Employee Relations Specialist

Job Title: Employee Relations Specialist

Location: Vienna, Virginia

Responsibilities

·      Evaluate employee inquiries and problems to determine best course of action; provide advice and guidance

·      Conduct thorough and timely workplace investigations and make recommendation appropriate course of action including formal levels of disciplinary action (e.g., reprimand, suspension, reassignment/reduction or termination) to minimize legal 

risk

·      Create chronological history of relevant issues; ensure the accuracy of the content and that the document is legally defensible/sound

·      Resolve issues involving discipline, performance, employee concerns, attendance, personnel actions, and employment policies/procedures and laws (e.g., EEO, AAP, FMLA, ADEA, ADA)

·      Apply knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of human resource management; research and evaluate employment practices and make recommendations

·      Analyse exit survey, turnover and other employee data to produce metrics outlining the current state and provide recommendations to internal customers

·      Maintain working knowledge of regulatory requirements and practices including changes and new legislation

·      Review performance appraisals as needed; evaluate the content of the appraisal to ensure fairness, consistency, accuracy and legal compliance

·      Confer and consult with Office of the General Counsel (OGC) and external law offices on litigation cases; provides detailed case analysis and documentation as needed

·      Apply knowledge of federal, international and state employment laws to provide advice, guidance, and counseling to employees and management

·      Assist in composing internal and external communications

·      Provides support for projects and initiatives within the business unit and/or across the organization

·      Research, compile, review and analyze reports

·      Participate in training initiatives with new Employee Relations team members

·      Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

·      Effective knowledge in local, state and federal employment regulations

·      Effective knowledge of federal and state leave and disability laws related to benefits, HIPPA, FMLA, ADA and substance abuse

·      Experience in managing multiple priorities independently and/or in a team environment to achieve goals

·      Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity

·      Desired - PHR/SHRM-CP or SPHR/SHRM-SCP Certification

·      Effective skill applying local, state and federal employment regulations

·      Effective research, analytical and problem-solving skills

·      Advanced verbal and written communication skills

·      Advanced skill to influence, negotiate and persuade to reach agreeable exchange 

and positive outcomes

·      Advanced skill presenting findings, conclusions, alternatives and information clearly and concisely

·      Advanced organizational, planning, and time management skills

·      Effective skill working with diverse internal and external contacts

·      Advanced skill building effective relationships through rapport, trust, diplomacy and tact

·      Effective skill navigating multiple screens and PC applications and adapting to new technologies

·      Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or the equivalent combination of training, education, and experience