Sr. Human Resources Investigator

About the role

We are looking for a skilled and experienced investigator who can objectively, thoroughly, and empathetically investigate sensitive employee relations concerns. The ideal candidate has high emotional intelligence and a background in investigating a variety of employment and labor relations issues. They are an effective interviewer, active listener, and a strong communicator, and also have demonstrated the ability to apply innovative fact-finding techniques.

Responsibilities

• Investigate sensitive and/or complex employee relations matters from start to finish, including conducting intake, leading interviews, note-taking, gathering and analyzing evidence (electronic, physical, etc.), documenting findings, and following up with the relevant parties.
• Objectively debrief HR business partners and leadership on investigation findings.
• Document investigation and summarize findings in a report.
• Collect and analyze data to identify trends and make recommendations on mitigation strategies.
• Advise and train HR business partners on investigation best practices.
• Discreetly handle sensitive and/or private information.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 5+ years professional experience conducting employee relations investigations.
• Must be willing to travel to various SpaceX sites.
• This role requires you to be onsite. Remote or hybrid work will NOT be considered.
• Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends.
• Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg.
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C.1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C.1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Juris doctor.
• Experience conducting global investigations.
• Experience conducting investigations in a manufacturing and/or engineering setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with e-discovery and/or pulling electronic records and files.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a diverse range of partners (e.g., HR, IT, Security, Legal).
• Ability to be empathetic and to provide emotional support while also gathering facts.
• Familiarity with a variety of electronic systems.
• Ability to grasp complex technical concepts quickly.

Pay

Pay Range Level 3: $120,000.00 - $175,000.00. Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• Access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Various discounts and perks.
• 3 weeks of paid vacation.
• 10 or more paid holidays per year.
• Paid sick time (for employees in Washington State).
• Company shuttles for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.
• Long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards.
• Potential discretionary bonuses.
• Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.