Director, Human Resources

Position Title:

Director of Human Resources

Department/School:

Office of Human Resources

Salary/Pay Rate:

$130,000 - $160,000

Job Summary:

The Director of Human Resources provides operational leadership and guidance within the Office of Human Resources and to other managers throughout campus. This position is responsible for managing the entire employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to performance management, as well as handling all aspects of employee and labor relations and immigration compliance. Reporting to the Vice President of Human Resources, this individual will serve as the second-in-command, exercising a high degree of independent judgment and serving as a key advisor and institutional representative in complex matters. The role requires deep understanding of immigration policies and strong expertise in employment and labor law, collective bargaining, dispute resolution, and workforce engagement to ensure a positive and productive work environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role, preferably in higher education and/or a unionized environment.

Essential Functions:

• Lead and manage all labor relations matters including union contract negotiations, grievance procedures, arbitrations, and day-to-day union interactions in partnership with university leadership.
• Oversee employee relations strategy and operations including talent management and engagement initiatives, investigations, performance management guidance, and conflict resolution; ensure compliance with policies, laws, and regulations.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and institutional liaison for employment-based immigration matters including H-1B, J-1, and permanent residency processes.
• Provide expert guidance and support to university leadership and managers on complex personnel matters and change management, fostering fair and respectful resolutions and ensuring compliance with labor laws, collective bargaining agreements, and University policies.
• Analyze and recommend policies, procedures, and labor strategies to improve employee engagement and institutional outcomes.
• Supervise and develop HR staff, fostering a culture of high performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Represent HR in legal proceedings, audits, and with external counsel as needed. Maintain updated knowledge of applicable state and federal laws.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• SHRM - CP/SHRM - SCP or PHR strongly preferred.

Required Application Documents:

Resume, Cover Letter, & Contact Information of 3 Professional References

Benefits:

The position includes a comprehensive benefit package*. Benefits for this position include but are not limited to the following:

• 3 weeks of paid vacation. 4 weeks of paid vacation beginning in the 6th year of employment.
• Unlimited paid sick time.
• 14+ paid holidays per year.
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
• Life insurance.
• Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation.
• 403(b) defined contribution plan:
  
  
  
  • First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%.
  • University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years.
  • Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1% thereafter.
  • Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and 1,000 hours with Marist University.
  
  
  
  
• 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity - Roth option available. Voluntary, up to IRS maximum contribution.
• Tuition Benefits:
  
  
  
  • Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26.
  • University pays 100% tuition only.
  • Eligible dependents may be Reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution.
  
  
  
  

*Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the University.

About the Department/School:

In strategic partnership with the Marist community, the Office of Human Resources is committed to cultivating an equitable and distinctive workplace. We do this through the attraction, development, and recognition of a diverse and talented workforce. Our team provides effective services and solutions in support of the University's mission and core values, including:

• Benefits and Compensation
• Compliance with Federal, State, and Local laws
• Employee and Labor relations
• Learning and Development
• Organizational Development & Strategic Planning
• Performance Management
• Policy Development and Interpretation
• Recruitment and Retention

About Marist University:

Founded in 1929, Marist is a comprehensive, independent four-year institution whose signature educational approach blends the liberal arts with pre-professional studies and emphasizes experiential learning to enrich classroom instruction. With campuses in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., and Florence, Italy, plus over 70 programs offering a variety of international study, Marist is a portal to the world and is devoted to nurturing a welcoming, inclusive community. Through six schools offering almost 50 majors, Marist cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its more than 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students and encourages them to color outside traditional academic lines as they pursue coursework and personal experiences that provide valuable occupational expertise and reflect their individual passions. Marist has been acclaimed a top institution in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse, Princeton Review, and others. To learn more, please visit https://www.marist.edu/about

Type of Position:

Full-Time

Classification:

Administrative (Exempt)

Months per Year:

12

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

Hours per Week:

37.5

Location:

Marist University Main Campus

Number of Position Openings:

1

Equal Employment Statement:

Marist University is committed to creating a diverse workforce on our campus by ensuring that barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. To this end, the University will strive to achieve the full and fair participation of all members of the Marist community.

Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of individuals without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status unless there is a bona fide occupational requirement which excludes persons in one of these protected groups. The University will review its employment policies and procedures to ensure that barriers which may unnecessarily exclude protected groups are identified and eliminated. The University will also explore alternative approaches if any policy or practice is found to have a negative impact on protected groups.

Marist's policy of non-discrimination includes not only employment practices but also extends to all services and programs provided by the University. It shall be considered a violation of University policy for any member of the community to discriminate against any individual or group with respect to employment or attendance at Marist University on the basis of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other condition established by law.