Job Details

Overview

The Vice President of Employee Relations is responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of employee relations across UF Health, including unionized settings. This role ensures the development and implementation of fair, consistent, and legally compliant employee relations strategies, policies, and practices that align with UF Health's mission, values, and strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Labor Relations, or related field required.
• Master's degree or JD preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive HR/employee relations experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Extensive experience in a unionized healthcare environment is required.
• Deep knowledge of labor and employment law.
• Strong negotiation, mediation, and conflict resolution skills.
• High emotional intelligence and ability to build trust across all levels of the organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion.