Establish priorities, coordinate workflows, and support the
effective delivery of various employee related services.
Contribute to departmental projects, initiatives, and
continuous improvement efforts.
Conduct workplace investigations and support disciplinary
processes in accordance with established policies, procedures, and
applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Provide consultation and guidance to supervisors and employees
on a wide range of employee relations matters such as performance
management, workplace concerns and policy interpretation.
Resolve workplace conflicts by facilitating discussions,
recommending solutions, and ensuring issues are handled with
fairness and confidentiality.
Develop and deliver training in partnership with the CHRO on
leadership, employee relations, performance management, workplace
expectations, and policy and regulatory compliance.
Build and guide processes for employment-related functions such
as benefits, payroll, and recruitment administration.
Exercise exceptional judgment and uphold the highest standards
of ethics, professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality when
handling sensitive and complex matters.
Salary: $90,000 - $95,000 commensurate with experience. SUNY
Oneonta is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying
employer. Information on SUNY's comprehensive benefits offerings
can be found at
https://www.suny.edu/benefits . Visa sponsorship is
not available for this position.
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited
institution.
- Minimum of 6 years' progressive Human Resources experience,
with at least 4 years' HR experience at the mid/high management
level, leading, supervising, or coordinating the work of other
human resources staff members.
- Demonstrated experience conducting workplace
investigations.
- Highly effective written and oral communication skills.
- Impeccable confidentiality and ethical standards.
Additional :
- Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment law, and
compliance requirements.
- Evidence of outstanding cultural competency and working
successfully with employees from varied backgrounds in the
workplace.
- Deep experience with employee relations and sensitive workplace
matters.
- Extensive knowledge of, and ability to understand and apply
employment laws, regulations, policies, and collective bargaining
agreements.
Preferred:
- Current PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, or similar HR
certification.
- Master's degree in human resources, business administration,
social sciences, labor relations, public administration, or other
related discipline.
- Experience supporting payroll and/or benefits
administration.
- Experience developing and delivering employee related training
programs.
Additional Information:
SUNY Oneonta enrolls about 5,500 students who pursue bachelor's or
master's degrees or certificates in one of 70-plus academic
programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values
inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing
community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and
live purposefully.
The university is located in the City of Oneonta, nestled in the
northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains about a four-hour
drive from New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. With a
population just shy of 14,000, Oneonta is one of the 20 Most
Picturesque Small Towns in America, according to Microsoft News.
The natural beauty of the region is breathtaking year-round. Each
season offers outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, boating,
swimming, and skiing. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for
work/life balance, management, and culture. The university's
indeed.com rating is 4.4, with one recent review noting that the
people are what make SUNY Oneonta so special.
SUNY Oneonta values a diverse university community. Please visit
our website on diversity at:
https://suny.oneonta.edu/diversity . Moreover, the
University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and protected
veterans are encouraged to apply.
"At SUNY Oneonta, we believe
that diversity is an asset and a source of strength that energizes
our collective growth and innovation." - President Alberto
Cardelle.
Application Instructions:
To apply online go to: http://oneonta.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=205366
. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and contact information for
three professional references (required).
For full consideration, applications should be submitted by
October 10, 2026 .
For other employment and regional opportunities, please visit our
website at:
https://suny.oneonta.edu/about-oneonta/employment
.
