Pennsylvania Western University
HR Generalist - Employee & Labor Relations
Pennsylvania Western University, Edinboro
Posting Number: S363P
Posting Text:
Job Title: HR Generalist - Employee & Labor Relations
Type of Employment: Full Time
Bargaining Unit: Management
Full-Time/Part-Time:
FLSA: Exempt
Salary Range: $66,589
Position Classification: Manager 180
Department: Human Resources
Job Summary / Basic Function:
The HR Generalist - Employee & Labor Relations (ELR) provides case‑level labor relations, employee relations, and classification support for PennWest University across the three campuses. The position conducts investigations, supports grievance administration, interprets routine provisions of collective bargaining agreements, and provides day‑to‑day guidance to supervisors. The role reports directly to the Executive Director of Human Resources, who maintains institution‑wide HR operational oversight, HRConnect liaison responsibilities, and supervisory authority for HR staff.ESSENTIAL DUTIES:A. Employee & Labor Relations (Approx. 50%)
• Receive, investigate, document, and track employee complaints, workplace concerns, and management issues.
• Conduct Pre‑Disciplinary Conferences (PDCs) and prepare investigative summaries and recommended actions.
• Support grievance administration, including evidence gathering, timelines, scheduling, step responses, and maintaining case documentation.
• Provide supervisors with routine guidance on contract interpretation across AFSCME, SPFPA, POA, OPEIU, and SCUPA bargaining units.
• Process routine contracting‑out requests in accordance with AFSCME contractual requirements, including documentation, coordination of required meet‑and‑discuss discussions, and ensuring timelines and notification obligations are met.
• Participate in labor‑management meetings or meet‑and‑discuss sessions as assigned.
B. Supervisor Guidance, Contract Interpretation & Conflict Resolution (Approx. 20%)
• Advise supervisors on documentation standards, employee conduct, progressive discipline, and conflict resolution.
• Draft written notices, counseling documents, timelines, and other ELR‑related communications.
• Assist with the development and delivery of ELR training for front‑line managers and supervisors.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director of Human Resources to identify and support training needs for staff related to employee relations concerns and assist in developing and delivering training contact for front-line employees and supervisors. This is in conjunction with the Compliance department training administrative lead for PennWest.
C. Classification & Position Review Support (Approx. 15%)
• Conduct fact‑finding for classification evaluations and prepare supporting documentation and recommendations for review by the Executive Director of HR.
• Assist in maintaining accurate job descriptions, organizational charts, and role documentation across departments.
• Support organizational management changes, manager/faculty transitions, and related classification procedures.
D. Personnel Transactions & HR Operations Support (Approx. 10%)
• Prepare and process case‑level personnel actions, ensuring accuracy and completeness of documentation.
• Collaborate with PASSHE Shared Services (HRConnect) to resolve personnel transaction issues at the case level, while systemic liaison responsibilities remain with the Executive Director.
• Ensure compliance with audit and documentation standards.
E. Additional HR Support & Projects (Approx. 5%)
• Assist with HR projects, evaluations, pay and classification analyses, and policy implementation tasks.
• Provide HR support to campus leaders, compliance and DEI partners, and administrative units as needed.
OTHER DUTIES:
• Perform related duties consistent with the scope and responsibilities of the position.
Essential Functions of Position:
• Conduct employee and labor relations activities, including investigations, grievance support, and routine contract interpretation.
• Review and interpret policies, collective bargaining agreements, and regulatory requirements.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, managers, union representatives, and campus partners.
• Process HR casework such as personnel actions, documentation, and classification-related support.
• Use standard office equipment and HR systems to complete daily responsibilities.
• Participate in required training and professional development.
• Maintain regular, reliable attendance and meet operational needs across campuses.
Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
• Knowledge of collective bargaining agreements, grievance procedures, and labor relations practices in a multi‑union environment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills, including the ability to evaluate employee relations issues and recommend appropriate actions.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to support effective interactions with supervisors, employees, and union representatives.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, investigations, and contractual timelines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion and sound judgment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HR information systems, including tools used for documentation, case management, and personnel transactions.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across campuses and with union partners.
