<p>Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job posting. If you are contacted for such information by these methods, or any other method, please verify the identity of the individual before transmitting such information to that person.</p> <p>Note: For questions about the job posting, please contact the agency that posted this position by using the contact information provided on the "Contact" tab for the position.</p> <p>Review Vacancy</p> <p>Date Posted 05/13/25</p> <p>Applications Due05/25/25</p> <p>Vacancy ID187882</p> <ul> <li>Basics </li><li>Schedule </li><li>Location </li><li>Job Specifics </li><li>How to Apply </li></ul> <p>NY HELPNo</p> <p>AgencyTeachers' Retirement System</p> <p>TitleHuman Resources Director</p> <p>Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management</p> <p>Salary GradeNS</p> <p>Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)</p> <p>Salary RangeFrom $150366 to $169238 Annually</p> <p>Employment Type Full-Time</p> <p>Appointment Type Permanent</p> <p>Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class</p> <p>Travel Percentage 25%</p> <p>Workweek Mon-Fri</p> <p>Hours Per Week 37.5</p> <p>Workday</p> <p>From 8 AM</p> <p>To 4:30 PM</p> <p>Flextime allowed? Yes</p> <p>Mandatory overtime? No</p> <p>Compressed workweek allowed? No</p> <p>Telecommuting allowed? Yes</p> <p>County Albany</p> <p>Street Address 10 Corporate Woods Drive</p> <p>City Albany</p> <p>StateNY</p> <p>Zip Code12211</p> <p>Duties Description The duties of the Director of Human Resources include, but will not be limited to, the following:</p> <ul> <li>Develop and execute HR strategies that support the mission, vision, values, organizational goals and culture. </li><li>Lead, guide and support in areas of recruitment, onboarding/offboarding, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, and compliance. </li><li>Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on personnel matters, offering sound judgment while upholding both the best interests of the organization and supporting the needs of individual employees. </li><li>Maintain and enhance an employee-oriented culture that emphasizes excellence, collaboration, and mutual respect. </li><li>Lead conflict resolution and conduct investigations in a professional, discreet, and legally compliant manner. </li><li>Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws and regulations; proactively monitor legislative changes and recommend necessary adjustments to policies and practices. </li><li>Manage and refine HR processes, systems, and documentation to support efficiency and consistency. </li><li>Maintain positive and productive relationships with union representation; support collective bargaining efforts, ensure compliance with labor agreements and address labor relations matters in a timely and respectful manner. </li><li>Oversee employee lifecycle management, from recruitment through separation, with attention to both process integrity and employee experience. </li><li>Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts across the organization. </li><li>Support change management initiatives with clear communication and structured implementation strategies. </li><li>Supervise and mentor HR team members, fostering their professional growth. </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications Master's degree and eight years' experience working in a role where the main duties included functions typical of a human resources office and five years of direct human resources-related supervisory experience of at least one subordinate, OR;</p> <p>Bachelor's degree and ten years' experience working in a role where the main duties included functions typical of a human resources office and five years of direct human resources- related supervisory experience of at least one subordinate, OR;</p> <p>Associates degree and twelve years' experience working in a role where the main duties included functions typical of a human resources office and five years of direct human resources- related supervisory experience of at least one subordinate.</p> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Broad Human Resources experience including all of the following functions: recruitment, civil service administration, talent acquisition, benefits administration, payroll administration, employee relations. </li><li>Demonstrated ability to build rapport and trust at all levels of the organization, while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries. </li><li>Proven experience navigating sensitive employee relations matters with discretion and confidence. - Strong knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and compliance standards, including Civil Service Law, FMLA, COBRA, FLSA, and ADA. </li><li>Good organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize work and delegate when appropriate in a dynamic and complex environment to meet deadlines and daily requirements. </li><li>Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills. </li><li>High emotional intelligence, sound judgment, and a calm, balanced demeanor. </li><li>Ability to operate strategically and tactically in a dynamic environment. </li><li>Experience in a mission-driven, values-based organization or in a public sector organization is a plus. </li><li>Experience leading HR in a unionized environment preferred. </li><li>Thorough knowledge of applicable Laws, Rules, Regulations, trends and best practices in all areas of human resources - HR professional certification(s) strongly preferred. </li></ul> <p>Additional Comments To be considered for our vacancies, you MUST apply directly to the posting located on our applicant portal. The link to the portal is: https://www.nystrs.org/careers/job-opportunities/</p> <p>All applications must be submitted by 5:00 pm on Sunday, May 25, 2025. Applications received after 5:00 pm will not be considered.</p> <p>Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.</p> <p>Name Abigail Goess</p> <p>Telephone</p> <p>Fax</p> <p>Email Address recruitment@nystrs.org</p> <p>Address</p> <p>Street 10 Corporate Woods Drive</p> <p>City Albany</p> <p>State NY</p> <p>Zip Code 12211</p> <p>Notes on ApplyingTo be considered for our vacancies, you must apply directly to the posting located on our applicant portal. The link to the portal is: https://www.nystrs.org/careers/job-opportunities/</p> <p>All applications must be submitted by 5:00 pm on Sunday, May 25, 2025. Applications received after 5:00 pm will not be considered.</p>