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Posted: 20-Aug-23
Location: Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
The idealcandidate will join a vibrant and inclusive educational community and have adesire and ability to work with a diverse population.
The AssistantVice President of Human Resources and Payroll will play a significant role in fosteringa vibrant educational community by developing the skills, advancing theprofessionalism, and supporting the needs of the faculty and staff. The Assistant Vice President will oversee theCollege's compliance with state and federal employment regulations and theformulation and communication of relevant policies and procedures. Reporting to the Vice President for Financeand Administration, the Assistant Vice President will be a member of thePresident's Cabinet, and President's Council.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
- Develop and implement a vision and strategic plan for Human Resource policies, programs, and services that advance the mission of the College;
- Serve as internal consultant to the management team, supervisors, and employees on personnel matters;
- Provide leadership in the recruitment of a diverse faculty and staff;
- Facilitate positive relations with collective bargaining units and non-unionized staff;
- Administer collective bargaining agreements and implement personnel policies;
- Serve as Chief Hearing Officer for grievances;
- Develop and implement a plan for employee success and retention;
- Develop orientations for faculty and staff and employee recognition programs;
- Lead the planning of professional development activities;
- Supervise Human Resources and Payroll staff;
- Develop and manage the department's budget, financial, labor, and personnel reports;
- Develop innovative technology solutions to address employee needs and improve Human Resources processes;
- Establish a positive working environment and promote a high level of employee morale;
- Serve as a deputy Affirmative Action officer;
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Vice President for Finance and Administration.
Commitment toEquity:
- Support MassBay's commitment to the Equity Agenda; collaborating with faculty, staff, and students on the College's strategic initiatives dedicated to closing the equity gap related to student outcomes;
- Support MassBay's commitment to being anti-racist; embracing a community free of bias and inequality;
- Contribute to discussion and review of applicable College policies with a critical lens toward diversity, equity, and inclusion;
- Engage with the Office of Diversity on issues related to underserved student success;
- Further the examination of pertinent practices that are culturally responsive and reflective of inclusive perspectives; and
- Engage in conversations with colleagues and students regarding best practices within the discipline or programmatic related to equity and inclusion.
This list is not to be considered all-inclusive. A supervisor may assign other duties as required to meet the needs and foster the mission of the College.
All employees of MassBay are expected to work collegially and collaboratively within a community that values and celebrates diversity.
Required Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Human Relations, Higher Education Administration, or Business Administration, or other related graduate degree;
- Evidence of significant leadership success;
- Six years of progressive management experience in Human Resources;
- Demonstrated success in conflict resolution and mediation;
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, a high degree of sensitivity, and the ability to collaborate, inspire others, and think creatively;
- Proven ability to interact effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Sensitivity and commitment to the goals of Affirmative Action and workforce diversity;
- Experience working in a diverse environment;
- Demonstrated commitment to working with underserved students;
- Two or more years of experience in an educational setting;
- Knowledge of collective bargaining agreements in the public sector.
Additional Information:
Salary Range: $120,000.00 - 140,000.00 Annual Salary
As a Massachusetts State Employee, youare offered an outstanding suite of benefits adding value to your salary.
- Array of choices for health insurance plans to meet individual/ family needs
- Affordable Dental Insurance and vision discount program
- 12 paid State/ Federal holidays
- Generous sick, vacation, and personal time
- Telework option depending on the role/department
- Flexible Spending Plans to reduce your taxable income
- Low-cost basic and optional life insurance
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan, providing a fixed, pre-established benefit for employees at retirement
- Thinking to save more money towards retirement: consider Deferred Compensation plans i.e., 457(b) or 403(b).
- Tuition Benefits for employees and dependents at state colleges and universities
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Eligibility towards Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Free gym and parking on campus
Need more info: https://www.massbay.edu/employment/benefits
Position Type: Non Unit Professional
Application Deadline: September 4, 2023, or thereafter until filled.
To Apply: Please include a letter of interest and resume with your online application.
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Hiring is subject to state appropriation funding.
Final candidates are required to provide sealed transcripts and/or certifications.
Hiring is contingent upon a successful CORI clearance.
Massachusetts Bay Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, Lisa MacDonald, Director of Equity Compliance, lmacdonald@massbay.edu, (781) 239-3147, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.
