Employee Relations Specialist III

Summary

This position provides professional support and expertise in the design, implementation, and administration of a comprehensive employee relations program or function.  Serves as a project or team leader in the development or implementation of Employee Relations programs or functions. 

Examples of Work

Job functions are specific duties that would be included in the essential functions of the job description.  These functions are not all-inclusive nor do they cover the full extent of the duties performed.

• Responsible for managing  one or more employee relations functions or progams.
• Communicates and interprets human resources policies and procedures for managers and employees.
• Investigates and resolves matters of significance including complex and unusual issues and employee complaints on behalf of management.
• Investigates disciplinary actions, including but not limited to, interviewing witnesses and reviewing pertinent materials.  Recommends, prepares, and as appropriate, assists in the administration of corrective actions.
• Makes recommendations to management regarding human resource issues such as staffing, recruitment, and employee relations.
• Analyzes federal and state laws, and university regulations to ensure the University’s human resources programs are effective and consistent with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Serves as human resources consultant to faculty and staff by providing advice and guidance related to human resources. Advises managers and employees on state and federal employment laws, collective bargaining agreements, university regulations, and personnel procedures.
• Provides guidance and assistant to university personnel regarding human resources policies and procedures.
• Performs complex data analysis, prepares reports and/or presentations for management. Monitors the effectiveness of human resources policies and recommends revisions or modification to meet the needs of the university.
• May provide training and development services to increase workforce competenece, employee engagement, or organizational capability.
• May serve as a team leader and/or oversee the work of lower level human resources personnel in assigned area.

Education and Experience

A bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two year of appropriate experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licensure and Certification

SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) , HRCI Professional of Human Resources (PHR), or HRCI Senior Professional of Human Resources (SPHR) preferred.

Supervision

This position may have supervisory responsibility.

Competencies

• Interpersonal Relationships
• Conflict Management
• Problem Solving
• Effective Communications
• Managing Multiple Priorities
• Relationship Management
• HR Policies, Standards, And Procedures
• HR Legal And Regulatory Environment
• Employee Relations
• Human Resources Consulting
• Confidential Investigations
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

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