Systemwide Advisor for Employee Relations & Regulatory Compliance

Systemwide Advisor for Employee Relations & Regulatory Compliance

Working Title - Systemwide Advisor for Employee Relations & Regulatory Compliance

Role Title - 12 month Administrative Faculty

Role Code - 01126-SW

FLSA - Exempt

Pay Band - 00

Position Number - 261FA005

Agency - VCCS-System Office

Agency/Division - System Office (Div)

Work Location - Richmond (City) - 760

Hiring Range - $120,000 to $147,000

Emergency/Essential Personnel - No

EEO Category - I-Faculty

Full Time or Part Time - Full Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- - Yes

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? - No

Work Schedule - Monday to Friday and as needed.

Sensitive Position - No

Job Description - Virginia's community colleges have a 50-year track record of educational excellence and innovation to serve the needs of our citizens and strengthen the Commonwealth's economy. When Virginia's General Assembly established the Virginia Community College System in 1966, the need for a comprehensive system was well known. Over the two decades after the end of World War II, leaders in government, business, professional sectors, and academia had called for a new approach to providing educational opportunity. A key concern was Virginia's ability to develop a skilled and knowledgeable workforce to expand the state's economy. Today our community colleges give every Virginian the opportunity to gain a quality education. With 23 colleges on 40 campuses located throughout the state, Virginia's Community Colleges are committed to serving Virginia families, helping them acquire the knowledge and skills to seize the opportunities of today and tomorrow.

The Systemwide Advisor for Employee Relations and Regulatory Compliance provides systemwide expertise, guidance, and case management for employee relations matters across all 23 community colleges, the System Office, and the Shared Services Center. This role oversees complex workplace issues, ensures consistent interpretation and application of VCCS and DHRM policies, and leads the coordination of EEOC responses, grievance processes, and high-risk investigations. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing system-wide policies that ensure a consistent employee experience.

Reporting to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Human Resources, the Director strengthens fairness, accountability, and employee success across the VCCS by serving as a trusted advisor to HR leaders, supervisors, and executive leadership.

Essential Job Functions

• Employee Relations Leadership
• EEOC & External Complaint Management
• Grievance Process Administration
• Policy Interpretation & Compliance
• Training, Capacity Building & Systemwide Support
• Data, Reporting & Continuous Improvement

Special Assignments - May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications - Master's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field. Progressive experience in employee relations, workplace investigations, or HR consulting in a complex organization. Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws, including FLSA, FMLA, and ADA, EEOC guidelines and regulations, and HR policies. Experience drafting EEOC responses, conducting complex investigations, or administering grievance processes. Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and sound judgment. Ability to resolve employment related issues before they escalate to grievances, EEOC charges, or litigation. Excellent communication, analytical, and problem solving skills. Ability to build trust and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders across multiple institutions. Proven ability to lead projects, manage competing priorities, and drive systemwide alignment. Demonstrated leadership experience in complex, multi site organizations.

Additional Considerations - Investigative Rigor & Documentation Policy Expertise & Interpretation Equity-Centered Decision Making Conflict Resolution & Mediation Confidentiality & Professional Integrity Relationship Building & Consultation System-Level Thinking & Collaboration

Operation of a State Vehicle - No

Supervises Employees - No

Required Travel - Occasionally for visits to colleges and for VCCS Conferences.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number - FAC_1943P

Recruitment Type - General Public - G

Number of Vacancies - 1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date - 05/20/2026

Job Close Date - 06/15/2026

Open Until Filled - No

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

1. Unofficial Transcripts
2. Other Document
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. Certificate
5. Unofficial Transcript 2