Associate Director for Human Resources

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants should be prepared to upload a cover letter and resume. In addition, applicants should supply contact information for three professional references, one of which should be supervisory. References will be contacted at the time of campus interviews.

For guaranteed consideration applications must be received by January 10, 2025.

Please note, this position is designated as Management Confidential and is not represented by a bargaining unit, nor eligible for permanent appointment. SUNY Geneseo offers a generous and comprehensive Benefits Package.

Vacancy Announcement

Position Information

Campus Title	Associate Director for Human Resources
Department	Human Resources & Payroll Services
Position Summary	We are excited to announce the acceptance of qualified applications for the position of Associate Director for Human Resources. We are looking for a skilled, personable, and adaptable leader to join the Office of Human Resources team. Under the direction of the Associate Vice President for Human Resources, this position assists in providing direction and accountability in the execution of human resource services and activities and supervises the functional areas of benefits and payroll for SUNY Geneseo. This position provides primary employee relations support and guidance to supervisors and staff on a range of matters including application of collective bargaining agreements, informal and formal coaching and counseling, performance management, workplace investigations, union grievances, and administers the disciplinary process, as appropriate. Oversees the Colleges performance management system providing guidance for development of performance programs and delivery of performance evaluations for supervisors and employees. Will collaborate with the HR team and key stakeholders to develop and maintain an automated system for performance management tools, including dashboards and reports that provide metrics for supervisors regarding completion rates during evaluation rating cycles. Provides leadership and coaching to immediate direct reports. The Associate Director will supervise the functional areas of benefits and payroll services. The Associate Director for Human Resources assists the AVP for HR with compliance with college regulations, policies, and procedures, along with SUNY, federal and NYS laws. This involves assessing current organizational and HR related policies for their applicability and relevance, ensuring that policies remain current. Assists with the development, review, revision, and implementation of HR related policies and procedures. In alignment with our Community Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, we strive to create a work environment that is affirming for individuals of varying backgrounds. We are committed to building a culturally diverse workplace and strongly encourage applications from candidates of color, candidates with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ candidates, and those with experience working on accessibility and/or inclusion initiatives.
Required Qualifications	Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution At least three (3) years of full-time equivalent work experience in labor and employee relations Documented experience handling minor and complex employee relations (both disciplinary and non-disciplinary employment) actions to include conflict management and/or resolution experience, and ER best practices Tact, discretion, professionalism and strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to maintain high level of confidentiality Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply related federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations Knowledge of principles, practices, and standards of human resource administration Experience supervising staff Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, and in writing Ability to manage a complex workload within a dynamic environment Strong organizational skills to independently manage multiple competing priorities and deadlines effectively Demonstrated commitment in providing exceptional customer service Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
Preferred Qualifications	Prior experience working in the public sector, unionized environment, preferably in higher education is preferred Experience working with an Human Resources Information System (HRIS) system Experience working with automated performance management system SHRM or other HR certification
License/Certification
Other Skills Required
Supervision Received	This position reports to the Associate Vice President for Human Resources
Supervision Exercised	Position will supervise the Benefits Administrator and Payroll Manager

Posting Details

Posting Number	S386
Number of Vacancies	1
Line # to be filled	00038
Full or Part-time	Full-Time
Appointment Type	Administrative
Anticipated Appointment Start Date	02/13/2025
Job Posting Date	12/11/2024
Apply By	01/10/2025
Job Posting Closed Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Salary	Commensurate with experience
Special Instructions to Applicant	Applicants should be prepared to upload a cover letter and resume. In addition, applicants should supply contact information for three professional references, one of which should be supervisory. References will be contacted at the time of campus interviews. For guaranteed consideration applications must be received by January 10, 2025. Please note, this position is designated as Management Confidential and is not represented by a bargaining unit, nor eligible for permanent appointment. SUNY Geneseo offers a generous and comprehensive Benefits Package.
About SUNY Geneseo	Mission Statement We are a distinctive public liberal arts college that welcomes and inspires students to develop their knowledge and skills to build a better world. Our supportive, inclusive community is exceptional in cultivating creativity, engagement, and discovery. We find strength in diversity, joy in growth, and fulfillment in lifelong learning. Vision We will cultivate a distinctive, equity-centered, public honors college experience that propels learners to positively impact society. Values The Geneseo campus community is guided by our beliefs in and commitments to the following values: Learning: Embracing high expectations for intellectual inquiry, critical thinking, scholarly exploration, and personal growth. Creativity: Empowering a spirit of innovation that inspires intellectual curiosity, self-expression, and problem-solving. Belonging: Welcoming a diverse campus community that supports and celebrates different identities, promotes equity and inclusion, and respects the ideas and contributions of each individual. Civic Engagement: Encouraging active participation grounded in self-reflection, empathy, and an ethical commitment to the common good of our local and global communities. Sustainability: Building a culture of well-being that integrates and applies principles of environmental, social, and economic stewardship informed by an understanding of the past and our obligations to the future.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer	SUNY Geneseo is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding students, faculty, staff, and administration. We recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all positions and ensure that all other personnel actions are conducted without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Applicants, students, employees, and other members of the College community (including vendors, visitors, and guests) are protected from illegal forms of harassment or retaliation based upon a protected characteristic. To request accommodation or assistance for job-related duties or the employment application process, please contact the Office of Diversity and Equity at (585) 245-5020 or email ode@geneseo.edu. Find out more about our Community Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion!
Background Investigation Statement	All applicants are subject to drug and criminal background checks. See our full Background Investigation Statement at http://www.geneseo.edu/hr/employment.
Clery Statement	Applicants interested in positions may access the Annual Security Report(ASR) for the College at www.geneseo.edu/police. The ASR contains information on campus security policies and certain campus crime statistics. Crime statistics are reported in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. Applicants may request a hard copy of the ASR by contacting the SUNY Geneseo University Police Department at 585-245-5651.
NY State Executive Order 161	Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.
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Job Duties/Responsibilities

Percentage Of Time	50%
Job Duty/ Responsibility	This position will independently handle/advise on employee and labor relations matters as assigned by AVP for HR. Provide support and guidance to supervisors and staff on a range of matters including application of collective bargaining agreements, informal and formal coaching and counseling, conducts workplace investigations, responds to union grievances, and administers discipline, where appropriate. Completes research projects as they relate to employee and labor relations issues and compiles reports for managerial information purposes.

Percentage Of Time

50%

Job Duty/ Responsibility

This position will independently handle/advise on employee and labor relations matters as assigned by AVP for HR. Provide support and guidance to supervisors and staff on a range of matters including application of collective bargaining agreements, informal and formal coaching and counseling, conducts workplace investigations, responds to union grievances, and administers discipline, where appropriate. Completes research projects as they relate to employee and labor relations issues and compiles reports for managerial information purposes.

Percentage Of Time	10%
Job Duty/ Responsibility	Assists the AVP for HR with compliance with college regulations, policies, and procedures, along with SUNY, federal and NYS laws. This involves assessing current organizational and HR related policies for their applicability and relevance, ensuring that policies remain current. Assists with the development, review, revision, and implementation of HR related policies and procedures.

Percentage Of Time	15%
Job Duty/ Responsibility	Oversees the Colleges performance management system providing guidance for development of performance programs and delivery of performance evaluations for supervisors and employees. Will collaborate with the HR team and key stakeholders to develop and maintain an automated system for performance management tools, including dashboards and reports that provide metrics for supervisors regarding completion rates during evaluation rating cycles.

Percentage Of Time

15%

Job Duty/ Responsibility

Oversees the Colleges performance management system providing guidance for development of performance programs and delivery of performance evaluations for supervisors and employees. Will collaborate with the HR team and key stakeholders to develop and maintain an automated system for performance management tools, including dashboards and reports that provide metrics for supervisors regarding completion rates during evaluation rating cycles.

Percentage Of Time	25%
Job Duty/ Responsibility	Provides oversight and supervision for HR staff who administer the benefits and payroll services functions. Provides oversight for Benefits Administrator who administers health benefits and employee onboarding including completion of paperwork, oversight for the setup, maintenance and terminations of employee accounts on the NYBEAS system. Administers the retirement benefits process as well as performs employee retirement planning, administration and processing of retirement transactions. Oversight for payroll includes for supervising the day-to-day operations of the Payroll Office including the timely preparation of the following biweekly payrolls: Regular State, College Work Study, Student Temporary Service, and Graduate/ Teaching Assistant payrolls. The payroll staff also administer the employee leave management program for medical leaves encompassing FMLA/non-FMLA and Worker’s Compensation processes.

Percentage Of Time

25%

Job Duty/ Responsibility

Provides oversight and supervision for HR staff who administer the benefits and payroll services functions. Provides oversight for Benefits Administrator who administers health benefits and employee onboarding including completion of paperwork, oversight for the setup, maintenance and terminations of employee accounts on the NYBEAS system. Administers the retirement benefits process as well as performs employee retirement planning, administration and processing of retirement transactions.

Oversight for payroll includes for supervising the day-to-day operations of the Payroll Office including the timely preparation of the following biweekly payrolls: Regular State, College Work Study, Student Temporary Service, and Graduate/ Teaching Assistant payrolls. The payroll staff also administer the employee leave management program for medical leaves encompassing FMLA/non-FMLA and Worker’s Compensation processes.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have a Bachelor's Degree?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have three (3) years or more of of full-time equivalent work experience in labor and employee relations?
- Yes
- No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume
Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

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