Employee Relations Specialist

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Manage and resolve employee relations issues by conducting thorough, timely and objective investigations in alignment with Company Investigatory Procedures.
• Partner with HR Business Partner on complexities.
• Collect, review and analyze statements, documents, and physical evidence collected during the investigation and develop recommendations for appropriate remediation and other action.
• Complete comprehensive documentation of case investigations and outcome.
• Answer Partner and management inquiries about advanced HR-related issues and Company policies.
• Exercise discretionary judgement in decision making with the objective of minimizing risk to the Company and protecting the interests of its Partners.
• Provide guidance and recommendations to field leadership on the composing and delivery of Developmental Notices to ensure compliance and consistency.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of employment laws and regulations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Act as a primary resource for management regarding coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions, etc.
• Responsible for participating in Unemployment Hearings as a representative of the Company.
• Make recommendations to streamline and improve processes within HR.
• Participate in HR projects and make updates to HR policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in HR, preferably in an employee relations role.
• Experience with employment laws and regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.