Employee Relations Specialist

Employee Relations Specialist

Location: Kahului Hawaii
Reports to: Chief People Officer
Employment Type: Full-Time
Department: Human Resources
Compensation: $75000 - $85000

The Opportunity

At Alpha Inc. people are our power. From construction sites to boardrooms our strength comes from unity respect and accountability. Were looking for an Employee Relations Specialist who can protect and elevate that culture someone who leads with empathy solves problems with integrity and helps our people thrive.

This isnt a paperwork HR role. Its boots-on-the-ground heart-in-the-game work building trust resolving challenges and ensuring every Alpha employee feels seen supported and set up for success. Youll be the bridge between leadership and team members balancing compassion with compliance and turning tough conversations into opportunities for growth.

If you believe in fairness transparency and people-first problem solving this is where youll make your mark.

About Alpha Inc.

Founded and grown in Hawaii Alpha Inc. is a locally owned leader in heavy civil construction renewable energy concrete services and water well drilling. Were committed to building Hawaiis future through innovation integrity and purpose one project one partnership and one person at a time.

We live by three core values that shape how we work and lead:

• Lead with Heart Approaching every endeavor with humility empathy and respect.
• Strength in Unity Fostering trust and collaboration to achieve collective success.
• Alpha Mentality Demonstrating grit accountability and a relentless drive to excel.

Together were not just building infrastructure were building legacies that last for generations.

What You Will Do

As an Employee Relations Specialist youll play a key role in shaping the employee experience at Alpha Inc. Youll support leaders and teams to ensure fairness compliance and connection across the organization.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Partnering with supervisors and managers to address performance or behavioral concerns through coaching documentation and action planning.
• Conducting fair timely investigations into employee complaints or workplace issues.
• Supporting company-wide performance evaluations and 90-day check-ins for new hires.
• Facilitating terminations and exit interviews identifying trends that inform better retention strategies.
• Ensuring compliance with Affirmative Action Plans (AAP) and VETS-4212
• Collaborating with the Safety team to support OSHA compliance and promote a safe respectful workplace.
• Managing key compliance programs including FMLA ADA accommodations and Workers Compensation in coordination with third-party providers.
• Assisting with onboarding plans employee transfers and promotions to ensure seamless transitions.
• Maintaining an on-site presence across project sites building relationships providing support and reinforcing Alphas culture of unity and respect.

What You Bring

• 35 years of experience in employee relations or a related HR role.
• Strong understanding of employment laws FMLA Workers Compensation and compliance practices.
• Exceptional communication conflict resolution and coaching skills.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Proficiency in HR systems and tools; a Bachelors degree in HR Business or related field preferred.
• A collaborative people-first mindset that reflects Alphas values of heart unity and grit.

Why Alpha

At Alpha Inc. were not just building infrastructurewere building Hawaiis future with purpose precision and pride. As a locally owned company we take on complex challenges with a clear mission: deliver high-impact solutions rooted in ingenuity ohana and long-term impact.

Here youll join a team that leads with heart embodies strength in unity and lives the Alpha Mentality. We value grit trust and teamworkand we believe success comes from doing the work that matters together.

If youre driven by people motivated by culture and ready to lead with both compassion and strengthyou belong at Alpha.

Requirements (Conditions of Employment)

Employment at Alpha Inc. is contingent upon the following:

• Completion of standard pre-employment screening.
• A background check conducted after a conditional offer; past issues will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis in line with Hawaii and federal law.
• Passing a drug test (for both full-time and part-time hires) conducted under Hawaiis statutory requirements.

Alpha Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity equity and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on any protected status under federal or Hawaii law. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; we are unable to sponsor visas. Employment eligibility will be verified upon hire. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process please contact us at .

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