Manager of Workforce Planning

Manager of Workforce Planning

Job Category:
Human Resources

Requisition Number: MANAG
001286

Posted:
January 09, 2026

Full Time

On-site

Rate: $85,000 USD per year

Monmouth University Main Campus
West Long Branch, NJ

Monmouth University is seeking applications for a Manager of Workforce Planning in the Department of Human Resources.

Join our dynamic Human Resources team and contribute to a positive, supportive, and collaborative workplace. In this role, you will work alongside colleagues who value professionalism and teamwork. You will have opportunities to develop your skills, support meaningful projects, and play a part in enhancing the employee experience. If you enjoy building relationships and helping others succeed, we encourage you to consider joining our team.

The University’s Human Resources Office is seeking a Manager of Workforce Planning to lead institution‑wide workforce planning and position management efforts. Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Human Resources, this role plays a critical part in aligning staffing strategies with the University’s mission, academic priorities, enrollment trends, and financial sustainability.

Manager of Workforce Planning serves as a strategic partner to campus leaders, using data, analysis, and consultation to ensure the University has the right workforce structure to support current and future needs.

This is an in‑person, on‑campus, non‑remote position.

Monmouth University requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted via the university’s career portal. In addition to the application, candidates must upload the following documents. Applications will not be considered complete for review until all required documents are uploaded:

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Professional References

Lead the development and execution of short‑ and long‑term workforce planning strategies aligned with institutional goals and strategic plans. Act as consultant and resource to identify and recruit a qualified, diverse workforce for faculty, staff, and administrative positions within the University. Responsible for coordinating all recruitment activities for faculty, administrative and support staff, including but not limited to, assisting with the development, updating, and maintenance of job descriptions, postings and advertisements and screening resumes.

Analyze workforce trends to identify staffing gaps, succession risks, and future talent needs across academic and administrative units. Support organizational planning initiatives, including restructuring, program growth, and operational efficiency efforts. Manage full‑cycle recruitment from job description development to onboarding. Develop marketing strategies, define roles and responsibilities of employment team to ensure effective and efficient recruitment life cycle while minimizing cost per hire.

Lead and manage the development and implementation of comprehensive onboarding, employee engagement, talent management and retention programs. Conduct exit interviews / offboarding including the distribution of surveys, collection of University property and providing information regarding remaining wages, COBRA and more.

Oversee workforce data analysis, including headcount, vacancies, turnover, demographics, and forecasting. Prepare dashboards, reports, and presentations for HR leadership, senior administrators, and campus stakeholders. Ensure the accuracy and integrity of workforce and position data within HR systems.

Manage position management processes, including position creation, reclassification, and workforce approvals. Consult with division/department leaders on workforce design, staffing models, and role alignment. Partner closely with Finance to support informed workforce decisions. Administer and support the performance management process, including goal setting, evaluations, and documentation. Guide managers and employees through performance review cycles, ensuring consistency and timeliness. Maintain accurate performance records in HRIS…