Senior Employee Relations Consultant Jobs

• EXCELLENT RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT SKILLS AND ABILITY TO COLLABORATE EFFECTIVELY AND PARTNER WELL WITH OTHERS.

LOCATION: HOUSTON, TEXAS 77030 (ONSITE REQUIREMENT)

• ROUTINELY PROVIDES GUIDANCE AND EDUCATION TO OTHER HR CENTERS OF EXCELLENCE ON ER-RELATED MATTERS.

REQUIRED- 7 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN HR AS FOLLOWS:

• COUNSELS EMPLOYEES WHO SEEK ER ADVICE ON WORKPLACE-RELATED MATTERS.

• ASSURES ALIGNMENT OF BUSINESS STRATEGIES/INITIATIVES WITH COMPANY’S EMPLOYEE RELATIONS PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES

Ability to provide coaching to managers in order to enhance their people and performance management skills.

Strong experience handling conflict resolution and complex workplace complaints; experience providing guidance to managers on performance management, company policies, and procedures.

Ability to work closely with management and staff regarding employee relations, coaching, employee development, and engagement.

Minimum 4-5 years of experience with Employee Relations in a non-unionized environment.

HR certification (SHRM-CP or PHR) preferred.

Strong knowledge of state, federal, and city employment laws.

11. Advises management during union organizing drives, meets with supervisors/managers and

Bachelor’s degree and minimum five (5) years employee and/or labor experience, preferably within healthcare industry.

Current knowledge of applicable legislation including employment and labor laws.

Bilingual (Spanish or Haitian Creole) communication skills preferred.

Compensation Range: $50- $60/hr, depending on experience

- Minimum 5 years of employee and labor relations experience

Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases

2+ years of HR investigative experience

Prior experience in a manufacturing environment

Prior experience specifically conducting EEO/harassment or other investigations

Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment.

Manage employee data and statements in a highly confidential manner

Manage and resolve complex employee relations and compliance issues through a logical and systemic approach. Conduct investigations, as necessary

Exceptional interpersonal skills, including the ability to connect with employees in all levels of the organization

Natural problem-solving ability to improve situations for employees and conflict resolution skills

Experience using data to understand employee trends and an ability to create solutions to address

Additional perk and voluntary benefit programs

Act as a point of escalation for compliance, EEOC, leave, immigration and any other concerns or challenges that arise

Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases

Conduct in-person and remote interviews onsite at a manufacturing plant location

Manage employee data and statements in a highly confidential manner

5+ years of HR investigative experience

Prior experience in a manufacturing environment

Prior experience specifically conducting EEO/harassment or other investigations

Use effective interviewing and documentation techniques and utilize the designated online case management tool for tracking

Ability to objectively coach employees and management through complex, difficult, and emotional issues

Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, statutes, which govern employment policies and practices

Experience successfully implementing programs across geographically distributed teams

Ability to build strong working relationships across all levels of the organization, including remote areas

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; must be an articulate and persuasive communicator

Develop documentation, templates, and operating procedures for the standardization and management of EE initiatives, programs, and activities

10 years of professional full time work experience in I/O Psychology related to Employee Engagement programs

2 years of professional work experience at a Fortune 500 company/client

2 years of professional work experience working with survey data analysis tools

2 years of professional work experience creating or implementing process improvement plans

2 years of professional work experience creating or implementing corporate communications plans

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

Partnering with management to handle performance counseling, attendance counseling, policy violation and conduct related cases, including disciplinary recommendations and associated documentation

Supporting management at employee meetings as needed, including performance, attendance and conduct terminations

Conducting exit interviews, summarize findings and discuss trends and concerns with senior management

Experience with reasonable accommodation requests under the ADA

Experience with Workday is a plus

Partnering with management to handle performance counseling, attendance counseling, policy violation and conduct related cases, including disciplinary recommendations and associated documentation

Supporting management at employee meetings as needed, including performance, attendance and conduct terminations

Conducting exit interviews, summarize findings and discuss trends and concerns with senior management

Experience with reasonable accommodation requests under the ADA

Experience with Workday is a plus

Investigating work-related or compliance issues and preparing summary reports, conclusions and recommendations for assigned client group

Performs Other Related Job Duties As Assigned.

Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Children

15 days annual (vacation) leave per year

15 days of sick leave per year

State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) .

Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases

Conduct in-person and remote interviews onsite at a manufacturing plant location

Manage employee data and statements in a highly confidential manner

5+ years of HR investigative experience

Prior experience in a manufacturing environment

Prior experience specifically conducting EEO/harassment or other investigations

Counsel managers with respect to employee warnings, performance improvement plans and other documentation.

Maintain systems and operations in accordance with corporate standards and controls and in compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

8+ years of relevant experience in the Employee Relations field and a BS or BA degree.

Strong influencing skills and ability to exercise good judgment and provide strategic advice.

Ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast paced, demanding environment and manage a high volume of work.

Investigate and resolve potential conduct violations of the policies owned by Global Human Resources (GHR)

Ability to build relationships with the HR Team, city departments and management;

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Human Resources, Management, Public or Business Administration, or a related field.

Employee relations experience in a municipal or governmental setting;

Experience conducting HR investigations into policy and ethics violations, legal aspects, and labor matters;

Experience providing sound HR advice on a wide range of topics to assigned departments;

A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible employee relations or labor relations experience is required.

Create communications, training materials, and other change management mechanisms to educate the company on new and revised policies, processes, and programs

Provide expertise, guidance and coaching on preventing, addressing and resolving employee issues and with leaders, managers and HR partners

Experienced in partnering with HR and legal teams to develop, design, and implement employment-related policies and programs

Expert analytical skills; uses data to form hypotheses, draw insights, form narratives, prioritize, and influence decisions

Strong business and people acumen, as well as consulting, conflict resolution and facilitation skills

Excellent communication skills; ability to influence and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization

Knowledge and practices of HR program administration and management.

One (1) additional year of experience may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years.

Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in related field, plus four (4) years of HR experience.

Brings strong consulting and influencing skills with the ability to positively build relationships and develop strategies with leaders, teams, and individuals.

Advanced computer skills, proficient in Microsoft Office, collaboration platforms (e.g., MS Teams), and emerging HR technologies

Employee Relations: Experience in HR functional areas, internal investigations, conflict resolution, grievances, and creating professional records, plans, or reports.

Strong data management skills with a high level of attention to detail.

4+ years of experience in employee relations-related experience, such as corrective action and/or employee complaints

Works on local ER projects and may work on cross-functional projects that may include heavy Excel work.

Bachelor's Degree in HR, Psychology, Business, or related field

Proficiency in Excel, including running and creating functions, tables, and charts.

Ability to interpret data while considering employee situations and make appropriate decisions.

Experienced in documenting investigations, and makes sound recommendations to all levels of management

Preferred, Experience working in a union environment and assisting in the grievance management process.

Experience communicating and delivering recommendations to all levels of management

Experience Utilizing Case Management Programs (i.e., Navex)

Provides ongoing support and guidance to employees and leaders on HR practices, policies, and employment regulatory requirements

Partner with legal resources as needed to ensure employee relations activities adhere to company policy and legal and regulatory requirements

Drive consistencies in investigations, Performance Plans, Absence Management, Unemployment, and Grievance issues

Extensive experience with mentoring and developing managers and handling employee related issues.

A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Management or other related field (Master’s degree preferred)

Mentor and advise with people managers to proactively identify performance opportunities or concerns through detailed tools and clear communication

Play a key role in the development roll out of new initiatives and projects that support manager excellence

Deliver relevant business solutions, tools, and resources to support and positively craft the Employee Relations experience.