What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employee Relations Specialist position at 200 UM Corp (Enterprise)?
Current Employees: If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this tip sheet. CORE JOB SUMMARY The Employee Relations Specialist is responsible for managing an array of investigative and compliance-related activities on behalf of the Office of Employee Relations. This individual works independently, and initiates and/or performs investigative activities, as directed. The individual effectively administers the University’s equal employment opportunity policies and procedures to ensure alignment with the University’s continuous efforts in providing equal access and adherence to applicable laws. This individual will design and conduct related trainings on various topics, such as diversity awareness, employment laws, and other EO/diversity issues. This individual will also be responsible for facilitating and developing strategies to improve supervisor/employee relations, manage complaint processes, including receiving investigating, analyzing, and making recommendations; assist in compiling information and writing responses/investigative findings for internal and external complaints. CORE JOB FUNCTIONS Prepares investigative plans identifying the bases and issues involved, including, but not limited to: the scope of the investigation; potential sources of evidence; individuals to be interviewed; etc. Investigates internal and external complaints/charges involving discrimination, harassment and/or retaliation within established timeline. Prepares responses to external charges and internal complaints for review and approval by supervisor. Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of employment-related legislation, regulations and guidance in order to provide professional consultation and assistance to managers, supervisors, employees, faculty and students. Provides support, guidance and training to individuals on employee relations, diversity and equal opportunity topics. Also, trains HR partners on proper investigation practices. Supports the roll-out of training on new HR policies. Manages and administers a broad range of tasks, including resolving complaints, counseling individuals on University’s policies and procedures. Assists in administering the University’s Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action programs. Liaises with other functional units within Human Resources, including Client Services, Recruitment, Records, Talent and Organizational Development, Compensation, Payroll, and Benefits on various matters. Assists in the management of the department’s case management system, including the entry, follow-up and closure of case files in an accurate and compliant manner. Performs cross-functional department projects, as assigned. Conducts all aspects of the job with appropriate level of confidentiality and sensitivity to employee and organizational data by storing documents carefully and disclosing confidential information only on a need-to-know basis. Represents the department before various groups and entities, as assigned. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary. CORE QUALIFICATIONS Education: Master’s degree in relevant field. Juris Doctor degree highly preferred. Certification and Licensing: N/A Experience: With Juris Doctor degree, 1 – 2 years of relevant experience. With Master’s Degree in related field, 3 – 5 years of relevant experience. Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes: Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships. Skill in collecting, organizing and analyzing data. Ability to lead, motivate, develop and train others. Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion. Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment Proficiency in computer software (i.e. Microsoft Office) The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information. Job Status: Full time Employee Type: Staff Pay Grade: A10 The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System ("UHealth") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation. The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit welcome.miami.edu/about-um to learn more about our points of pride. The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings. Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019. The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022. Transforming lives With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe. The University is committed to fostering a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to add value. Through values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity, and Teamwork (DIRECCT) the U community works together to create an environment driven by purpose, excellence, community, and service.
