Employee Relations Manager

Job Title: Employee Relations ManagerLocation: Fountain Valley, CA (Onsite with 20% travel as needed)Employment Type: Temp to HireSchedule: Mon-Fri 8:00 - 5:00Pay: $48-$52/hr. We're seeking an experienced Employee Relations Supervisor to lead investigations, employee relations strategy, and employment risk management for a large multi-state workforce.This role will oversee complex employee relations matters, support litigation and employment claims, coach HR Business Partners, and partner closely with leadership to ensure consistent application of policies and employment practices. Key ResponsibilitiesLead and review complex employee relations investigationsProvide guidance and oversight to HR Business PartnersSupport corrective actions, disciplinary processes, and terminationsPartner with legal counsel on employment claims, litigation, mediations, and subpoenasResolve workplace conflicts and employee relations concernsDevelop ER policies, training programs, and best practicesAnalyze trends and recommend solutions to reduce organizational riskSupport locations across multiple states and travel as needed Qualifications7+ years of Employee Relations and HR experienceExperience managing complex workplace investigationsExperience supporting multi-state employee populationsStrong knowledge of employment law and HR complianceExperience partnering with legal counsel on employment mattersExperience leading, coaching, or mentoring HR professionalsBachelor's degree or equivalent experienceExperience supporting 1,200+ employees across multiple locations PreferredBilingual SpanishSHRM or HRCI certification Additional Details: This position supports 11 locations across multiple states and requires employees to be onsite five days per week. Desired Skills and Experience Employee Relations Workplace Investigations Employment Law HR Business Partnering Multi-State Human Resources Conflict Resolution Corrective Action Management Performance Management Employee Counseling Litigation Support Labor & Employment Compliance Policy Development Risk Management Human Resources Leadership Bilingual Spanish All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.