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The Director, Operations (Human Resources) reports to a designated Senior Director or Vice President and is responsible for managing the Human Resources Division including operational and administrative matters such as talent management, compensation, labor, and regulatory compliance.

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Responsibilities include overseeing and coordinating:

GENERAL:

1. Development and implementation of human resource management policies and programs.
2. Manages integrated human resources information systems including compensation and benefits, training and development, employee relations, and staffing and personnel records.
3. Assists with the development and management of HR budget including participating in vendor selection and monitoring of vendor contracts.
4. Organizational Improvement Initiatives and Internal Communications activities.
5. Prepares well written and thorough documentation, reports, presentations, decision papers, etc.
6. Is able to effectively and timely communicate with all levels of Authority employees.
7. Oversees and develops employee engagement program.
8. Establishes good working relationship with consultants.
9. Handles assigned special projects independently, in a thorough, complete and timely manner.
10. Conducts investigations of Human Resources complaints, as needed.

TALENT MANAGEMENT:

1. Establishment, implementation and administration of all staffing-related activities, including recruitment/hiring of full-time and contingent staffing, civil service, compensation and benefits.
2. Participates in the development and implementation of employee performance evaluation programs.
3. Participates in the development and implementation of employee career ladders to build a strong, competent workforce within the organization.
4. Oversees management of Authority-wide training programs to enhance leadership skills and provide staff and career development opportunities.
5. Sources and procures external contracts for common training needs as defined in the Authoritys annual training plans.
6. Provides centralized planning, scheduling and other training program coordination and support.
7. Develops centralize training database and develops and maintains central training program library.
8. Develops and coordinates succession planning processes throughout the Authority.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

1. Serves as Authority Salary Administrator.
2. Ensures compliance with collective bargaining salary structures.
3. Oversees management of employee health benefits programs including health benefits, pension, deferred compensation, etc.

LABOR RELATIONS:

1. Manages and oversees labor relations, including but not limited to collective bargaining negotiations and administration, discipline, grievances, etc.
2. Ensures a positive labor relations climate consistent with Authority policies, objectives and philosophy.
3. Advises Authority management on progressive employee discipline and oversees employee discipline process for the Authority; oversees the implementation of such policies.
4. Represents the Authority at arbitrations, mediations, unemployment hearings, and other administrative proceedings.

REGULATORY:

1. Ensures compliance with relevant Federal, State and City employment laws, including but not limited to those relating to immigration and naturalization, Equal Employment Opportunity, veterans affairs, Family Medical Leave Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Fair Labor Standards Act, Consolidated Omnibus Reconciliation Act, civil service law and labor contracts.
2. Represents the Authority on applications, proposals or programs before governmental agencies, including but not limited to, the State Civil Service Commission and State Public Employment Relations Board.

Weighted Consideration will be given to candidates with:

1. Strong leadership and management skills.
2. Expertise in all areas of Human Resources.
3. Public/non-profit employment experience preferred.
4. Familiarity with public pension and benefits plans.
5. Familiarity with civil service a plus.
6. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
7. Experience with change management and process improvement initiatives.
8. Working knowledge of Workday a plus.
9. Ability to work independently and respond to time-sensitive issues.
10. Possess strong analytical skills.

Required Qualifications:

1. Baccalaureate degree.
2. Twelve years of full time, administration, experience in human resources, operations, construction, management, administration, or a related field; five years must be in an administrative or managerial capacity or a satisfactory combination of education and experience.

POSTING CLOSING DATE: Until Filled

Civil Service Classification: Non-Competitive

Salary Range: $131,026 - $175,000

Education: Baccalaureate Certifications (if required): Work Experience: Twelve years of full time, administration, experience in operations, construction, management, administration, or a related field; five years must be in an administrative or managerial capacity or a satisfactory combination of education and experience.

It is the policy of the New York City School Construction Authority (NYCSCA) to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, the NYCSCA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.

We offer excellent benefits including:

• Medical (100% employer paid for basic coverage available)
• Prescription drug option
• Dental and Vision coverage
• NYC Qualified Pension Plan
• Optional Retirement Savings Plans including 401K, 457 and IRA options
• Transit Check Program
• Public Loan Forgiveness Program
• Competitive paid time off (PTO) benefits

The SCA is interested in qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States. The SCA is not able to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. We participate in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here:

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