Director of Labor and Compliance

Clark College•Vancouver, WA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Clark College is currently accepting applications for a full-time, 12-month, exempt Director of Labor and Compliance position in the Office of People and Culture. This position reports to the Associate Vice President of People and Culture. The Office of People and Culture plays an integral role in advancing the College’s mission, Core Themes, Guided Pathways and the Social Equity plan. The Director of Labor and Compliance provides strategic leadership and oversight for labor relations and institutional compliance. This position ensures adherence to federal, state, and local laws, collective bargaining agreements, and college policies while promoting a culture of fairness, accountability, and respect. The Director collaborates across departments to support a positive workplace environment aligned with the college’s mission and values, including a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Director should be equity-minded who is responsible for day-to-day administration of employee and labor relations administration and contributes to the college mission by advancing equitable outcomes through providing training, consultation, and effective contract and policy administration. At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Organizational Development, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, or closely related field from an accredited college or university OR equivalent work experience to obtain human resources, employee/labor relations, and compliance expertise.
Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in labor relations, compliance, or human resources department.
Three (3) years of experience advising managers, supervisors, and staff in Human Resource matters such as: performance management, labor, and employee relations, etc.
Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
Background check including criminal record history will be conducted which includes a sexual misconduct background check as required under RCW 28B.112.080.

Responsibilities

Provide consultation and guidance to leadership teams and supervisors in navigating various Employee and Labor Relations related issues in accordance with college policy and contract language.
Lead and manage labor relations, including contract administration, grievance resolution, and collective bargaining support.
Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations (e.g., EEO, ADA, FMLA, Title IX, and other employment-related requirements).
Develop, implement, and monitor policies and procedures to ensure institutional compliance.
Conduct workplace investigations in accordance with collective bargaining agreements and college policies and procedures.
Prepare grievance responses, written reports, and findings; make recommendations; maintain appropriate records of activities.
Assist with administering and interpreting rules and regulations of collective bargaining agreements (CBA).
Manage the faculty salary advancement and contract process in partnership with Benefits and Compensation.
Manage the Classified Staff Collective Bargaining Agreement contract updates in partnership with Benefits and Compensation.
Manage and/or support Administrators through the grievance process for Classified and Faculty contracts.
Participate in union contract negotiations, WPEA and AHE.
Host and manage Classified Labor Management Communications Committee (LMCC) meetings.
Collaborate with the Office of People and leadership to foster an inclusive, equitable, and respectful workplace.
Partner with Employee Development to develop and/or facilitate a variety of Employee and Labor Relations related trainings, such as: Performance Development and Evaluations, Setting S.M.A.R.T.I.E (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-based, Inclusive, Equitable) goals/expectations, Collective Bargaining Agreements, Supervisor Essentials, Disciplinary Actions, Avoiding Grievances, Conducting Investigations and Workplace Behavior.
Analyze trends and data to proactively address compliance risks and workplace concerns.
Create a safe, bias-free working environment, which engenders respect for differences.
Provide leadership in accordance with the mission, Core themes, objectives and values established by the college.
Administer Affirmative Action plan and reporting.
Effectively lead and develop a diverse team in area of responsibility.
Title IX and ADA Coordinator
Perform related duties as required.