Employee and Labor Relations Specialist - Office of Human Resources (CS27-025)

Description

Are you passionate about advising supervisors on employee performance issues and recommending actions such as discipline, performance improvement, or coaching? If so, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Employee & Labor Relations Specialist – Office of Human Resources.

Why SIUE?

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $471 million annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

• Aid leadership in drafting performance-based and conduct-based action documents, including Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs), counseling memos, and disciplinary actions
• Support the Assistant Director and Manager of Employee & Labor Relations in grievance hearings and administrative inquiries
• Serve as the liaison between business agents, bargaining units, and university management
• Aid in training and supervising staff on employee & labor relations topics such as working conditions and safety
• Stay informed of federal and state labor laws and regulations, applying them effectively in complex situations

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Administration, Management, Organizational Administration, Public Administration, Labor Relations, Business Administration, or a field closely related to the position
• Two (2) years (24 months) of work experience performing professional-level human resources duties
• Two years of experience handling employee relations issues such as conducting investigations, issuing discipline, coaching managers on employee performance, etc.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Superior skills in writing/documentation, assessing employee relations situations, and taking a coaching/collaborative approach to recommend appropriate actions
• Excellent verbal/communication skills, in particular the ability to analyze and interpret HR policies and translate them clearly at all levels of the university
• Demonstrated ability to effectively consult with and influence leadership at all levels, providing clear guidance on employee relations matters, performance management, and appropriate corrective action

Supplemental Information

• Civil Service Information: Civil Service Application - FAQs
• Application Instructions: How to Apply - Step by Step
• Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver’s License or state of Illinois ID Card.
• Veterans: Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application.
• Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number: 5020 – SUCSS Classification Title.
• Work Authorization Information: Visa Sponsorship & F-1/J-1 Visas
• E-Verify: SIUE is not currently enrolled in or participating in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify program.
• Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at: careerinfo@siue.edu
• EEO Statement: Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran’s status. We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application.