Employee Relations Specialist

Overview

Utah State University Human Resources invites applications for the position of Employee Relations Specialist. We have high expectations of performance and values. We believe in maintaining an open-minded approach to problem-solving, conflict management, and decision-making. Our staff members are team players who excel at building trusting relationships with customers and co-workers. We strive for a reputation of integrity. If you desire to work in such an environment and meet the qualifications, we welcome your application!

Responsibilities

• Intake and processing of employee relations cases
• Participating in university investigations
• Drafting reports and advising on outcomes
• Conducting and documenting moderate to highly complex assignments
• Collaborating with other functional areas in Human Resources and the broader university
• Serving as a resource to employees by interpreting policies and procedures, advising, and recommending solutions
• Ensuring compliance with USU policies and federal & state employment laws

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in human resources; or a bachelor's degree plus one year of experience in human resources, or a related field, is required.
• Must be able to work on-site full-time.
• Must be able to travel occasionally to other USU statewide locations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience reviewing and working with highly confidential data
• Experience in responding to and maintaining compliance with internal and/or external regulatory requirements
• Experience in working with Case Management systems (Service Now Case Management, Maxient, or Navex Ethicspoint is a plus)
• Working knowledge and experience interpreting and analyzing employer policies and implementing processes, protocols and procedures

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays
• Earn 22 days of paid leave and 12 days of sick leave per year
• 50% tuition reduction for eligible employee, spouse, and children
• Competitive health benefits packages
• A generous contribution into your retirement