Overview

Director of Employee Life Cycle & Labor Relations Jobs in Cleveland, OH at Cleveland State University

Leads Cleveland State University’s (CSU) talent life cycle including recruitment, employment, employee, compensation and labor relations and compliance. Manage talent management life cycle efficiencies, process improvements and operational excellence. Leads and manages the efforts of Human Resources Business Partners (HRBPs) and Talent Acquisition and Compensation Team in forecasting current and future workforce needs and other daily responsibilities and provides guidance for delivering exceptional results and exceptional customer service. Provides proactive human capital approaches to challenges and opportunities across the University. Works closely with HR department peers to accomplish short- and long-term human capital strategies. Performs other functionally related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in human resources, labor relations, business, or related field of study.
Five (5) years of professional human resources experience in the areas of employee and labor relations. Must possess experience working in a union environment and leading change management processes.
Two (2) years’ experience successful supervisory/lead experience team of professionals

Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree, preferably in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field
Three (3) years’ experience successful supervisory/lead experience team of professionals
Experience as a Human Resource professional in Higher Education and/or the public sector.
Experience in collective bargaining processes and participation as a member of a collective bargaining agreement negotiating team.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Knowledge of employee and labor relations.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, and decision-making abilities.
Excellent listening skills and precise attention to detail.
Ability to effectively engage with team members when issues arise to ensure appropriate communication and develop effective resolution plans.
Possess negotiation and conflict resolution skills to address issues and opportunities for improvement.
A high level of self-motivation and a flexible approach.
A positive attitude and be able to balance compassion and the ability to make tough decisions.
Ability to make autonomous decisions within the remit of the role.
Possess the ability to effectively plan and coordinate, establish and maintain effective working relationships and prioritize workloads based on available resources.
Possess a high degree of confidentiality to available information.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.

Requisition Number
PT0703611S

Date grant, position, or appointment expires (For Funds Available, Temporary, and Waiver of Posting

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicant Instructions
Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check.
Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted.

Hours per week
40+ as needed

Work Schedule

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Full Time/Part Time
Full Time

Posted Date

Close Date/Application Deadline

Open Until Filled
Yes

Review Begins
05/21/2025

Tentative Start Date
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Title: Director of Employee Life Cycle & Labor Relations

Company: Cleveland State University

Location: Cleveland, OH

 

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