Job ID: 2026-18157 Employee Classification: Exempt Department: Human Resources Position Type: Regular Full-Time Bronx
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide guidance and support to managers on day-to-day issues that may impact absence management, performance management, misconduct and disciplinary procedures.
Assist in the development, review and implementation of HR policies and procedures and other strategic HR program initiatives.
Work collaboratively with managers, employees and where applicable union representatives in resolving workplace concerns.
Provide collective bargaining agreement and policy interpretation, guidance, and implementation support.
Responsible for monitoring and maintaining the need to update Employee Handbook.
Review and responds to claims for unemployment insurance.
Maintain the Exit Survey Process, analyze data and provide recommendations based on findings.
Maintain and monitor reporting systems, data and records in relation to meeting employee engagement goals.
Assist in the development and execution of opportunities to enhance Einstein as a "great place to work".
Receive, investigate and respond to complaints, including sexual harassment and discrimination. Prepare report of findings and propose recommendations.
Support the design and delivery of employee relations trainings.
Assist and coordinate, as assigned, with employee events across the College, such as the annual appreciation day picnic, annual staff recognition awards and blood drives.
Work on special projects as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in a related discipline required. Master's preferred.
Five to seven years of related employee relations experience required.
Demonstrates experience in addressing employee relations issues, and working directly with managers and employees in addressing same.
Experience conducting workplace investigations, reports of misconduct or policy violations.
Experience in an academic or research setting is a plus, but not a requirement.
Skills and Competencies:
Strong knowledge of federal, state and local employment laws and regulations.
Must have outstanding organizational skills.
Ability to handle highly confidential information in a mature and professional manner.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
Ability to conceptualize and think strategically.
Strong influencing and relationship skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects.
Outstanding communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
