Temporary Administrative Assistant Jobs in Reno, NV

Administrative Faculty, Non Tenure Track, Benefits Eligible.

The Employee Relations Manager administers day-to-day employee and labor relations; analyzes, advises on, tracks, manages, mediates, and resolves employee relations cases; advises employees seeking assistance with workplace problems; assists supervisors in utilizing best practices when addressing employee relations issues; increases supervisors’ abilities to positively impact employee performance, conduct, and morale; identifies and works to correct issues affecting workplace morale and productivity; develops and maintains systems that support positive employee relations; provides education for supervisors and managers, and develops and administers training; and collaborates with the CHRO & CoS, General Counsel, HR Manager, and Civil Rights Specialist on employee and labor relations matters.

The position reports to the CHRO & CoS. The incumbent will be based on the Carson City campus with occasional travel to the Fallon and Douglas campuses, and occasional travel for training and conferences.

The hours are generally Monday – Friday from 8:00am – 5:00pm.

Employee Relations Interpret and apply applicable Federal and State employment laws and regulations, Nevada Administrative Code, Board of Regents (BOR) Handbook, Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Procedures and Guidelines Manual, WNC policy and bylaws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements, including consideration of past practice and precedent.

Advise both supervisors and employees on employee relations matters.

Instruct and assist supervisors and managers with coaching, discipline, grievance, termination and other employee relations matters.

Assist management and supervisors with the development of documents used to address performance management and behavior concerns.

Develop, compile, and maintain employee relations templates and documents.

Review applicable investigation reports, analyze the matter within compliance frameworks, and recommend appropriate personnel action.

Write disciplinary documents, ensure due process, and meet specified timelines.

Identify and develop pre-disciplinary review officers and coordinate pre-disciplinary reviews.

Represent WNC before the Employee Management Committee, Personnel Hearing Officers, and other applicable hearing/appeal bodies.

Assist General Counsel with employment-related case preparation, responses, and appeals.

Confer with Business Center North (BCN) on classified employee grievance and disciplinary proceedings.

Manage positive drug and alcohol screens and refusals to test.

Periodically review the status of required licenses and certifications and address suspensions or revocations.

Manage Fitness for Duty cases.

Monitor probationary and trial periods and consult regularly with supervisors to ensure informed decisions are made prior to the conclusion of probationary and trial periods.

Manage involuntary transfers, releases during probationary periods, reversions during trial periods, notices of non-reappointment/termination, and non-renewal of temporary appointments.

Monitor for challenges and opportunities to enhance culture and the employee experience, make recommendations for improvements.

Work with the Human Resources team to plan, organize, and conduct employee appreciation activities.

Represent WNC administration in CBA negotiations.

Monitor changes to collective bargaining agreements (CBA) and ensure compliance.

Develop relationships with employee and labor representatives.

Independently manage and resolve CBA issues with union representatives.

Guide employees and supervisors through the State and/or CBA grievance and appeal processes.

Oversee performance management processes.

Monitor employees who have been issued Does Not Meet Standards/Unsatisfactory performance evaluations and consult regularly with supervisors to provide assistance in managing the below standard performance.

Provide guidance and feedback on the development of administrative faculty position descriptions.

Analyze updated administrative faculty position descriptions against a grade rubric and comparable positions, determine if significant change has occurred, determine an appropriate grade based on the level and complexity of job duties, revise internal processes for conducting position analysis.

Create, modify, and expire positions in Workday Data and Records.

Serve as the custodian of personnel records.

Function as designated lead for employee record requests and personnel file reviews.

Maintain, develop, and deliver systems, projects, metrics, and reports as directed.

Implement stay and exit surveys.

Review individual exit survey responses to identify successes, challenges, issues, and opportunities for improvement.

Analyze aggregate exit survey data to identify trends.

Share aggregate data with leadership and make recommendations for improvements.

Assist with climate or culture surveys as directed.

Manage mandatory supervisor training compliance.

Develop and facilitate training on various employee relations topics.

Manage employee training platforms.

Review and recommend targeted training to help address employee or department concerns.

