Employee Relations Partner II

Responsibilities

• Strategic employee relations consultation to help align management actions with business objectives, Associate engagement, and legal compliance goals.
• Strategize with managers in improving work relationships, resolving associate concerns, enhancing Associate engagement and retention, and fostering compliance with company/division policy and applicable laws.
• Evaluate and address Associate grievances, identifying and recommending any appropriate action items to include without limitation, enhancements or changes in policies or practices as needed.
• Represent the company at unemployment hearings.
• Prepare and finalize employment action and investigation documentation.
• Input and update Associate relations tracker/case manager.
• Lead and/or participate in special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required; SPHR or PHR certification preferred
• E xperience in Human Resources
• 5+ years of Employee Relations counseling and investigations
• Paramount sensitivity to and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent written communication and verbal communication skills
• Solid research, analysis, and problem-solving skills
• Advanced level knowledge of federal and state employment laws