Director of Employee Relations

Position Number: 617236

FLSA: Exempt

FTE: 1 = 40 hours/week, 12
months

Department Hiring Range
The salary is competitive and will be determined based on the candidate’s
educational background, relevant experience, qualifications, and demonstrated expertise.

EEO-1 Category
Officials & Managers

SOC Code
11-3121 – Human Resources Managers

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Primary Function of Organizational Unit

Under the
direction of the Chief Human Resources Officer, the Department of Human Resources is responsible for providing a full complement of
employment services to the staff and faculty of North Carolina Central University. Services include employment, employee relations, salary
administration, benefits administration, records administration, leave administration, position classification and compensation, training
and development.

The Employee Relations Office is dedicated to upholding policies and principles relative to employment and
educational experiences for the campus. The office is also charged with the responsibility of ensuring that the University is trained and
compliant regarding applicable Employee Relations policies and procedures.

Primary Purpose of Position

The Director of Employee Relations provides strategic leadership and oversight in the areas of employee relations, workplace
investigations, policy interpretation, and employment compliance. This position advises university leadership on the application of
employment laws, policies, and regulations within both employment and academic environments.

Reporting to the Chief
Human Resources Officer, the Director of Employee Relations partners with faculty, staff, and university leadership to foster a workplace
that is free from discrimination and harassment, ensure equitable treatment of employees, and support a respectful and inclusive campus
community. The Director oversees employee relations matters for SHRA employees, faculty, and EHRA non-faculty employees and supervises HR Consultants.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and
Abilities

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations, including
EEO, ADA, FMLA, and related compliance requirements. They will
have the ability to conduct fair, thorough, and objective workplace investigations and possess strong policy interpretation and analytical
skills. This role requires the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism and discretion, as well as
excellent interpersonal, conflict resolution, and problem-solving abilities. The candidate must also have strong written and verbal
communication skills, including the ability to deliver training and facilitate discussions effectively. Additionally, the individual should
be able to build collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, and university leadership, have experience working with HR systems and
workforce data reporting, and demonstrate the ability to manage multiple priorities while exercising sound judgment in complex employee
relations situations.

Minimum Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business
  Administration, Public Administration, Higher Education Administration, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of progressively
  responsible experience in human resources, employee relations, or workplace investigations, including experience interpreting employment
  laws and HR policies. Supervisory experience preferred.
• A Master’s degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business
  Administration, or a related field may substitute for some experience.

Licenses or Certification required by Statute or
Regulation

N/A

Equal Opportunity Employer

Consistent with the policy
of the State of North Carolina, North Carolina Central University (NCCU) reaffirms that it has been, and will
continue to be, the policy of this University to be an equal opportunity employer. North Carolina Central University is committed to
providing educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination against students, applicants, employees, or visitors based on race, color,
genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran
status. Any individual alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation cannot grieve beyond the University’s internal grievance process.
In keeping with this policy, and to further the principle of equal opportunity, all other personnel matters such as recruitment, selection,
hiring, promotion, compensation, performance appraisal, disciplinary actions, benefits, transfers, separations, reduction in force,
grievance procedures, company-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will also continue to
be administered in accordance with this policy.

Function
Leadership/Human Resources Management

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

• Provide leadership and oversight for
  the University’s employee relations function.
• Lead and manage complex workplace investigations involving allegations of
  discrimination, harassment, misconduct, and other employee relations matters.
• Provide guidance to supervisors and employees
  regarding employee relations concerns, conflict resolution, and interpretation of university policies and procedures.
• Ensure
  consistent and equitable application of policies across the institution.

Function
Policy and Program
Development

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

• Review, develop,
  and update employee relations policies to ensure compliance with federal, state, and university regulations.
• Partner regularly with
  the Office of Legal Affairs to ensure adherence to employment laws and regulatory requirements
• Serve as the University’s ADA Compliance Officer, overseeing the reasonable accommodation process and ensuring compliance with applicable
  regulations.
• Oversee institutional compliance and reporting requirements related to UNC system and Office
  of State Human Resources, FMLA, and other applicable employment laws, ensuring appropriate documentation,
  tracking, and adherence to regulatory standards.

Function
Compliance & Risk Management

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

• Oversee workforce compliance
  initiatives and ensure accurate data reporting.
• Complete and submit the University’s annual EEO workforce
  report and support other workforce compliance reporting requirements.
• Monitor faculty and staff search processes to ensure
  compliance with university, state, and federal regulations.
• Maintain data integrity related to employee relations and compliance
  activities.

Function
Program Supervision and Administration

Describe the specific tasks
and responsibilities related to the function.

• Supervise and provide direction to HR Consultants responsible for supporting
  employee relations functions.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and oversight to ensure effective service delivery, professional
  development, and alignment with institutional priorities.

Function
Organizational & Professional
Development

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

• Develop and
  deliver training programs related to harassment prevention, workplace conduct, ADA compliance, and employee
  relations.
• Support initiatives that strengthen workplace culture, employee engagement, and employee retention. P
• Partner
  with university leadership to identify opportunities to improve workplace climate and strengthen organizational effectiveness.

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