George Mason University
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Director of Employee Relations
Location:
Fairfax, VA
Description:
Department: Human ResourcesJob Category: Administrative or Professional FacultyJob Type: Full-TimeWork Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)Location: Fairfax, VAWorkplace Type: Hybrid EligibleSalary: Salary commensurate with education and experienceCriminal Background Check: YesAbout the Department:The primary purpose of the Human Resources Department is to support the university mission through the development and implementation of policies, programs, and practices that attract, compensate, train, and reward faculty and staff.About the Position:The Director of Employee Relations manages the employee relations function, team, and programs at George Mason University and oversees the criminal background check process. This position partners with critical stakeholders within and outside of the human resources department to ensure effective and efficient employee relations programming. Among other areas, the Director develops and maintains close partnerships with the Organizational Development & Learning (ODL) team to implement overall employee relations strategy, the Senior Leadership Team/designees to handle more complex executive and faculty level employee relations matters, and the Office for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) to ensure successful resolution of employee relations matters. This position is part of the leadership team in Human Resources, helping to drive change, improve processes, and collaborate with multiple stakeholders across the university.Responsibilities: * Supervises employee relations staff and oversees the management of employee relations cases, as well as the criminal background check process; * Provides confidential assistance to university employees and leadership to help identify and resolve work-related problems or proactively avoid potential problems. Advises Provost, Deans, department chairs, faculty, and leaders of administrative areas regarding personnel issues. Provides individual coaching, group consultations, dispute resolution assistance including mediation, and facilitates conversations. Advises supervisors on disciplinary procedures, manages grievances, advises on performance management in general, oversees unemployment claims, makes Employee Assistance Program referrals, and oversees environmental assessments; * Interprets federal, state, and university laws and policies as it relates to employment law and procedures; * Serves on Campus Threat Assessment Team (TAT), in addition to the Emergency Operations Group (EOG), Insider Threat Advisory Group, Faculty Handbook Committee, A/P Faculty Handbook Committee (chair) and other university committees as needed; and * Participates as a trainer in areas of expertise, partnering with ODL, the Provost's Office, and other university partners. Required Qualifications: * Master's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience; * Progressively responsible HR experience including supervision of others, program development, evaluation, and significant work with teams or other cooperative groups; * Knowledge of mediation and other dispute resolution techniques; * Comprehensive knowledge of HR functions, such as compensation, training, policy development, employee communications, work/life balance, and HR information systems; * Knowledge of applicable laws, policies, procedures, and regulations (Title IX, ADA, FLSA, FMLA, Title VII, ADEA, etc.); * Demonstrated strong written and oral communication skills; * Ability to work effectively with diverse populations; and * Ability to handle complex sensitive issues in a professional and confidential manner. Preferred Qualifications: * Terminal degree in a related field; * JD preferred, but not required to be a successful candidate; * Experience in higher education and faculty matters; * Experience with state classified grievance processes and alternative dispute resolution; * Knowledge of typical HR data management and analysis techniques; and * Related professional certification, such as SPHR and/or SHRM-SCP, preferred. Instructions to Applicants: For full consideration, applicants must apply for Director of Employee Relations at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume.Posting Open Date: May 15, 2024For Full Consideration, Apply by: June 10, 2024Open Until Filled?: YesMason Ad StatementMason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason's diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create.If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/!George Mason University, Where Innovation is Tradition.Equity StatementGeorge Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.Campus Safety InformationMason's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at http://police.gmu.edu/annual-security-report/
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