitment and employee relations
Able to handle multiple priorities, while working independently and effectively under heavy workloads and during peak periods
Demonstrated experience using data and analytics to inform workforce or organizational decisions
Familiarity with unionized environments, including collective bargaining agreements or labor relations considerations
Prior supervisory or lead experience
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Preferred
Master's degree in a related field
Progressively responsible experience in designing, developing and supporting organization-wide talent management programs that cover recruiting, talent development, performance management and relationship management
Experience in higher education, public sector, or a complex, mission-driven organization
Experience with HRIS platforms, workforce planning tools, and data visualization software
Knowledge of position classification, compensation structures, and budgeting processes in higher education
Benefits
403(b) Retirement Plan (8% employer contribution)
Generous Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Benefits
Tuition Remission for employee upon hire
Tuition Remission for spouse or civil-union partner and IRS dependent after one-year of full-time continuous employment
Employer paid Short & Long-Term Disability
Employer sponsored Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), FSA, Telehealth and more
Company
Monmouth University
Monmouth is a private, moderate-sized, coeducational, comprehensive University founded in 1933.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ralph Bury Pharm.D., CSP C-PT
Adjunct Faculty Pharmacology MARJORIE K. UNTERBERG SCHOOL OF NURSING AND HEALTH STUDIES
Taylor Calicari
Marketing Club President / Founder
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