Employee Relations Specialist

About the Role The Employee Relations Specialist serves as the center of expertise for Endeavor Health policies, practices and procedures. The ER Specialist administers and assists management in applying corporate policies to ensure consistency, acting as an internal consultant to managers on complex employee relations matters and guiding investigations and corrective actions. What You'll Do

• Investigate complaints and/or charges filed internally and externally regarding violations of Endeavor policies and state/federal employment laws; prepare appropriate responses.
• Review corrective actions and requests for suspensions and terminations to ensure compliance with Endeavor policies and procedures.
• Gather and organize documentation for information requests and assist in hearings as necessary.
• Provide investigatory support to the Director in complex employee relations matters and in the employee resolution process.
• Assist the Director and outside legal counsel in preparation for unemployment and government agency hearings.
• Serve as internal consultant to managers regarding complex employee relations matters, NorthShore policy interpretation and application, wage and hour compliance, FMLA, Harassment policy, Leave of Absence policies, and union avoidance strategies.
• Partner with the Director to prepare and present management training in connection with employment practices, changes in policies and procedures, and in-service education as warranted.
• Ensure consistency with practice and administration of policies and procedures.
• Represent Human Resources on various Endeavor committees as assigned.
• Participate in organization initiatives as assigned by the Director.
• Other duties as assigned. What We're Looking For
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field.
• Experience: 3+ years HR generalist and/or employee relations experience; healthcare setting preferred; labor relations experience preferred.
• Unique or Preferred Skills: Knowledge of local, state and federal employment laws; ability to advise managers in resolution of personnel and labor issues; ability to prepare and present written material (investigation reports, employee resolution process responses, position statements); PC proficiency; strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills; ability to handle public contact with discretion, tact and courtesy; ability to prioritize and organize work, work independently, and make sound and defensible decisions.
• Travel: Position requires travel between Endeavor entities. Compensation & Benefits
• Salary: $32.60 - $48.90 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)
• Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurance; Tuition Reimbursement; Free Parking; Wellness Program Savings Plan; Health Savings Account Options; Retirement Options with Company Match; Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay; Community Involvement Opportunities.