Employee Relations Specialist

• Application Deadline: April 30 2026
• Multiple locations
• Hybrid
• Hourly salary: $25 - $34

Job Description

Evaluate employee inquiries and problems to determine best course of action; provide advice and guidanceConduct thorough and timely workplace investigations and make recommendations on appropriate course of action including formal levels of disciplinary action (e.g. reprimand suspension reassignment/reduction or termination) to minimize legal riskCreate chronological history of relevant issues; ensure the accuracy of the content and that the document is legally defensible/soundResolve issues involving discipline performance employee concerns attendance personnel actions and employment policies/procedures and laws (e.g. EEO AAP FMLA ADEA ADA)Apply knowledge of theories principles and practices of human resource management; research and evaluate employment practices and make recommendationsAnalyze exit survey turnover and other employee data to produce metrics outlining the current state and provide recommendations to internal customersMaintain working knowledge of regulatory requirements and practices including changes and new legislationResearch Navy Federal policies procedures and past practices to ensure consistency in all adverse employment actionsReview performance appraisals as needed; evaluate the content of the appraisal to ensure fairness consistency accuracy and legal complianceConfer and consult with Office of the General Counsel (OGC) and external law offices on litigation cases; provides detailed case analysis and documentation as neededApply knowledge of federal international and state employment laws to provide advice guidance and counseling to employees and managementRepresent Navy Federal in unemployment hearings and appeals as necessaryAssist in composing internal and external communicationsLeads and/or provides support for projects and initiatives within the business unit and/or across the organizationResearch compile review and analyze reportsParticipate in training initiatives with new Employee Relations team membersPerform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Effective knowledge in local state and federal employment regulationsEffective knowledge of federal and state leave and disability laws related to benefits HIPPA FMLA ADA and substance abuseExperience in managing multiple priorities independently and/or in a team environment to achieve goalsAbility to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrityDesired - Basic knowledge of Navy Federal Human Resources policies procedures and programsDesired - Basic knowledge of Navy Federals functions philosophy operations and organizational objectivesDesired - PHR/SHRM-CP or SPHR/SHRM-SCP CertificationEffective skill applying local state and federal employment regulationsEffective research analytical and problem solving skillsAdvanced verbal and written communication skillsAdvanced skill to influence negotiate and persuade to reach agreeable exchange and positive outcomesAdvanced skill presenting findings conclusions alternatives and information clearly and conciselyAdvanced organizational planning and time management skillsEffective skill working with diverse internal and external contactsAdvanced skill building effective relationships through rapport trust diplomacy and tactEffective skill navigating multiple screens and PC applications and adapting to new technologiesBachelors Degree in Human Resources Business Administration or the equivalent combination of training education and experience