Minimum of Education / TrainingRequired Education Summary:
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business Administration, or a related field
• 3 or more years of HR experience with exposure to labor and employee relations.
• Knowledge of discipline processes, labor agreements, investigations, and relevant laws.
• Experience working in unionized environment
• Or, equivalent combinations of education, experience, and training
Preferred Qualifications:
• Master's degree in Human Resources, Higher Education Administration, or a related field.
• Experience in higher education and/or multi-campus/location operations
• Human resources certification preferred (e.g., SHRM‑CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR).
Physical Demands:
• This position is primarily sedentary in nature and requires extended periods of working at a desk and computer.
• Requires frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, operating standard office equipment, and handling paperwork.
• Requires the ability to communicate verbally and in writing, including participating in meetings, discussions, and presentations.
• May occasionally be required to stand, walk, bend, or reach during normal office activities.
• May occasionally lift or move items weighing up to 10 pounds, such as files, office materials, or small pieces of equipment.
• Requires the ability to travel periodically to other PennWest campus locations, meetings, or training sessions.
• Requires the ability to navigate office and campus environments, including stairs and varying building layouts.
Work Location:
Any PennWest Campus
Is travel to other PennWest campuses required for this position? If so, how often?
Work Hours:
8am - 4pm Monday-Friday
Posting Date:
04/02/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Diversity Statement:
PennWest University's Office of Community, Opportunity, Responsibility, and Engagement (CORE) provides strategic leadership in fostering a campus environment grounded in dignity, belonging, and opportunity for all students, faculty, and staff. Through comprehensive programs and collaborative partnerships, CORE advances student success, cultivates academic and leadership development, and strengthens community engagement in alignment with the university's mission.
ADA Statement:
To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Amy Salsgiver, ADA Coordinator, %20asalsgiver@pennwest.edu; 814-393-2109. Pennsylvania Western University complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.
EEO Statement:
Pennsylvania Western University of Pennsylvania is committed to providing equal access to all individuals and prohibiting any form of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a veteran, or any other characteristic prohibited under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other pertinent state and federal laws and regulations. Direct inquiries to the Title IX Coordinator, 423 Becht Hall Clarion Campus 16214-1232; email asalsgiver@pennwest.edu or phone 814-393-2109. Inquiries may also be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, Department of Education, 330 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20201.
To apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/7053058
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HR Generalist - Employee & Labor Relations
Pennsylvania Western University, Edinboro
Posting Number: S363P
Posting Text:
Job Title: HR Generalist - Employee & Labor Relations
Type of Employment: Full Time
Bargaining Unit: Management
Full-Time/Part-Time:
FLSA: Exempt
Salary Range: $66,589
Position Classification: Manager 180
Department: Human Resources
Job Summary / Basic Function:
The HR Generalist - Employee & Labor Relations (ELR) provides case‑level labor relations, employee relations, and classification support for PennWest University across the three campuses. The position conducts investigations, supports grievance administration, interprets routine provisions of collective bargaining agreements, and provides day‑to‑day guidance to supervisors. The role reports directly to the Executive Director of Human Resources, who maintains institution‑wide HR operational oversight, HRConnect liaison responsibilities, and supervisory authority for HR staff.ESSENTIAL DUTIES:A. Employee & Labor Relations (Approx. 50%)
• Receive, investigate, document, and track employee complaints, workplace concerns, and management issues.
• Conduct Pre‑Disciplinary Conferences (PDCs) and prepare investigative summaries and recommended actions.
• Support grievance administration, including evidence gathering, timelines, scheduling, step responses, and maintaining case documentation.
• Provide supervisors with routine guidance on contract interpretation across AFSCME, SPFPA, POA, OPEIU, and SCUPA bargaining units.
• Process routine contracting‑out requests in accordance with AFSCME contractual requirements, including documentation, coordination of required meet‑and‑discuss discussions, and ensuring timelines and notification obligations are met.
• Participate in labor‑management meetings or meet‑and‑discuss sessions as assigned.
