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DIRECTOR OF EMPLOYEE RELATIONS, Human Resources

Boston University

Boston, MAFull-time$120–241K/yrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Compensation
$120–241K/yr
Location
Boston, MA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Certified Labor Relations Professional (CLRP)PHR (Professional In Human Resources)SPHR (Senior Professional In Human Resources)Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Boston University is hiring a DIRECTOR OF EMPLOYEE RELATIONS, Human Resources. The Director of Employee Relations will plan and manage Boston University's employee relations programs, services, and initiatives, supporting the University's Employee and Labor Relations Directorate. This role involves maintaining a positive, productive, and supportive workplace for all employees. The Director will provide guidance to managers, leaders, and Human Resources, and lead the development and application of HR policies, AI in ER, and compliance with labor laws.

Key focus areas include Plan and manage employee relations programs and services, Provide HR policy guidance and support to leadership, and Oversee collective bargaining agreements and compliance with labor laws.

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's In Human Resources Or Related and 10-12 Years Human Resources Or Legal Experience. Important skills include Collaboration, Influential Skills, Communication, HR Acumen In Data Analytics, HR Acumen In Compensation, and HR Acumen In Service Center Operations.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CollaborationInfluential SkillsCommunicationHR Acumen in Data AnalyticsHR Acumen in CompensationHR Acumen in Service Center OperationsPresentation SkillsEmployee RelationsEmployee CounselingPerformance ManagementDispute ResolutionApplicable Employment and Labor LawsAnalytical SkillsOral PresentationWriting SkillsCreativityInitiativeIndependent JudgmentProblem-SolveWorking Effectively With University Human Resources StaffWorking Effectively With ManagementWorking Effectively With Legal StaffWorking Effectively With Individual EmployeesSAPHigher Education Administration

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Higher-Level Degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business, or Related Field10-12 Years Progressive Human Resources or Legal ExperienceSignificant Experience in Labor and Employee RelationsJuris Doctorate DegreeCertified Labor Relations Professional (CLRP)PHR (Professional in Human Resources)SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources)

Full job description

DIRECTOR OF EMPLOYEE RELATIONS, Human Resources

Job Description

DIRECTOR OF EMPLOYEE RELATIONS, Human Resources

Category

Charles River Campus --> Professional

Job Location

Boston, MA, United States

Tracking Code

26500002920701

Posted Date

7/6/2026

Expected Hiring Range Minimum

$120,300.00

Expected Hiring Range Maximum

$240,700.00

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

The Director of Employee Relations will plan and manage Boston University's employee relations programs, services, initiatives, including supporting the University's Employee and Labor Relations Directorate. Will work to support the University's commitment to maintaining a positive, productive, supportive workplace for all employees. The Director of Employee Relations will provide support to the Assistant Vice President for Employee and Labor Relations, as well as provide employee relations guidance to managers and other leaders, as well as to Human Resources. The Director of Employee Relations will provide leadership on the development and application of Human Resources policies, the development and growth of AI in the ER space, as well as providing support on the administration of collective bargaining agreements, University policies and procedures, and compliance with applicable employment and labor laws and regulations.

Required Skills

Qualifications:

  • A bachelor's or higher-level degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business, or a related field is required for this position as is ten to twelve years of progressive Human Resources or legal experience, including significant experience in a position that requires knowledge and application of the principles and practices of labor and employee relations.

  • A Juris Doctorate degree is preferred as is Certified Labor Relations Professional (CLRP), PHR (Professional in Human Resources), and/or SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources) certification.

  • Extensive collaboration and influential skills; proficient written/verbal communication skills; HR acumen in areas of data analytics/compensation/service center operations and ability to identify advanced methods to improve overall operations within each team; SAP knowledge and understanding of higher education administration is highly desirable.

  • Must possess presentation skills to meet with diverse audiences.

  • Demonstrated knowledge of employee relations, employee counseling, performance management, dispute resolution, as well as a knowledge of applicable employment and labor laws.

  • Strong analytical, oral presentation, and writing skills.

  • Demonstrated expertise in the use of creativity, initiative, and independent judgment to effectively problem-solve and produce desired outcomes.

  • A demonstrated ability to work effectively with university Human Resources staff, management, legal staff, and individual employees.

  • Working Conditions or Additional requirements: Functions occur simultaneously; therefore, the employee must be able to appropriately handle each essential function, prioritize them and seek assistance when necessary.

  • These functions need to be performed on a consistent and regular basis, using good judgment.

  • Frequently stand for long periods of time; ability to read on a computer for extended periods of time.

  • Ability to sit for extended periods of time.

*THIS DESCRIPTION IS NOT INTENDED TO BE A COMPLETE STATEMENT OF JOB CONTENT, BUT RATHER TO SERVE AS A GENERAL GUIDE TO THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION. BOSTON UNIVERSITY RETAINS THE DISCRETION TO ADD TO OR CHANGE THE DUTIES OF THE POSITION AT ANY TIME

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Required Skills

Job Location: Boston, MA

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

Salary Grade: $120,300.00-$240,700.00

To apply, visit https://jobs.silkroad.com/BU/External/jobs/316970 (https://apptrkr.com/7301906)

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