Associate Director, Employee Relations

Albert Einstein College of Medicine; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York seeks an HR professional to guide employee relations and policy implementation. The role involves collaborating with managers and resolving workplace issues, along with ensuring compliance with employment laws.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, five to seven years of experience in employee relations, and strong analytical and communication skills. Salary ranges from $125,000 to $135,000 annually. This position requires meticulous attention to confidentiality and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

Qualifications

• Five to seven years of employee relations experience required.
• Experience in conducting workplace investigations is essential.
• Experience in an academic or research setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on absence and performance management.
• Assist in developing HR policies and procedures.
• Work collaboratively with managers and employees.

Skills

Strong knowledge of federal, state and local employment laws and regulations

Outstanding organizational skills

Ability to handle highly confidential information

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong influencing and relationship skills

Outstanding communication, presentation and interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

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 respond 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

• Bachelor’s 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 the 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.