B. Supervisor Guidance, Contract Interpretation & Conflict Resolution (Approx. 20%)
• Advise supervisors on documentation standards, employee conduct, progressive discipline, and conflict resolution.
• Draft written notices, counseling documents, timelines, and other ELR‑related communications.
• Assist with the development and delivery of ELR training for front‑line managers and supervisors.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director of Human Resources to identify and support training needs for staff related to employee relations concerns and assist in developing and delivering training contact for front-line employees and supervisors. This is in conjunction with the Compliance department training administrative lead for PennWest.
C. Classification & Position Review Support (Approx. 15%)
• Conduct fact‑finding for classification evaluations and prepare supporting documentation and recommendations for review by the Executive Director of HR.
• Assist in maintaining accurate job descriptions, organizational charts, and role documentation across departments.
• Support organizational management changes, manager/faculty transitions, and related classification procedures.
D. Personnel Transactions & HR Operations Support (Approx. 10%)
• Prepare and process case‑level personnel actions, ensuring accuracy and completeness of documentation.
• Collaborate with PASSHE Shared Services (HRConnect) to resolve personnel transaction issues at the case level, while systemic liaison responsibilities remain with the Executive Director.
• Ensure compliance with audit and documentation standards.
E. Additional HR Support & Projects (Approx. 5%)
• Assist with HR projects, evaluations, pay and classification analyses, and policy implementation tasks.
• Provide HR support to campus leaders, compliance and DEI partners, and administrative units as needed.
OTHER DUTIES:
• Perform related duties consistent with the scope and responsibilities of the position.
Essential Functions of Position:
• Conduct employee and labor relations activities, including investigations, grievance support, and routine contract interpretation.
• Review and interpret policies, collective bargaining agreements, and regulatory requirements.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, managers, union representatives, and campus partners.
• Process HR casework such as personnel actions, documentation, and classification-related support.
• Use standard office equipment and HR systems to complete daily responsibilities.
• Participate in required training and professional development.
• Maintain regular, reliable attendance and meet operational needs across campuses.
Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
• Knowledge of collective bargaining agreements, grievance procedures, and labor relations practices in a multi‑union environment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills, including the ability to evaluate employee relations issues and recommend appropriate actions.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to support effective interactions with supervisors, employees, and union representatives.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, investigations, and contractual timelines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion and sound judgment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HR information systems, including tools used for documentation, case management, and personnel transactions.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across campuses and with union partners.
Minimum of Education / TrainingRequired Education Summary:
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business Administration, or a related field
• 3 or more years of HR experience with exposure to labor and employee relations.
• Knowledge of discipline processes, labor agreements, investigations, and relevant laws.
• Experience working in unionized environment
• Or, equivalent combinations of education, experience, and training
Preferred Qualifications:
• Master's degree in Human Resources, Higher Education Administration, or a related field.
• Experience in higher education and/or multi-campus/location operations
• Human resources certification preferred (e.g., SHRM‑CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR).
Physical Demands:
• This position is primarily sedentary in nature and requires extended periods of working at a desk and computer.
• Requires frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, operating standard office equipment, and handling paperwork.
• Requires the ability to communicate verbally and in writing, including participating in meetings, discussions, and presentations.
• May occasionally be required to stand, walk, bend, or reach during normal office activities.
• May occasionally lift or move items weighing up to 10 pounds, such as files, office materials, or small pieces of equipment.
• Requires the ability to travel periodically to other PennWest campus locations, meetings, or training sessions.
• Requires the ability to navigate office and campus environments, including stairs and varying building layouts.
Work Location:
Any PennWest Campus
Is travel to other PennWest campuses required for this position? If so, how often?
Work Hours:
8am - 4pm Monday-Friday
Posting Date:
04/02/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Diversity Statement:
PennWest University's Office of Community, Opportunity, Responsibility, and Engagement (CORE) provides strategic leadership in fostering a campus environment grounded in dignity, belonging, and opportunity for all students, faculty, and staff. Through comprehensive programs and collaborative partnerships, CORE advances student success, cultivates academic and leadership development, and strengthens community engagement in alignment with the university's mission.
