Associate Director, Employee Relations

Associate Director, Employee Relations US-NY-Bronx Job ID: 2026-18157Employee Classification: ExemptDepartment: Human ResourcesPosition Type: Regular Full-TimeBronx POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES * Provide guidance and support to managers on day-to-day issues that may impact absence management, performance management, misconduct and disciplinary procedures. * Assist in the development, review and implementation of HR policies and procedures and other strategic HR program initiatives. * Work collaboratively with managers, employees and where applicable union representatives in resolving workplace concerns. * Provide collective bargaining agreement and policy interpretation, guidance, and implementation support. * Responsible for monitoring and maintaining the need to update Employee Handbook. * Review and responds to claims for unemployment insurance. * Maintain the Exit Survey Process, analyze data and provide recommendations based on findings. * Maintain and monitor reporting systems, data and records in relation to meeting employee engagement goals. * Assist in the development and execution of opportunities to enhance Einstein as a "great place to work". * Receive, investigate and respond to complaints, including sexual harassment and discrimination. Prepare report of findings and propose recommendations. * Support the design and delivery of employee relations trainings. * Assist and coordinate, as assigned, with employee events across the College, such as the annual appreciation day picnic, annual staff recognition awards and blood drives. * Work on special projects as needed. * Perform other related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS * Bachelors degree in a related discipline required. Master's preferred. * Five to seven years of related employee relations experience required. * Demonstrates experience in addressing employee relations issues, and working directly with managers and employees in addressing same. * Experience conducting workplace investigations, reports of misconduct or policy violations. * Experience in an academic or research setting is a plus, but not a requirement.Skills and Competencies: * Strong knowledge of federal, state and local employment laws and regulations. * Must have outstanding organizational skills. * Ability to handle highly confidential information in a mature and professional manner. * Strong analytical and problem solving skills. * Ability to conceptualize and think strategically. * Strong influencing and relationship skills. * Ability to manage multiple projects. * Outstanding communication, presentation and interpersonal skills. Minimum Salary Range:USD $125,000.00/Yr. Maximum Salary Range:USD $135,000.00/Yr.Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities Apply Here PI286751619