ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, TALENT MANAGEMENT (EMPLOYEE RELATIONS)

Company: University of Washington
Location: Seattle
Posted on: March 28, 2025

Job Description:

If you are using a screen reader and experience any difficulty accessing our web pages, please call 206-543-2544 or email UWHires and we will be happy to assist you.ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, TALENT MANAGEMENT (EMPLOYEE RELATIONS)Job Location Detail: Hybrid Eligible: 3 days in office, 2 days teleworkPosting Date: 03/24/2025Closing Info: Closes On 04/03/2025Shift: First ShiftBenefits: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website.The Associate Director will serve as a leader on University Advancement's People and Culture (PaC) team, overseeing the HRBP program for UA, maintaining the performance and talent management programs and providing expert guidance regarding HR metrics. The Associate Director manages three direct reports.What You Will Do:Strategic Partnership and Operations (40%)

• Maintain a thriving HRBP program for University Advancement by partnering with leadership across UA to assess needs and determine programming.
• Delegate responsibilities to the HRBP team, considering cross-functional needs and priorities, such as talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation analysis, team structure, retention strategy, and employee engagement.
• Oversee the talent management program, which includes performance management, organizational structure, and talent development. Recommend updates and improvements as necessary.
• Partner with the Learning & Development (L&D) team to build strategies for skill development and learning pathways for employees.
• Support University Advancement managers and teams in resolving employee relations issues, performance management situations, and employee engagement, retention, and inclusions.
• Collaborate with the Senior Director of People and Culture to drive continuous process improvements and foster a culture of innovation.Employee Relations (35%)
  • Serve as a business partner to a select group of clients, providing counsel, education, and recommendations regarding performance management, corrective action, complaint resolution, and investigations.
  • Advise clients on federal and state regulations and laws, labor agreements, and UW and UA policies and procedures.
  • Respond to staff inquiries and independently resolve problems in areas such as employment processes, benefits eligibility and calculations, leave administration, compensation, job classification, and employee relations.
  • Support the HRBP team by addressing escalated concerns and providing resourceful solutions to employee relations issues.
  • Provide direction and counsel during the talent review process in collaboration with the Senior Director.Policies, Procedures and Administration (20%)
    • Evaluate organizational practices in compliance with laws, rules, and policies.
    • Develop staffing recommendations in compliance with regulatory requirements while meeting UA operational needs.
    • Interpret, analyze, and disseminate rules, procedures, and policies in HR areas.
    • Identify needs for policy or procedure development and clarification. Write guidelines, procedures, and policies as necessary.
    • Manage, administer, and advise on compliance with federal, state, and UW policies (i.e., FMLA, ADA, WA Ethics compliance).
    • Develop and implement processes, procedures, and tracking mechanisms to ensure accurate and timely information regarding the administration of all policies and procedures.Other duties as assigned (5%)
      • Manage special projects and direct the work of direct reports, as required.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSBachelor's degree and five years of experience in human resources or related field.Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.What You Bring:
        • Proven experience or training in employment law, compensation, organizational planning, organization development, employee relations, safety, training, and preventive labor relations.
        • Ability to interpret, analyze, and apply complex rules and regulations to inform employment-related problem solving and consulting.
        • Innovative approach to achieving results.
        • Ability to resolve conflicts and differences through dialog and open communication in a timely manner.
        • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and protect privileged information.
        • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite for correspondence, reports, spreadsheets, databases, and forms.What You Can Expect:
          • Cubicle/open workspace environment which may result in additional or higher levels of noise and visual distractions.
          • Some evening and weekend hours are required, as necessary.
          • Some local travel may be required.Application Process:The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others.Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
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