Assistant Vice President Academic Labor Relations

Assistant Vice President Academic Labor Relations Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button. Recruitment/Posting Title: Assistant Vice President Academic Labor Relations Department: Office of Univ Labor Relations Overview Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking an Assistant Vice President Academic Labor Relations for the Office of University Labor Relations. This position reports to the Executive Vice President and General Counsel and Associate Vice President and Deputy General Counsel. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Manages the academic labor relations functions of the University. Provides leadership and coordination of academic labor relations at Rutgers. Works closely with the Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs and Chief Academic Officer, the Office of the General Counsel, Rutgers University Human Resources, and Chancellors in planning strategy for contract negotiations and contract implementations. Participates in collective negotiations with academic labor unions, in coordination with the Executive Vice President and General Counsel. Serves as Chief Negotiator, if assigned. Assists with policy development. Handles implementation of new collective negotiations agreements. Manages and oversees all faculty grievances. Provides advice and guidance to all members of the University community regarding compliance, interpretation, and application of the academic collective negotiations agreements and applicable University policies and practices. Provides advice and guidance pertaining to non‑routine academic personnel issues. Directs and conducts complex academic labor relations activities, including, but not limited to collective negotiations issues. Serves as a key member of all academic collective negotiations teams. Works directly with faculty union leaders to resolve complaints/concerns. Develops and presents university‑wide workshops and training sessions. Develops and implements university‑wide policies and procedures. Administers the faculty appointment and promotion process and other processes outlined in the collective negotiations agreement for the University. FLSA Exempt Grade Grade 11 Salary Details Minimum Salary: $165,269 | Mid‑Range Salary: $209,187 | Maximum Salary: $253,104 Benefits Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Master’s degree or law degree and at least five (5) years of experience in labor relations and/or employee relations, preferably in a higher education environment, or an equivalent combination of education and/or related experience. Preferred Qualifications Experience in direct supervision and leading labor strategy. Excellent communication, interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills. System and data knowledge and ability to synthesize, evaluate, and apply data in developing labor strategies, and in the collective negotiations and contract implementation process. Demonstrated leadership, management and problem‑solving skills. Knowledge of labor and employee relations law. Ability to handle sensitive situations and information with discretion. Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter/Letter of Application List of Professional References (contact Info) Optional Documents Optional submissions may include additional supporting materials that strengthen your application. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non‑Discrimination Statement at the following web address: Supplemental Questions * Do you have a Master's degree or law degree and at least five (5) years of experience in labor relations and/or employee relations, preferably in a higher education environment, or an equivalent combination of education and/or related experience? Yes No #J-18808-Ljbffr