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Manager, Employee Relations & Compliance
Job no: 55000547
Work type: Administrative & Professional Faculty
Location: Radford
Categories: Human Resources
Title: Manager, Employee Relations & Compliance
Application Review Date: 8/03/2026
Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus
Job Description
The Manager of Employee Relations and Compliance provides leadership and oversight for the University's employment compliance and employee relations programs to ensure adherence to federal and state employment laws, University policies, and regulatory requirements. This position serves as the University's primary resource for employee relations consultation, workplace conflict resolution, ADA accommodations, employee grievance administration, and employment policy interpretation. The Manager partners with University leadership to promote fair, consistent, and legally compliant employment practices while mitigating institutional risk through consultation, investigations, compliance oversight, and training.
Required Qualifications
• Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Organizational Development, Public Administration, Psychology or a related field. OR Bachelor's degree in related field with at least 2 years of direct experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in human resources, with significant experience in employee relations, workplace investigations, policy interpretation, conflict resolution, or employment compliance.
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations, including Title VII, ADA, FLSA, and other applicable employment requirements.
• Experience providing consultation and coaching to supervisors and employees regarding workplace concerns, corrective action, and conflict resolution.
• Experience conducting or supporting workplace investigations and preparing related documentation.
• Strong knowledge of human resources principles, practices, and employment policies.
• Excellent written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience working in higher education, government, or a public-sector environment.
• Experience administering a formal employee grievance process, preferably the Commonwealth of Virginia Employee Grievance Procedure.
• Experience developing and delivering supervisor training related to employee relations, employment law, workplace conduct, or compliance.
• Experience with ADA coordination and accommodation case management.
Employment Conditions: Must be available to work varied hours including evenings and weekends.
Is this position Grant Funded: No
Is this position restricted: No
Is this position eligible for telework: No
Hours Per Week: 40
Months per Year: 12
Statement of Economic Interest Required: No
FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Classification: Administrative & Professional Faculty
Normal Work Schedule: M-F 8:00 -5:00 some evenings and weekends
Employee Classification: Professional - Lecturer
Department: Human Resources
Salary: $85,000 - $96,000 (Commensurate with experience and qualifications)
Department Contact Name: Leah Taylor
Department Contact Phone: 540-831-5008
Department Contact Email: lataylor3@radford.edu
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.
Clery Statement
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university's policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years' of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.
Criminal Background Check Statement
Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.
Advertised: 16 Jul 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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