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Employee Relations Specialist - Department of Human Resources

The Employee Relations Specialist is responsible for conducting incident and disciplinary investigations and departmental administrative reviews, as well as review and access witness reports, incident reports, statements, and other workplace reports and findings submitted by departments, managers, or staff to determine if policy violations have occurred. S/he will also be responsible for drafting and issuing reports with official findings and proposed solutions to resolve employee relations matter. The incumbent works closely with HR Client Services, the Office of Institutional Diversity Equity and Affirmative Action (IDEAA), the University's Office of General Counsel, the Office of Compliance and Ethics, and others on a variety of matters concerning workplace behavior. Reporting to the University Director for Employee Relations & Engagement, the Employee Relations Specialist has additional duties that include but are not limited to:

Investigations and Reports

• Conducts investigations in response to complaints involving reported employee workplace behavior issues which may result in progressive discipline.
• Drafts investigative reports based on findings relating to workplace behavior.
• Leads and/or assists and provides guidance to departmental investigators engaged in incident investigations.
• Reviews departmental investigation reports into workplace behavior which could lead to progressive discipline and make recommendations based on findings.

Employee Relations and Engagement

• Handles grievances filed under the HR Dispute Resolution Policy and/or applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement and presents findings.
• Provides guidance to employees, business partners, and stakeholders regarding employee relations issues and policy interpretation and application.
• Works with HR staff and business partners to address existing or potential employee relations issues.
• Works with HR staff and University business partners including, but not limited to, IDEAA, the Office of General Counsel, Internal Audit, and others on employee relations matters (such as behavioral issues, layoffs, disciplinary actions, layoffs, policy application and enforcement).

Training, Committee Participation, & Additional Duties

• Creates and conducts comprehensive live and electronic training for University employees, department managers, and divisions on matters related to employee relations, progressive discipline, and performance management.
• Serves on relevant University committees, representing HR as may be determined by the Director for Employee Relations and Engagement.
• Completes other duties, as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in an appropriate specialization
• Three (3) to six (6) years of relevant HR or relevant and applicable work experience
• Demonstrated proficiency in the application of HR policies and practices
• Knowledge of labor relations law and practice, state and federal wage, hour laws, and FLSA
• Strong investigatory skills with attention to accuracy and detail
• Strong analytical, problem solving, written, and verbal communications skills
• Ability to interface and effectively communicate with various levels of management
• Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information with a high degree of professionalism
• Ability to relate to a culturally diverse university community; and to work well under stressful conditions

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters in related field
• Higher education experience
• Familiarity with Work Day

Salary Hiring Range: $75,000 - $80,000

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Submission Guidelines:

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Need Assistance:

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click here for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at 202-687-4798 or ideaa@georgetown.edu .

Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website .

EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation) , disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law .

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a wide variety of comprehensive and competitive benefits. Benefits packages include comprehensive health, dental and vision plans, disability and life insurance coverage, retirement savings programs, tuition assistance, voluntary insurance options (including group legal, accident, and critical illness), and much more. Whatever your need, the Office of Faculty and Staff Benefits will be standing by to support you. You can learn more about the benefits offered to eligible faculty and staff at https://benefits.georgetown.edu or view the online interactive benefits guide for more information.