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Employee Relations Partner

Fred Finch Youth & Family Services
Oakland, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/25/2026
Brief Description

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Make a Real Difference. Build a Real Career

Employee Relations Partner ($102,714 - $131,091.98)

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At Fred Finch Youth & Family Services, our work isn't just meaningful — it's transformative. Year after year, our dedicated team shows up to support individuals and families navigating some of life's hardest moments. If you're passionate about people, thrive in a dynamic environment, and want your HR expertise to truly matter, we want to hear from you.

We're looking for an Employee Relations Partner who brings both heart and skill to the table — someone who can build systems, support managers, and champion a workplace culture where everyone feels respected and heard.

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This is a direct temp-to-hire role with a clearly defined initial term. You'll be treated as a full employee from day one, with benefits eligibility beginning on the first day of the month following thirty days of employment. Upon successful completion of the initial term, the position is intended to convert to a permanent, full-time position based on performance and business need.

Pay & Benefits at a Glance:

  • Starting salary $102,714 - $131,091.98 per year, paid bi-weekly. Actual compensation determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
  • 21 PTO Days per year that increases with tenure
  • 9 Nationally Observed Holidays
  • 401k matching up to 6%
  • Up to $10,000 in the Degree Assistance Program
  • Up to $1,000 annually to support work related education, certification and training
  • Affordable monthly health care premiums for you and your family
  • Student Loan Repayment Support
  • To learn more about our full benefits package, click here

Our Culture and Mission:

We envision Fred Finch as a healing-centered organization where our diverse staff at all levels feels at home. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive, grow, and explore opportunities. Together, we actively work on diversity within our organization and the communities we serve.

Fred Finch Youth & Family Services partners with individuals and communities to provide culturally responsive services that cultivate mental and physical resilience and wellness.

What You Will Do

As our Employee Relations Partner, you're not just handling HR tasks — you're shaping the employee experience. You'll serve as a trusted advisor to managers, build the systems and tools that keep our ER function running smoothly, and ensure our practices are compliant, consistent, and grounded in respect and fairness.

You'll work closely with our VP of HR to:

  • Manage employee relations matters from intake through resolution
  • Coach and support managers through complex workplace situations
  • Build and maintain documentation systems, templates, and ER logs
  • Champion a culture of inclusion, accountability, and continuous learning
  • Navigate our unionized environment with confidence and curiosity

Note: Fred Finch is a double-breasted employer with a union representing approximately 40 employees in Northern California. Familiarity with collective bargaining agreements is a plus — but a genuine willingness to learn is what matters most.

What You Bring

  • 5–7 years of progressive HR experience, including 2–3 years in an employee relations or consultative role
  • Expert knowledge of HR best practices and employment law
  • Strong investigation, mediation, and conflict resolution skills
  • Sharp documentation instincts and exceptional attention to detail
  • Experience advising business leaders and partnering across all levels of an organization
  • Curiosity about AI tools and how they can improve HR processes
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • HR certification (HRCI, SHRM, or similar) is a plus but not required

Above all, we're looking for someone who leads with integrity, listens with empathy, and brings a genuine commitment to making the workplace better for everyone.

Join our team as: Employee Relations Partner

Fred Finch Youth & Family Services (FF) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FF does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Salary : $102,714 - $131,092

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