Inside Higher Ed · 1 week ago
Director of Employee Relations
Asheville, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$85K/yr - $95K/yr
5+ years expInside Higher Ed is associated with UNC Asheville, a public liberal arts campus in North Carolina. The Director of Employee Relations will set strategic direction for employee relations, oversee policies and programs, and promote employee engagement across the university.
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Responsibilities
Manages the employee relations program for the university for employees at all levels and classifications
Provides leadership in ensuring best practices on a wide range of employee relations issues; provides advice and guidance on complex and challenging matters
Advises/refers faculty and staff on appropriate grievance procedures, advises supervisors and managers on corrective action procedures, and provides employee relations support to university departments
Facilitates or liaises with investigations into alleged violations of university policies, aid in preparing investigation reports and providing guidance to academic and administrative units on addressing the outcome of such investigations; manages the employee appeals processes
Analyzes and evaluates data on retention and related issues, conducts exit interviews, and provides recommendations and support to management
Maintains the highest levels of integrity, confidentiality, and a commitment to creating an environment in which employees can thrive
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree required
5+ years of progressive relevant experience related to employee relations, labor relations, or labor/employment law with emphasis on employee relation and employee engagement
Preferred
A master's degree preferred
Strong leadership and analytical skills
Experienced mediator/investigator with well-developed conflict resolution skills who can handle sensitive and confidential information in a professional and high-level manner
Thorough understanding of human resources and labor relations principles, practices, and procedures
Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with employees, boards, officials, directors, and other stakeholders
Successful record of creating, improving, and executing programs at small and large scale
Experience consulting and coaching supervisors and management in employee relations concerns
Proven ability to establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships with individuals from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to compose and present comprehensive reports
Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines related to affirmative action and civil rights enforcement
Some experience in higher education, including employee relations experience involving academic faculty is a plus but not required
Company
Inside Higher Ed
Inside Higher Ed is the online source for news, opinion, and jobs related to higher education.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-01-10Acquired
2006-08-31Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Stephanie Shweiki
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