Senior Employee Relations Partner

About the role

An onsite People Team subject-matter expert in Dayton, Ohio who proactively manages employee relations, handles investigations, provides manager coaching, partners with the General Manager, and supports administrative People Team functions.

Responsibilities

• Develop effective relationships with team members and promote positive employee relations, high engagement, and overall satisfaction across the organization.
• Partner closely with the General Manager and business leaders on strategic HR initiatives.
• Proactively manage, investigate, and resolve employee relations issues, ensuring thorough case documentation and full alignment with company policies and labor laws.
• Apply specialized knowledge to guide conflict resolution, corrective actions, and performance management processes.
• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of HR policies, procedures, and community engagement events.
• Serve as an onsite People Team subject matter expert on local workforce guidelines and Ohio labor regulations.
• Support onboarding execution, recruitment activities, onsite interview coordination, and site tours.
• Assist with compensation, benefits, leave administration, and special projects as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience.
• 6+ years of progressive HR experience, with a dedicated focus on employee relations and conflict management.
• Thorough understanding of core HR principles, concepts, practices, and Ohio labor laws.
• Proven track record of consultative HR experience, working autonomously to resolve complex challenges.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and objective coaching abilities.
• Excellent planning, organizational, and time-management skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Demonstrated discretion in handling highly confidential business matters and sensitive information.
• Approachable, customer-focused, and solutions-oriented mindset.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (G-Suite) tools.
• Ability to work full-time onsite in Dayton, OH, with up to 10% travel.
• Flexibility to collaborate effectively across time zones, including aligning with Pacific Time working hours as needed.

Pay

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $89,900 – $119,900/yr. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off and healthcare benefits.
• 401(k) plan with a company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Life insurance.