What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employee Relations Specialist position at University of Wisconsin-Stout HR?
The Employment Relations Specialist at the University of Wisconsin - Stout is responsible for serving as a liaison between employees, supervisors and management.
They will interpret contracts, conduct employment investigations, and serve as a point of contact for faculty and staff hearings.
Responsibilities
- Advises employees, supervisors, managers, and human resources staff regarding sensitive employee issues and documents activities according to established policies and procedures.
- Serves as subject matter expert for employee relations policies and processes.
- Assists in the development and delivery of programs and policies aligned with objectives and employee relations strategies.
- Schedules logistics and secures resources for managers regarding the resolution of workforce relations issues.
- Participates in grievance issues, employee disciplinary transactions and terminations, and exit interviews.
- Drafts, updates, and presents training material.
Department Information
The University of Wisconsin – Stout's (UW-Stout) Human Resources (HR) office provides leadership, policy development, guidance, and functional expertise to sustain and engage a talented, diverse workforce in one of the nation's premier higher education systems.
We are a trusted partner that values diversity, promotes equity, nurtures resilience, and considers the impact of decisions on our greatest resource: people.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a higher education environment or public sector.
- PHR (Professional in Human Resources) or equivalent HR certification.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills evidenced by the ability to work effectively across multiple levels of the organization.
