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 responds 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 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.