Job no: 497078
Work type: Management (MPP)
Location: San José
Categories: MPP, Human Resources, At-Will, Full Time

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Senior Associate Vice President for University Personnel, the Senior Director, Academic Employee Relations provides San José State University with experienced, collegial, academically-focused leadership in the development and administration of personnel procedures for Unit 3 (faculty, librarians, coaches, counselors) and Unit 11 (TAs, GAs, and ISAs) as determined by requirements of Collective Bargaining Agreements, policies of SJSU, the CSU, and appropriate state and federal statutes. The incumbent provides oversight to the employee relations processes for Units 3 and 11 and performs investigations pursuant to campus policies and CSU Executive Orders. The position will ensure timely compliance to policy and procedures outlined in federal, state, campus and CSU policies. This is a position in the CSU - Management Personnel Plan (MPP), and serves at the pleasure of the President. This position will require adherence to University compliance training such as: Conflict of Interest and Ethics, AB 1825 Sexual Harassment Prevention, Information Security, and Injury and Illness Prevention Program. The person hired for this position may be required to complete an outside employment disclosure statement in accordance with Title V of the California Code of Regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in strategic and organizational planning related to budget, staffing, organization and development.
• Act on behalf of the Senior Associate Vice President in his or her absence.
• Oversee administration of the collective bargaining agreements for Unit 3 (Faculty) and Unit 11 (Academic Student Employees).
• Provide regular training for staff, department chairs, and administrators on the CBAs and policies pertaining to Faculty and ASEs.
• Interpret, develop, and/or disseminate policies related to academic personnel issues such as discipline, recruitment, leaves of absence, immigration, faculty evaluations including range elevation and retention, tenure, and promotion. Provides expert advice regarding these personnel issues to the Sr. AVP and other administrators as well as staff where appropriate.
• Investigate, hear, and prepare responses to grievances in compliance with CBAs.
• Liaise with colleagues in UP, Office of General Counsel, Chancellor’s Office, divisions, departments/colleges, and the California Faculty Association and UAW on academic personnel matters.
• Manage professional staff in the investigation, analysis and implementation of academic employee relations matters including immigration as it relates to faculty.
• Conduct investigations for professional misconduct as necessary.
• Working in conjunction with Title IX Office serve as Deputy Title IX Coordinator, conduct investigations and prepare reports pursuant to CSU Executive Orders with focus on Title IX complaints concerning Faculty.
• Serve as a representative on campus and/or system-wide committees as assigned.
• Participate in the preparation/review of mandated reports/responses to the CSU, WASC, and other internal and external agencies (EEOC, DFEH, OCR) as assigned.
• Serve as work lead for staff assigned to processing grievances, immigration and/or other processes related to Faculty and/or ASEs. Input Key Responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong to expert knowledge of the relevant collective bargaining agreements, SJSU policies, CSU policies, and applicable state & federal labor laws.
• Strong knowledge of the organizational structures of the University, and of current issues in higher education.
• Strong knowledge of basic HR principles in managing and/or directing staff.
• Knowledge of CSU Executive Orders and University Policies.
• Knowledge of communication and data-processing technologies in use on campus.
• Strong interpersonal skills conducive to building and maintaining positive relationships with all constituencies within a diverse multicultural environment.
• Skills in mediation and conflict resolution.
• Ability to present information clearly and effectively, both verbally and in written form.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to provide solutions to complex, system-related problems with sensitivity, tact, and diplomacy.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgment and discretion.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced Degree in labor/employee relations, human resources management, public administration, business administration, organizational planning/policy, or a related field
• Three to five years’ administrative and/or supervisory experience interpreting and/or applying collective bargaining agreements (preferably in an academic environment), including processing grievances, conducting investigations, and demonstrated knowledge of employee contracts
• Bachelor’s degree with 5-7 years administrative and/or supervisory experience may substitute for advanced degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate
• Increasingly responsible professional leadership or management experience in an academic environment
• Specialized training/practice in labor and employment law
• Experience in higher education
• Experience in the California State University system

Compensation

Classification: Administrator III
Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience

San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary.

Application Procedure

Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:

• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• List of References

All applicants must apply within the specified application period: March 5, 2020 through June 26, 2020. This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.

Contact Information

University Personnel
jobs@sjsu.edu
408-924-2166

Additional Information

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was offered the position on a contingent basis.

The standard background check includes: criminal check, employment and education verification. Depending on the position, a motor vehicle and/or credit check may be required. All background checks are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate Background. Some positions may also require fingerprinting. SJSU will pay all costs associated with this procedure. Evidence of required degree(s) or certification(s) will be required at time of hire.

SJSU IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (e.g. H1-B VISAS)

All San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Equal Employment Statement

San José State University (SJSU) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws. This policy applies to all SJSU students, faculty and staff programs and activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus).

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