Director, Human Resources

Berkeley College is seeking a full-time Director of Human Resources to oversee the organization’s personnel policies, practices and benefit programs in support of a dynamic, family-oriented workplace culture that values collaboration, creativity, inclusivity and excellence in student service.  This position is based in Woodland Park, NJ.

Job Responsibilities:

• Direct the administration of benefit programs including health, retirement, disability and unemployment. Evaluate and recommend improvements to benefit offerings.
• Work with department managers on all employee relations issues including grievances, discrimination claims, termination and severance issues.
• Support recruitment and hiring of new associates.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations including equal opportunity, disability, discrimination, harassment and retaliation.
• Oversee and recommend changes to personnel policies and procedures.
• Lead the performance management process as well as assessing training needs.
• Lead initiatives that promote a positive organizational culture and increase employee engagement, retention, and satisfaction.
• Evaluate procedures and technology solutions to improve human resources data management.
• Serve on planning and policy-making committees and other duties as assigned.
• Supervise a small but hard-working and dedicated human resources staff.

Salary Range: $100,000 - $120,000 

Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance/AD&D, 401k, PTO, tuition waiver/reimbursement, paid holidays, flexible spending account and various voluntary benefits.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, psychology or related field.
• At least eight years in a management position in the human resources field including experience administering employee benefit programs and dealing with employee relations issues such as grievances, discrimination claims, interactive disability process, termination and severance issues.
• Working knowledge of federal, state and local laws relating to employment and human resources.
• Expected to be onsite four days per week and visit each Berkeley campus location at least once per month.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills.

Berkeley College, founded in 1931, is a career-focused institution accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education that offers students Master’s, Bachelor’s, and Associate’s degree and Certificate programs in more than 20 career fields. The College also offers Continuing Education programs to enhance career credentials. 

Berkeley College has campuses in New York City and in Newark, Woodbridge, and Woodland Park, NJ, with more than 4,000 students enrolled. In addition, Berkeley College Online® serves a global population. U.S. News & World Report has named Berkeley College among the Best Colleges for Online Bachelor’s Programs and among the Best Online Bachelor’s Programs for Veterans for 12 consecutive years. Berkeley College is also ranked among the Best Regional Colleges/Universities in the North in the 2025 edition of the U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges survey. The website address is https://BerkeleyCollege.edu.

Berkeley College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions regardless of race, color, religion, creed, gender, age, national origin, marital and veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. We believe in fostering inclusion, acceptance, and understanding in our community by employing individuals who bring unique perspectives to the college.  

Salary : $100,000 - $120,000