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Salisbury University, a member of the University System of Maryland, is a regionally accredited four-year comprehensive institution offering 62 distinct graduate and undergraduate programs. Located on the historic Eastern Shore, SU's beautiful campus is some 30 miles from the Atlantic beaches and 2.5 hours from Baltimore and Washington, D.C.

Job Summary

The Human Resource and Labor Relations Specialist will provide a broad range of professional employee and labor relations activities including but not limited to: employee consulting, training, conflict resolution, complaint investigation, policy development and interpretation, and the preparation and delivery of related summary reports recommendations.

Authority and Accountability

This position will report to the Director of Employee Experience and will have no direct reports.

Required/Minimum Qualifications

The items listed below are representative of the education, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics required for this position. Please include minimum level of education, degrees required (if any), relevant work experience, credentials, licenses, certifications, special skills, and physical requirements.

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business, or related field.

At least three years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.

Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Thorough understanding of laws, regulations, and guidelines related to HR and contract negotiations.

High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Preferred Qualifications

SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP

SHRM Workplace Investigations Credential

Master’s Degree

Professional training in labor law or collective bargaining

At least five years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Physical Requirements

Campus and travel to various external sites, office environment

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Visit our website www.salisbury.edu/hr/careers/ to apply online. First consideration will be given to applications received by May 1, 2024. The position will remain open until filled. Only applications submitted through Salisbury University's Online Employment Application System will be considered. Any other documents must be uploaded with your online application. No documents will be accepted via e-mail. Three professional references will be requested and required before the final stages of the search. Candidates will be notified prior to references being contacted.

Diversity and inclusion are core values of Salisbury University. We strive to create a truly diverse and inclusive environment where the richness of ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives of our community is harnessed to create value for our institution, today and in the future. To this end, the University recruits exceptional and diverse faculty, staff, and students from across Maryland, the United States, and around the world, supporting all members of the University community as they work together to achieve institutional goals and vision. To learn more about the University’s commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus, please visit www.salisbury.edu/equity/