Employee and Labor Relations Specialist

Job Description

Employment Type: Fulltime State Employee

Location: Onsite

Benefits: Comprehensive state benefits package including generous retirement contributions health insurance paid leave tuition assistance and more.

About the Role

Our Client is seeking an Employee and Labor Relations Specialist to serve as a key resource in fostering positive working relationships between employees managers and labor unions. This role requires a proactive and strategic professional who thrives in a fastpaced environment can work independently and is driven to deliver highimpact results with minimal oversight.

The ideal candidate is a selfstarter who brings strong problemsolving skills a commitment to customer service and a deep understanding of employee relations labor law and workplace policies. As part of the universitys HR team this role plays a critical function in guiding leadership and employees through complex employment matters while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a primary point of contact for employees and managers addressing workplace concerns mediating disputes and fostering a culture of open communication.
• Conduct investigations into employee complaints workplace conflicts and policy violations ensuring fair and timely resolutions.
• Provide expert guidance on performance management disciplinary actions and conflict resolution strategies.

• Serve as a liaison between university leadership and labor unions ensuring compliance with collective bargaining agreements.
• Assist in grievance resolution contract interpretation and negotiations working closely with leadership and legal counsel as needed.
• Monitor trends and developments in labor law to proactively address emerging workforce challenges.

• Ensure university policies align with federal and state employment laws including ADA FMLA FLSA Title IX and EEOC regulations.
• Develop and conduct training sessions for managers and employees on workplace policies labor agreements and best practices in employee relations.
• Maintain meticulous documentation of investigations employee interactions and laborrelated matters to mitigate legal risks.

• Provide guidance to leadership on proactive strategies to enhance employee engagement retention and workplace culture.
• Collaborate with HR partners to drive initiatives that support organizational goals while ensuring a positive and legally compliant work environment.
• Utilize data and analytics to identify trends and make informed recommendations on improving employee relations practices.

What Were Looking For

Experience & Education:

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration Labor Relations or a related field required.
• Minimum 35 years of experience in employee relations labor relations or human resources within a large organization preferably in higher education or the public sector.
• Experience handling employee investigations grievances and policy interpretation is strongly preferred.

• Independent Thinker & SelfStarter: Must be able to hit the ground running make sound decisions with minimal supervision and manage multiple complex issues effectively.
• Problem Solver: Demonstrated ability to assess situations identify risks and develop strategic solutions quickly.
• CustomerFocused: A strong serviceoriented mindset with the ability to build relationships and provide timely solutionsdriven guidance to employees and managers.
• Excellent Communication: Ability to communicate complex HR concepts in a clear professional and approachable manner.
• Strong Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple priorities meet deadlines and maintain meticulous records.
• Knowledge of Employment Law: Strong understanding of federal and state labor laws including ADA Title VII FMLA and FLSA.

Why Join the Team

As a state university employee youll enjoy a robust benefits package that includes:

• Exceptional Retirement Plans with employer contributions
• Comprehensive Health Dental and Vision Coverage
• Generous Paid Time Off including vacation sick leave and holidays
• Tuition Assistance & Professional Development Opportunities
• Job Stability & WorkLife Balance in a missiondriven environment

If you are a proactive resultsdriven HR professional who thrives on resolving complex employee relations issues while delivering outstanding service we encourage you to apply!

Apply today and be part of a team committed to making a difference in higher education!