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Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.
For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
University Human Resources (UHR) supports the Rutgers mission as an institution of prominence, preeminent in research, teaching, service, and clinical care. We strive to provide the highest level of customer service in delivering a comprehensive network of programs, services, and expertise to attract, retain, and develop diverse and highly skilled top talent.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Senior Human Resources Consultant for University Human Resources. This position reports to the Director of Business Partner Services. Under the general direction of the Director, the Sr. HR Consultant will independently participate in maintaining and developing relationships throughout the university and assist with administration of University Human Resources’ (UHR) policies, procedures, and processes. In addition to daily resolving a wide variety of complex department – employee – supervisor – and human relations problems, while performing the essential key duties of this position.
Key Duties
- Provides consultative and strategic client service to the university community in human resources matters to include: consultation; policy advisement; change management and resolution; performance management; compensation and classification; recruitment and staffing; training and workplace assessment in accordance with applicable university, state, and federal regulations, processes, policies, procedures and collective bargaining agreements.
- Identifies innovative, strategic and effective approaches to assist departments in establishing and meeting administrative goals and mission.
- Provides assistance in the investigation and resolution of employee issues, and guidance on performance management and corrective action procedures.
- Ensures compliance with contract provisions of staff unions, in consultation and collaboration with Labor Relations.
- Participates in special projects to promote, support, strengthen and expand the strategic role and partnerships with clients.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Position Status
Full Time
Hours Per Week: 40.00
FLSA: Exempt
Position Salary: Up to $100,000
Terms of Appointment: Temporary Staff Appointment - Salaried 12 Month
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Human Resources Management or a related field.
- Five (5) years of experience in all facets of human resource management to include employee and/or labor relations, classification, compensation, recruitment, staffing, performance management, leave administration, training, and compliance with applicable federal and state employment laws, preferably in higher education and/or in a labor environment; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working and negotiating with unions; and being part of a unionized environment.
- Experience in planning, organizing, and analyzing the effectiveness of human resources programs.
- PHR, SPHR, or other Human Resource Management certification.
- Prior experience in the higher education setting is highly preferred but not required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to work in a dynamic, highly sensitive environment; and have excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and prioritize, with thorough attention to detail.
- Demonstrated track record in delivering exceptional client service.
- Ability to navigate complex policies, contracts, and legal mandates to assist clients in achieving organization goals.
- Ability to work well in a team environment and foster a positive, productive, and progressive work environment.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office products and HRIS systems.
Special Conditions
Posting Open Date: 09/11/2024
Posting Close Date: Open Until Filled
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application (optional)