ADA Statement:
To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Amy Salsgiver, ADA Coordinator, %20asalsgiver@pennwest.edu; 814-393-2109. Pennsylvania Western University complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.
EEO Statement:
Pennsylvania Western University of Pennsylvania is committed to providing equal access to all individuals and prohibiting any form of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a veteran, or any other characteristic prohibited under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other pertinent state and federal laws and regulations. Direct inquiries to the Title IX Coordinator, 423 Becht Hall Clarion Campus 16214-1232; email asalsgiver@pennwest.edu or phone 814-393-2109. Inquiries may also be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, Department of Education, 330 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20201.
To apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/7053058
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Eastern Florida State College
Eastern Florida State College is currently seeking applications for the full-time position of Veterinary Technology Laboratory Coordinator on the Cocoa Campus in Cocoa, Florida.
Responsible for off campus clinical sites for both first- and second-year Veterinary Nursing and Veterinary assistant students. Responsible for overseeing on campus laboratory facilities.
The following minimum qualifications for this position must be met before any applicant will be considered:
Associate of Science degree from an AVMA accredited Veterinary Nursing/Nursing program.
Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Applied Science from an accredited institution preferred.
Certified Veterinary Technician with current certification in the State of Florida.
Two years clinical experience.
Experience in clinical practice (2 years minimum) specialty practice preferred.
Valid Florida Driver's License required.
A review of Social Media activity will be part of the candidate evaluation process.
This position will require successful fingerprinting and the candidate chosen will be required to pay (currently $36.00). This fingerprinting fee ($36.00) is non-refundable.
Understanding of and commitment to Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.
Official transcripts of all collegiate work will be required to be considered beyond the application phase. *
*High School Diploma or GED or transcripts or official transcripts of all collegiate work (as appropriate for the position) must be sent directly from the attended institution to the Human Resources Office prior to the first day of employment. All foreign degrees must have a course-by-course official evaluation and translation sent to the Human Resources Office directly from an evaluation company affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc.
Minimum working and physical conditions:
Excellent oral and written communication skills with all levels of staff, faculty, and students.
Ability to access, input and retrieve information and/or data from a computer.
Ability to lift 40 pounds.
Ability to carry light-weight objects (books, manuals, briefcase, laptop).
Works inside in an office environment.
May be required to travel to alternate sites on occasion.
Must adapt to frequent interruption from telephone, staff and student traffic in office.
The annual salary is $45,000.00 . Successful internal candidates for external job postings should be aware that their current salary does not transfer to the new position. Salary will be as advertised in the job announcement. Full-time employees of Eastern Florida State College receive fringe benefits including health insurance and a retirement plan.
Applications will be accepted from April 8, 2026, through April 22, 2026 ; however, the College reserves the right to extend or conclude searches without notice. Applications must be submitted prior to 5:00 p.m. on the closing day. This is a covered position under Chapter 295 Florida Statutes, which provides for Veterans’ Preference in employment for eligible veterans and eligible spouses of veterans.
HOW TO APPLY
All applicants must apply on-line at the Eastern Florida State College Website in order to be considered for employment. If an applicant needs assistance in completing the on-line application, he/she should contact Human Resources. With at least 24 hours advance notice, EFSC can provide readers, Braille, audio cassettes, computer readers, sign language interpreters, and Scribes.
NOTE TO APPLICANT
Applications will not be considered after the deadline date unless justified and approved for exception by the Associate Vice President, Human Resources. All successful applicants must complete New Employee Orientation prior to beginning work.
CONTACT HUMAN RESOURCES
Eastern Florida State College, Human Resources, 1519 Clearlake Road, Cocoa, FL 32922
Telephone: (321) 433-7070 FAX: (321) 433-7065 Florida Relay: 1-800-955-8770
Email: resources@easternflorida.edu
Website: https://www.easternflorida.edu/hr/job-opportunities/
Eastern Florida State College is dedicated to providing a nondiscriminatory environment which promotes equal access, equal educational opportunity and equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, race, national origin, color, ethnicity, genetic information, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, veterans status, ancestry, or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.
