Employee Relations Specialist
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
· Foster positive employee relations by promoting a culture of open communication, trust, and respect.
· Research, investigate, and resolve employee grievances and mediate disputes.
· Investigate employee complaints, prepare reports, and submit findings and recommendations, as requested by the Director of Human Resources in a fair and timely manner.
· Assist departments in developing departmental human resource policy, standard operating procedures, and other written directives.
· Prepare monthly reports to the Human Resources Director on the status of grievances.
· Provides advice and counsel to supervisors on employee issues as they relate to compliance with regulations and laws.
· Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on various employee relations matters, including performance management, disciplinary actions, and termination processes.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
· Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
· Effective analytical, problem-resolution, influencing, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
· Ability to conduct investigations involving employee misconduct, employee complaints, and grievances.
· Ability to analyze facts and prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports.
Requirements
. Bachelor's degree in human resources or business administration; Masters preferred.
. Minimum of 3 years of Employee Relations experience.
. PHR certification preferred.
. Strong writing, communication, critical thinking skills, adaptability, and conflict resolution are a must.
. Display cultural sensitivity by being aware of and respectful toward diverse backgrounds and cultures.