Senior Human Resources Consultant

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Oct 28, 2024

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Senior Human Resources Consultant
Posting Number	24TM0382
Department	UHR Consulting
Overview	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities. University Human Resources ( UHR) supports the Rutgers mission as an institution of prominence, preeminent in research, teaching, service, and clinical care. We strive to provide the highest level of customer service in delivering a comprehensive network of programs, services, and expertise to attract, retain, and develop diverse and highly skilled top talent.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Senior Human Resources Consultant for University Human Resources. This position reports to the Director of Business Partner Services. Under the general direction of the Director, the Sr. HR Consultant will independently participate in maintaining and developing relationships throughout the university and assist with administration of University Human Resources' ( UHR) polices, procedures and processes. In addition to daily resolving a wide variety of complex department - employee - supervisor - and human relations problems, while performing the essential key duties of this position. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Provides consultative and strategic client service to the university community in human resources matters to include: consultation; policy advisement; change management and resolution; performance management; compensation and classification; recruitment and staffing; training and workplace assessment in accordance with applicable university, state, and federal regulations, processes, policies, procedures and collective bargaining agreements. Identifies innovative, strategic and effective approaches to assist departments in establishing and meeting administrative goals and mission. Provides assistance in the investigation and resolution of employee issues, and guidance on performance management and corrective action procedures. Ensures compliance with contract provisions of staff unions, in consultation and collaboration with Labor Relations. Participates in special projects to promote, support, strengthen and expand the strategic role and partnerships with clients. Performs other duties as assigned.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week	40.00
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA	Exempt
Position Salary	Up to $100,000
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment	Temporary Staff Appointment - Salaried 12 Month

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree, preferably in Human Resources Management or a related field. Five (5) years of experience in all facets of human resource management to include employee and/or labor relations, classification, compensation, recruitment, staffing, performance management, leave administration, training, and compliance with applicable federal and state employment laws, preferably in higher education and/or in a labor environment; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Certifications/Licenses
Preferred Qualifications	Experience working and negotiating with unions; and being part of a unionized environment. Experience in planning, organizing, and analyzing the effectiveness of human resources programs. PHR, SPHR, or other Human Resource Management certification. Prior experience in the higher education setting is highly preferred but not required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Ability to work in a dynamic, highly sensitive environment; and have excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and prioritize, with thorough attention to detail. Demonstrated track record in delivering exceptional client service. Ability to navigate complex policies, contracts, and legal mandates to assist clients in achieving organization goals. Ability to work well in a team environment and foster a positive, productive, and progressive work environment. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office products and HRIS systems.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Open Date	09/11/2024
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Cook (RU-New Brunswick)
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement