Manager, Employee Relations

Department: People and Culture Reports to: Vice President, People and Culture Job Type: Full-time – Regular Job Classification: Salaried (Exempt) Workplace Location: Los Angeles – 8949 Wilshire and Museum Summary/Objective: The Manager is responsible for promoting a positive, inclusive, and compliant work environment by addressing employee concerns and ensuring compliance with company policies and employment laws. This role involves conducting in-depth investigations and providing expert guidance on employee issues. It requires strong analytical, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, along with a thorough understanding of employment laws and human resources practices. This is a hybrid role, requiring the Manager to work onsite at least 2 days per week. Additionally, the Manager must be flexible to work at our other office locations as needed. Essential Functions of the Job: Conduct thorough investigations and collaborate with People & Culture managers to provide recommendations and take appropriate actions. Advise supervisors on employee performance management, counseling, and corrective actions. Provide guidance and support to employees regarding workplace issues, policies, and procedures. Develop and analyze metrics related to employee relations to monitor trends and identify areas for improvement. Offer expert advice and support to People & Culture managers on employee relations best practices. Assist in evaluating and enhancing People & Culture employee relations policies and procedures. Maintain accurate and thorough investigatory files and reports and appropriately work with other internal departments as needed. Assist in union-related work. Act with a high degree of integrity and ensure cases are handled fairly, consistently, transparently, timely, and comprehensively. Maintain absolute discretion and confidentiality at all times. A commitment to diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion. Required Competencies: A bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field is preferred. Examples of related fields include Psychology, Business Administration, and Organizational Management; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of the bachelor’s degree. At least 2 - 3 years of work experience in Human Resources with a focus on employee relations. Proven experience and understanding of workplace investigations, unions, and labor relations. Comprehensive knowledge of employment and human resources practices, procedures, and laws, involving performance management, corrective action, and progressive discipline including termination of employment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to write concise reports. Intermediate proficiency in MS Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Demonstrated ability to remain collaborative and objective while under pressure. Demonstrated work experience work experience in problem-solving and decision-making skills. Proven ability to self-manage and self-direct multiple competing priorities. Ability to multitask while working in an environment with demanding timeframes and competing interests. A commitment to diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion. Required Vaccination: Full vaccination against COVID-19 is required, including any booster vaccinations as applicable. Exception: Medical and religious accommodations approved by the Office of People & Culture. Compensation: The expected starting salary for this role is $75,000. The actual base pay offered will be determined by factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and other factors permitted by law. Decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis.) Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. 15 days of PTO, plus company-paid holidays. Additional time off including summer hours, winter hours, and a cultural floating holiday. Paid sick leave. Paid parental leave. 401k retirement plan with a company match Clean Air Commuter Program Employee Assistance Program through CompPsych Guidance Resources. Wellness benefits through Cigna Healthcare. Free access to 16,000+ online courses through LinkedIn Learning Free Academy membership screenings Free tickets and screenings at the Academy Museum Employee discounts through LifeMart and Working Advantage @museumLI