DO NOT APPLY ON INDEED!

Must apply on UNG's job board to be considered.

Link to apply: go.ung.edu/jobs

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for an Employee Relations Specialist on the Gainesville campus. The Employee Relations Specialist will serve as a trusted advisor and resource to employees, managers, and leadership on a wide range of employee relations matters. Responsibilities include providing guidance on university policies and procedures including investigating complaints, performance and progressive discipline processes, alternative dispute resolution and grievance process, ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations, managing separation and department of labor processes, and assisting with campus wellness and training initiatives. Maintains accurate and confidential case files on employee matters. Travel between all UNG campuses will be necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough and objective investigations into possible policy violations or employee complaints including, but not limited to, allegations of discrimination, harassment, and misconduct. Coordinate efforts with multiple departments to gather pertinent information and interview necessary personnel in efforts to resolve matters. Prepare an investigative report with findings and escalates matters to the Director of Employee Relations & Engagement as appropriate.
• Provide employees with guidance on university policies, procedures, and available resources. Facilitate a positive work environment by mediating conflicts and fostering collaborative problem-solving through various techniques. Clearly explain and guide employees through grievance procedures and facilitate as necessary.
• Work with supervisors on performance and behavioral management of employees, documentation of incidents, disciplinary action, and Performance Improvement Plans (PIP). Serves as liaison between employees and supervisors in resolving concerns.
• Conduct exit interviews and analyze information obtained. Assist in developing training programs that enhance employee performance, retention, and morale. Research retention strategies and propose plans to address concerns and utilize presented themes and feedback to assist with employee well-being initiatives.
• Assist in both gathering and preparing information and research related to externally initiated investigations, such as EEOC inquiries, as well as matters under review within Legal, Title IX, Audit, or other.
• Maintain and utilize Employee Relations Management software in managing investigative/documenting process.
• Manage unemployment hearing/appeal process by coordinating efforts with necessary departments to gather requested information for the Department of Labor; draft memoranda for the DOL Board of Review when contesting unemployment benefits and participate in hearings as a representative of the University.
• Coordinate termination process to include participation in meetings, removal of access, preparing letters of separation and state separation notices, internal notifications and other documents or activities related to the final employment actions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
• Excellent planning, organizational, dispute resolution, negotiation, analytical, customer service, and project management skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and implement HR policies and procedures.
• Ability to influence and build work relationships among a diverse workforce at all levels.
• Ability to foster a participative management style that utilizes teamwork.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Three to five years of experience related to the job duties above.

Preferred Qualifications

• Dispute resolution training is a plus.

Proposed Salary

Standard hiring range: $58,887 - $64,776

DO NOT APPLY ON INDEED!

Must apply on UNG's job board to be considered.

Link to apply: go.ung.edu/jobs

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,887.00 - $64,776.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Oakwood, GA 30566: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person