People and Culture Investigator, Labor Relations II

Summary of PositionThis position will primarily be responsible for performing investigations related to complaints by or about production employees as well as those involving facility employees who support production. These production employees are mainly located in North America and the majority are represented by a variety of industry unions and guilds including but not limited to WGA DGA DGC SAG-AFTRA UBCP/ACTRA IATSE IBEW Teamsters Laborers AFM etc. The nature of employee complaints include but are not limited to harassment & discrimination; insubordination; bullying or hostile work environment; retaliation; drugs & alcohol; conflict of interest; verbal altercations; threats and violence in the workplace; misappropriation of company property or theft. The position will be responsible for recommending and issuing discipline if needed; as well as providing coaching and counseling to appropriate candidate would be able to: Demonstrate knowledge of and experience with the complaint process. Assess the interconnection of employment laws that impact an investigation and its outcomes such as ADA EEOC FLSA NLRA etc. Recommend and implement the appropriate discipline up to and including discharge when appropriate. This may require interaction with a variety of other Warner Bros. Discovery divisions including Corporate Legal Security Leave of Absence and facility and production executives. Manage and coordinate matters with Labor Relations professional staff and key stakeholders in the investigation process including but not limited to production executives legal counsel human resources representatives etc. Ensure effective workflow within the organization. Must understand interpret and communicate priorities in a diplomatic Responsibilities % of TimePerforming Investigations 100%Interview and Documentation position independently develops the investigation strategy for their assigned complaints which includes but is not limited to: Identifying and developing the questions for each interview with Complainants Witnesses Respondents and other related individuals such as union and guild representatives agents managers and attorneys. Assess whether other departments need to be consulted and engage with them including but not limited to Security for threat assessments; Leave of Absence regarding intersecting claims of Workers Comp American with Disability Act Family Medical Leave Act; compliance regarding conflicts of interest audit processes; etc. Reach a more likely than not conclusion based on an unbiased determination of the facts 60 Independently provide investigatory outcome reports to stakeholders; and Independently analyze and recommend the appropriate disciplinary outcome to stakeholders and immediate supervisor based on the misconduct Company policy practice and Collective Bargaining Agreement terms and conditions. 10 Independently issue employee the disciplinary outcome including but not limited to warning suspension demotion training Employee Assistance Program Referrals layoff or discharge; and Independently draft unique memorializing document or conditional employment agreement for each investigation. 20Independently handle any grievances associated with investigation and negotiate and document any required settlements 10Total 100%JOB QUALIFICATION STANDARDSWork Experience 3 years of experience with working in employee relations human resources legal or commensurate environment requiredEducation Professional Training Technical Training or Certification College Degree in related field or equivalent experience Previous experience working in a production and/or union environment is beneficial but not required Must have computer skills in Word and Outlook; and Excel is preferred Must be able to work flexible hours including possible overtime when necessary Knowledge of employment law is required Strong verbal and written communication skills required Must have the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with persons on all levels in person and on the telephone Must have strong writing skills and ability Must have the ability to pay close attention to detail and understand written and oral instructions. Must have the ability to independently organize prioritize and schedule work effectively Must have the ability to work well under time constraints Must be able to handle multiple tasks Must be able to be discreet and to keep information strictly confidential Must be able to work in a fast-paced environmentManagement has the right to add or change duties and job requirements at any time. Project Code :