Assistant Vice President, Human Resources - StateJobsNY : Job Details

Manage Human Resources staff (currently a team of four); provide ongoing coaching, guidance, support, and accountability.

Oversee recruitment and retention strategies for all positions, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.

Create, implement, and maintain human resources policies including the employee handbook and collective bargaining agreement.

Advise managers and staff on employee relations matters, including performance improvement plans and disciplinary actions.

Oversee the performance management process including annual performance reviews and 6-Month Check-Ins.

Oversee and contribute to programs that improve workplace culture, employee engagement, and satisfaction.

Collaborate on building thoughtful and effective professional development opportunities to increase human capital capacity within the organization; develop and conduct training programs for staff on HR technology, policies, and best practices.

Oversee benefits administration and time and leave processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance; serve as BPCA's Reasonable Accommodation Office and Domestic Violence Agency Liaison.

Lead the integration of technology into HR operations, including HRIS (currently ADP Workforce Now), to enhance data integrity, productivity, and employee and manager access to self-service options.

Prepare workforce insights reports for leadership, utilizing HRIS data and other resources to support strategic planning and decision-making.

Support diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

Other Duties as assigned.

Demonstrated knowledge of HR best practices, employment and labor laws, and compliance requirements.

Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills are important.

Proven track record of implementing process improvements and leveraging technology to enhance HR functions.

Proficiency with HRIS systems, preferably ADP Workforce Now.

Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field.

Minimum of 810 years of HR experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.

SHRM certification or other relevant HR certification preferred.

Experience with implementing collective bargaining agreements preferred.

Competencies:

Organization and detail orientation

Prioritization and time management

Problem-Solving and resourceful

Situational Reasoning

Skills:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills

Excellent organizational skills and attention to details

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong supervisory skills

Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations

Knowledge of and experience with varied human resource information systems

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

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