Assistant Director of Human Resources

Assistant Director of Human Resources

The Assistant Director of Human Resources reports to the Director of HR & HR Business Partner and serves as the lead HR professional for two organizations within the Administrative Services and Strategic Executive Team (ASSET); Auxiliary Services (Aux) and Finance & Administration (F&A). ASSET is part of the Finance & Administration organizational unit. F&A is one of the campus's largest and most complex units, with 3 Organizational accountability structures, 18 Divisions, supporting 51 departments. As part of ASSET the Assistant Director serves in a consultative role, supporting the human resources needs of Aux and F&A. The Assistant Director of HR (AD of HR) is responsible for the coordination and delivery of a variety of human resources services in support of organizational management. Advises and provides consultation to management on workforce planning, and oversees two Sr. HR Generalists responsible for compensation and classification, job description development, recruitment, personnel policies and procedures. This confidential position is also responsible for employee and labor relations, including sitting in on labor management meetings, and participating in grievance meetings, collecting information and providing guidance on disciplinary, and other areas of human resources. Serves as the point of contact for a diverse workforce including union represented staff; responds to inquiries, questions, requests and concerns, delegating work as appropriate Gathers and analyzes human resources data as needed. Represents supported organizations and divisions and ASSET Human Resources as an HR professional on campus-wide workgroups and committees, ensuring organizational and departmental needs are appropriately represented and addressed. This position is characterized by a high degree of collaboration and coordination in the delivery of HR services.

The full salary range for the Assistant Director, Human Resources is $93,200 - $174,200 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $135,000 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Candidates must submit a resume and cover letter in order to be considered. Finalist/s will be required to take a skills assessment as part of the interview process.

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required

Advanced degree in related field. Preferred

Experience Requirements

6 - 10 years of related experience. Required

Experience in managing employee and/or labor relations issues. Required

Previous supervisory/managerial experience. Preferred

Certification Requirements

HR Related certifications: Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) or PHR; SHRM-CP, CCP, CALPELRA Master Certification. Preferred

Special Conditions

Must successfully complete a background check. Required

Minimum Requirements

Working knowledge of personnel policies and applicable laws and regulations.

Communicates effectively with a diversity of communication styles.

Makes decisions regarding work assignments and scheduling of subordinates.

Maintains an understanding of the unit goals and how this position supports those goals.

Demonstrated ability to handle difficult or volatile situations/individuals effectively.

Knowledge of human resources concepts, policies and procedures including employment practices, labor relations, salary administration, training and other areas of human resources as well as organizational initiatives relating to and/or affecting human resources.

Preferred Qualifications

Has working knowledge of the university's HR information systems.

Advanced interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills in order to present complex information.

Knowledge of University of California policies and procedures relative to human resources.

Skills and experience in mediation, negotiation, and conflict management skills.

Bilingual in Spanish and English.

In the heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

• UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
• UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
• UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
• Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
• Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
• UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

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