Develop and implement new policies and procedures as needed.

Review HR policies and procedures for any technical updates or substantive changes needed.

Review new policies and policy updates proposed by other departments and advise or provide input as appropriate.

Monitor federal and State lawmaking sessions and assess bills in relation to areas of responsibility.

Assist with fiscal notes for Nevada legislative sessions.

Stay current on best practices and trends in the field and advise leadership as appropriate.

Other related duties as assigned.

Bachelor's degree AND Four years of related professional experience, reflected on résumé, which includes: Employee Relations Labor Relations Interpreting and administering complex laws, regulations, and policies.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree.

A minimum of an associate’s degree is required.

Collective Bargaining Agreement Negotiation experience.

Experience representing an organization to external agencies and before hearing and appeal bodies.

Developing and conducting training.

SPHR, PHR, SHRM-SCP, or SHRM-CP certification.

Melody Duley, CHRO & Chief of Staff: melody.duley@wnc.edu

This position is at a salary grade D. The minimum of the placement range is $94,881.02. The selected candidate will be placed at or above the minimum based on education and experience. WNC's placement range falls within the NSHE salary schedule: NSHE ADMINISTRATIVE SALARY SCHEDULE Retirement – NSHE Faculty Retirement Plan Alternative (RPA)

All faculty and professional staff working at least half-time equivalent must participate in the NSHE Faculty Retirement Plan Alternative (RPA) as a condition of employment. The current contribution rate is 19.25%. Your contribution is matched by the College at 19.25%. Your contributions are made by pre-tax salary reduction and you are 100% vested from your first day. You choose how to invest your own and NSHE’s contributions. The plan administrator provides dedicated financial consultants that are available to assist you in your investment deliberations. NSHE provides participants with a three-tiered investment line-up that provides investment options for everyone, from the less engaged investor to the investor who prefers to more actively manage their retirement savings. The tiered structure provides a simplified investment selection process, allowing you to make your decision based on your investment expertise and comfort level. See Your Retirement Benefits for additional information. Faculty and staff who have previously participated in the Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) may be required to continue participation in PERS. The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) does not participate in the federal Social Security System but does contribute to the federal Medicare program. This means that while you are employed by NSHE neither you nor NSHE contribute to Social Security and you do not earn a Social Security benefit.

• Beautiful campus located along numerous biking and walking trails


• Voluntary supplemental retirement plans, both pre-tax and Roth options available (403b, 457b plans)


• Employer paid Long Term Disability (LTD) Program


• Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance


• Generous annual leave (A contract), sick leave (A & B contract), 12 paid holidays - Faculty Benefits


• The WNC Fitness Center offers Faculty and Staff membership


• WNC Fitness Center


• ComPsych our Employee Assistance Program offers resources and assistance to Faculty and Staff


• Discounted WNC Staff rates for our Child Development Center which has received Four Star Recognition from the Nevada Silver Star Quality Rating and Improvement System


• Voluntary benefits including accident, disability, legal services, and more – Voluntary Benefits

Exempt Yes Full-Time Equivalent100.0% Required Attachment(s) Resume Contact information for three professional references.

Posting Close Date: Note to Applicant

Title IX Statement: WNC is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), sex (including pregnancy or related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protective hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion. WNC does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. The college’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment.

Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions and/or questions as to how to file a complaint of unlawful discrimination may be referred to WNC's Civil Rights Specialist & Title IX Coordinator: Victor Navarro at TitleIX@wnc.edu or (775) 445-4235.

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided). Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs. Western Nevada College does not sponsor Visas. All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States, without sponsorship, at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment. Western Nevada College is a comprehensive community college that serves more than 5,000 students each year within a five-county area, spanning more than 10,000 square miles. One of four community colleges in the Nevada System of Higher Education, it is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. Documents detailing accreditation approval are available at the WNC library. For additional information, visit our website. The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including but not limited to service‑connected disabilities), gender/sex (including but not limited to pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, color, or religion. Western Nevada College does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non‑discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The College’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment.

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