• • Lead the labor relations process for the University’s seven collective bargaining units and non-represented employees
  • Manage conflict resolution and provide support in complex employee relations matters
  • Engage with the Office of Inclusion, Belonging, and Social Equity on relevant ADA concerns, student/staff concerns, and help support an inclusive, equity-focused environment.
  • Serve as a strategic advisor to the University President and Executive Management Team on all workforce planning efforts
  • Lead the University’s talent acquisition, compensation and position classification processes
  • Partner with the State System’s shared services area to lead payroll, benefits, organizational management and leave programs
  • Develop and manage strategic planning initiatives for the department
  • Interpret and ensure compliance with state and federal statutes and Board of Governors, State System of Higher Education, and university policies relating to human resources and labor relations matters
  • Responsible for the development and monitoring of human resource metrics and the implementation of actions based on those metrics
  • Implement HR technology solutions and processes to streamline HR functions and improve operational efficiency
  • Oversee the University’s performance management program for bargaining unit and non-represented employees, with an emphasis on driving the process to foster a high performance culture
  • Implement a University wide training program by assessing current and future training needs, developing and implementing process improvement training for various departments and monitoring and evaluating the training program’s effectiveness
  • Oversee the continued implementation of system wide compliance training at the University level
  • Coordinate professional development initiatives for employees

 

• Leadership: Ability to inspire, influence, and lead teams across all levels.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to align HR strategies with business goals and adapt to changes in the organizational environment.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong emotional intelligence and communication skills for engaging with employees at all levels.
• Problem Solving: Capable of developing innovative solutions to address complex HR challenges.
• Collaboration: Skilled at working cross-functionally with other leaders to support overall organizational objectives.

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning
• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in human resources with at least five (5) years in a senior human resources role
• Strong Employee and Labor Relations experience
• Demonstrated experience consulting with and advising senior-level executives in broad areas of human resources
• Ability to think strategically while managing operational execution
• Strong HRIS skills

• • Master’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning
  • SHRM-SCP Certification
  • Experience working in a unionized environment
  • Experience in higher education
  • Experience in mediation
  • Experience with SAP

 

11/15/2024

01/17/2025

No

For full consideration, all candidates must apply online at https://jobs.ship.edu with acceptance of materials through January 17, 2025. Materials submitted in other formats including paper applications will not be considered. All applications and inquiries will remain confidential. Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer and, in compliance with federal and state laws and university policy, is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented populations are encouraged to apply.

Shippensburg University employees value teamwork and collaboration, are dependable, take initiative, solve problems effectively, communicate clearly and support organizational change. University employees may work closely with individuals of diverse backgrounds and race, as well as those of differing religious affiliations, sexual orientation and gender. They must possess good interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively with all members of the campus community.