About the college
Eastern Florida State College, located in the heart of Florida’s Space Coast, is a co-educational, publicly supported post-secondary institution that adopted its current name on July 1, 2013 with the addition of four-year Bachelor's Degrees.
An accredited institution, EFSC is recognized as one of America's leading state colleges for quality instruction, organization and innovative, leading-edge programs.
Eastern Florida State College is currently seeking applications for the full-time position of Veterinary Technology Laboratory Coordinator on the Cocoa Campus in Cocoa, Florida.
Responsible for off campus clinical sites for both first- and second-year Veterinary Nursing and Veterinary assistant students. Responsible for overseeing on campus laboratory facilities.
The following minimum qualifications for this position must be met before any applicant will be considered:
Associate of Science degree from an AVMA accredited Veterinary Nursing/Nursing program.
Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Applied Science from an accredited institution preferred.
Certified Veterinary Technician with current certification in the State of Florida.
Two years clinical experience.
Experience in clinical practice (2 years minimum) specialty practice preferred.
Valid Florida Driver's License required.
A review of Social Media activity will be part of the candidate evaluation process.
This position will require successful fingerprinting and the candidate chosen will be required to pay (currently $36.00). This fingerprinting fee ($36.00) is non-refundable.
Understanding of and commitment to Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.
Official transcripts of all collegiate work will be required to be considered beyond the application phase. *
*High School Diploma or GED or transcripts or official transcripts of all collegiate work (as appropriate for the position) must be sent directly from the attended institution to the Human Resources Office prior to the first day of employment. All foreign degrees must have a course-by-course official evaluation and translation sent to the Human Resources Office directly from an evaluation company affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc.
Minimum working and physical conditions:
Excellent oral and written communication skills with all levels of staff, faculty, and students.
Ability to access, input and retrieve information and/or data from a computer.
Ability to lift 40 pounds.
Ability to carry light-weight objects (books, manuals, briefcase, laptop).
Works inside in an office environment.
May be required to travel to alternate sites on occasion.
Must adapt to frequent interruption from telephone, staff and student traffic in office.
The annual salary is $45,000.00 . Successful internal candidates for external job postings should be aware that their current salary does not transfer to the new position. Salary will be as advertised in the job announcement. Full-time employees of Eastern Florida State College receive fringe benefits including health insurance and a retirement plan.
Applications will be accepted from April 8, 2026, through April 22, 2026 ; however, the College reserves the right to extend or conclude searches without notice. Applications must be submitted prior to 5:00 p.m. on the closing day. This is a covered position under Chapter 295 Florida Statutes, which provides for Veterans’ Preference in employment for eligible veterans and eligible spouses of veterans.
HOW TO APPLY
All applicants must apply on-line at the Eastern Florida State College Website in order to be considered for employment. If an applicant needs assistance in completing the on-line application, he/she should contact Human Resources. With at least 24 hours advance notice, EFSC can provide readers, Braille, audio cassettes, computer readers, sign language interpreters, and Scribes.
NOTE TO APPLICANT
Applications will not be considered after the deadline date unless justified and approved for exception by the Associate Vice President, Human Resources. All successful applicants must complete New Employee Orientation prior to beginning work.
CONTACT HUMAN RESOURCES
Eastern Florida State College, Human Resources, 1519 Clearlake Road, Cocoa, FL 32922
Telephone: (321) 433-7070 FAX: (321) 433-7065 Florida Relay: 1-800-955-8770
Email: resources@easternflorida.edu
Website: https://www.easternflorida.edu/hr/job-opportunities/
Eastern Florida State College is dedicated to providing a nondiscriminatory environment which promotes equal access, equal educational opportunity and equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, race, national origin, color, ethnicity, genetic information, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, veterans status, ancestry, or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.
About the college
Eastern Florida State College, located in the heart of Florida’s Space Coast, is a co-educational, publicly supported post-secondary institution that adopted its current name on July 1, 2013 with the addition of four-year Bachelor's Degrees.
An accredited institution, EFSC is recognized as one of America's leading state colleges for quality instruction, organization and innovative, leading-edge programs.
