Associate Director, HR EE Relations/Benefits/Organizational Development

University Of Nebraska Medical Center; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 127,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska Medical Center seeks an Associate Director to lead HR EE Relations, Benefits and Organizational Development for all campus staff. You will shape employee relations strategies, oversee benefits programs with the campus EAP partner, and drive programs that enhance engagement and policy alignment.

This role directs a comprehensive development program, partners with leadership, and champions continuous improvement across HR services, ensuring compliant, high-quality support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field with relevant post-high school study.
• Will consider related education in lieu of experience.
• Ten years of experience with a minimum of four years supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Directs Employee Relations strategies for academic and non-academic staff.
• Develops programs to support workforce practices and policy alignment.
• Manages a comprehensive employee benefits and wellness program.
• Oversees administration of campus Child Development Center.
• Leads continuous process improvement across HR functions.

Education

Business Administration

Public Administration

HR Management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Associate Director, HR EE Relations/Benefits/Organizational Development

UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location

Location Omaha, NE

Requisition Number

Requisition Number: Staff_14479

Department

Department HR EE Relations & Org Development 50000664

Business Unit

Business Unit Business & Finance

Reg-Temp

Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00AM-5:00PM

Remote/Telecommuting

Remote/Telecommuting Hybrid (part-time working on site, part-time working off-site)

Position Summary

Directs all division functions to drive innovative Employee Relations (ER) strategies forproactive ER support and solutions to academic and non-academic employees at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.

Directs and develops programs and strategies that support effective workforce practices, employee engagement, and alignment with applicable laws and policies.

Directs and manages a comprehensive employee and organizational development program and activities that facilitate the professional development and continuous learning of employees in support of UNMC’s mission, strategic plan, and operating goals.

Directs and manages the overall administration of the campus employee benefits and wellness program, including serving as the campus liaison for the Employee Assistance Program provider, Arbor Family Counseling.

Directs and maintains overall responsibility for the administration of the campus Child Development Center.

Leads continuous process improvement efforts across assigned functional areas to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and service delivery.

Working Title

Associate Director, HR EE Relations/Benefits/Organizational Development

Job Title

Job Title Admin Bus Op Senior

Salary Grade

Salary Grade AB34S

Appointment Type

Appointment Type B1 - REG MGR PROF SALARY

Salary Range

Salary Range $127,300 - $203,700/annual

Job Requisition Begin Date

Job Requisition Begin Date 02/12/2026

Application Review Date

Application Review Date 02/19/2026

Review Date Information

Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education

Business Administration, Public Administration, HR Management or related field. (Will consider additional related post high school education in lieu of required experience)

Required Experience

Employee relations experience of which four years must be supervisory experience. (Will consider additional related post high school education in lieu of required experience)

Required Experience 10 years

Required License

Required License No

Required Computer Applications

Required Computer Applications: Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook

Required Other Computer Applications

Required Other Computer Applications: NA

Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Fully knowledgeable of current employee-management relations and health and safety legislation, generally accepted practices, principles, and related policies. Proficient working knowledge of statistical concepts, methods, and data collection procedures.
• Proficiency in investigatory research techniques, information analysis and critical thinking in the development of valid conclusions, recommendations and courses of action.
• Proficiency in the preparation of comprehensive reports, representing ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and written.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in the performance leadership practices of planning, coaching, and rewarding/recognizing subordinate employees.
• Demonstrated success at exercising considerable judgment and discretion in establishing and maintaining good working relationships.
• Demonstrated past success in demonstrating the University’s valued behaviors in the execution of responsibilities, including: Personal Accountability, Adaptability, Communication, Customer & Quality Focus, Inclusiveness, Occupational Knowledge and Technology Orientation, Team Focus and Leadership.
• Proficient working knowledge of employee benefits programs management including employee assistance programs.

Preferred Education

Industrial/ Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, Public Administration, HR Management or directly related.

Preferred Experience

Benefits administration, change management, continuous process improvement, and higher education leadership experience.

Preferred License

Preferred License: Yes

Professional Certifications from World at Work ( CCP or CBP ) . Professional Certifications from Society of Human Resources Management ( PHR or SPHR )

Preferred Computer Applications

Preferred Computer Applications: Microsoft Project, SAP, Microsoft Publisher

Preferred Other Computer Applications

Preferred Other Computer Applications: NA

Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, HR Management or related field?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have employee relations experience of which four years includes supervisory experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• * If you do have employee relations experience of which four years includes supervisory experience, please elaborate (If No, indicate NA).

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Outlook?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this position?
  • Careerlink
  • Employee Referral
  • HERC
  • Indeed
  • Job Fair
  • Lincoln Journal Star
  • Linkedin
  • Omaha World Herald
  • UNMC Job Site
  • Facebook
  • NEWorks
  • Handshake
  • Other
• * If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Within the past 6 months, have you been affected by a reduction in force or grant funding expiration with the University of Nebraska Medical Center?
  • Yes
  • No

Individuals who need accommodation during the online application or interview process may contact 402-559-4070 or [e-mail] to request an accommodation.