Director of Employee Relations

Fairlead • Portsmouth, VA

47d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Employee Relations develops and implements strategies for a positive work environment by managing employee relations programs, resolving conflicts, ensuring policy compliance, and advising senior management on employee-related matters. This role plans, leads, directs, develops, and coordinates the policies, activities, and staff, ensuring Legal Compliance and implementation of the organization's Mission.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of labor laws, employment regulations, and Human Resources best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in conducting investigations and maintaining confidentiality.
• Strategic and analytical thinking to use data for decision-making and program implementation.
• Project management skills to handle multiple priorities and lead initiatives.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization's HRIS and other Human Resources systems.
• Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or similar, preferred.
• Ten (10) years of leadership experience in Human Resources, preferred.
• Must be able to travel locally to various company sites.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Trains new staff in the department.
• Oversees the daily workflow of the department.
• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.
• Handles all Human Resources investigations
• Reviews all Corrective Actions and Terminations of employees in accordance with company policy, while ensuring legal compliance.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree or MBA preferred.
• Human Resources certification preferred
• Capability of advancing beyond this position.

Responsibilities

• Policy and Program Development: Create, review, and implement company policies, handbooks, and procedures to ensure a fair and positive work environment and compliance with labor laws.
• Conflict Resolution: Manage and resolve employee concerns, disputes, and misconduct allegations through fair and consistent processes, including conducting thorough investigations.
• Training and Development: Provide training and guidance to managers and employees on employee relations issues, compliance, and best practices.
• Compliance and Legal: Ensure the organization adheres to all federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations. This includes staying updated on legal changes and providing guidance on compliance.
• Labor Relations: Manage relationships with labor unions (if any), including collective bargaining, and ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements.
• Strategic Advising: Act as a senior advisor to leadership on personnel matters, employee engagement, and strategies to align the workforce with company values and objectives.
• Employee Engagement: Develop and implement initiatives to improve employee satisfaction, retention, and overall engagement.
• Performs other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services