Job: Assistant Director, Employee Relations

The Department of Human Resources at Regis University is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Director, Employee Relations.

The Assistant Director is responsible for assisting the Associate Vice President for Human Resources (AVPHR) in planning, strategy development and overall management of employee relations programs. This position develops and recommends new and/or improved policies and plans regarding employee relations while ensuring compliance with all federal, state and local regulations and laws.

The Assistant Director will serve as an advocate for the employee, management and the University by meeting with employees and supervisors to address concerns, explain policies and procedures, and facilitate the resolution of differences. This person will promote direct communication and positive rapport; consult with managers in the use of corrective actions to address job performance and other behavioral issues; investigate a variety of employee related issues, incidents and complaints, resolve disputes and recommend appropriate actions; process employee complaints and grievances in compliance with University policy, as requested, and may conduct group and individual information sessions.

This position ensures effective employee relations communications and works cooperatively in the production and delivery of all related messages and materials; maintains effective working relationships within and outside the University as required to meet performance objectives; strives to continually improve all functional and position responsibilities and activities; actively participates in the HR management team, assisting with the development and realization of strategic plans, goals and outcomes; and assists the AVPHR in policy development and management, training, and compliance and reporting.

Regis University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

A Bachelor's degree is required in Business or Public Administration, Human Resources Management, Industrial/Organizational Psychology or relevant field from an accredited institution of higher education. Additionally, 3 years of supervisory or exempt level experience in human resources is required in employee relations and in one or more of the following areas: employment, benefits, classification and compensation, personnel transaction operations, human resources information systems.