Employee Performance & Development Consultant
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Department:

Arts and Sciences Deans Office-300100

Human Resources

01/03/2025

01/16/2025

No

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Employee Performance & Development Consultant

EHRA Non-Faculty

20062210

NF0008798

Full-Time Permanent

1

40

North Carolina, US

$71,819 - $85,000

02/03/2025

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

As the largest unit on campus, the College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart of the Carolina experience. The College consists of 43 academic departments and curricula, 30+ programs, centers and institutes; home to more than 19,000 undergraduate students and approximately 2,400 graduate students, nearly 1,000 tenured, tenure-track and fixed-term faculty and more than 600 EHRA Non-Faculty and SHRA employees.

The College of Arts & Sciences, administered by the Dean, consists of seventy-one academic departments, curricula, programs, centers, and Institutes. The College is divided into multiple divisions, which are overseen by Senior Associate Deans. All academic departments and curricula are assigned to one of the following three divisions Fine Arts & Humanities, Natural Sciences & Mathematics, and Social Sciences & Global Programs. A fourth division, Undergraduate Education, houses curriculum and instructional innovation, honors and distinguished scholarships, and student academic support. These Senior Associate Deans, along with the Senior Associate Deans for Operations and Strategy, Research and Innovation, and Development; Associate Deans for Human Resources and Communications, all report to the Dean.

The College's Business Operations, led by the Senior Associate Dean for Operations and Strategy, comprise of nearly 70 staff and include the divisions of Finance and Budget Management, Human Resources, Information Technology and Data Analytics, Facilities, and Dean's Office administration.

To learn more about the College's mission, vision, and values, please visit the overview section of our website: https://college.unc.edu/overview/.

The Employee Performance & Development (EP&D) Consultant plays a pivotal role in providing expert guidance on EHRA and SHRA employee and management relations, performance management, and employee development initiatives. Reporting to the Assistant Dean for Human Resources, this position collaborates extensively with College leadership and key campus units such as Employee and Management Relations (E&MR), Equal Opportunity & Compliance (EOC), Organizational and Professional Development (OPD), the Office of Faculty Affairs (OFA), and others. The consultant's responsibilities include advising on and coordinating performance management processes, supporting professional development, and addressing employee relations issues by implementing strategic interventions. They ensure proactive resolution of workplace concerns and deliver guidance rooted in best practices while interpreting applicable federal, state, and university policies and laws.

The EP&D Consultant will also develop and recommend strategies to resolve a variety of personal and work-related challenges. Additionally, they will provide training and counsel to College staff on employee performance and relations topics, fostering an environment of growth, accountability, and effective problem-solving.

Bachelor's degree and two years of progressively responsible professional human resources management experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.

This position requires considerable knowledge of the rules, regulations, and policies relating to UNC-Chapel Hill human resources, state of North Carolina and Federal guidelines. This role requires a high level of detail and organization, professionalism and discretion, ability to multi-task and prioritize work, and excellent customer service skills.

Candidates must exhibit the ability to work effectively and diplomatically with a wide range of people including University administrators, faculty, staff, and students. Candidates must possess strong communication, presentation, interpersonal, and analytical skills, and have the capacity to inspire confidence.

Articulate a customer service-focused approach to problem-solving, have excellent computer skills with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products (including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), and possess the ability to work independently on multiple HR-related functions.

The selected candidate will take initiative and continuously review policies and procedures to identify areas for improvement. The candidate will have a demonstrated ability to adapt easily, follow through, complete tasks, and resolve issues independently.

Prior experience in a higher education setting is highly preferred. Experience in Human Resources, with a focus on professional development, employee and management relations, and demonstrated experience in conflict resolution, negotiation, and HR policy interpretation. Prior experience with HR systems is preferred.

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This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.