Employee and Labor Relations Specialist - Office of Human Resources (CS27-025)

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville • Edwardsville, IL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Employee & Labor Relations Specialist – Office of Human Resources. This role provides guidance and interpretation to supervisors regarding employee performance issues and recommends appropriate steps to take. The specialist will also administer and interpret labor-management agreements on behalf of university management and employees. SIUE is a significant employer in the Metropolitan St. Louis area with a substantial economic impact on the region.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Administration, Management, Organizational Administration, Public Administration, Labor Relations, Business Administration or a field closely related to the position.
• Two (2) years (24 months) of work experience performing professional-level human resources duties.
• Two years of experience handling employee relations issues such as conducting investigations, issuing discipline, coaching managers on employee performance, etc.

Nice To Haves

• Superior skills in writing/documentation, assessing employee relations situations, and taking a coaching/collaborative approach to recommend appropriate actions
• Excellent verbal/communication skills, in particular the ability to analyze and interpret HR policies and translate them clearly at all levels of the university
• Demonstrated ability to effectively consult with and influence leadership at all levels, providing clear guidance on employee relations matters, performance management, and appropriate corrective action

Responsibilities

• Assist leadership in drafting performance-based and conduct-based action documents, including Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs), counseling memos, and disciplinary actions
• Assist in conducting pre-disciplinary actions such as required documentation, meeting updates, and follow-up etc.
• Support the Assistant Director and Manager of Employee & Labor Relations in grievance hearings and administrative inquiries
• Serve as the liaison between business agents, bargaining units, and university management
• Assist in training and supervising staff on employee & labor relations topics such as working conditions and safety
• Stay informed of federal and state labor laws and regulations, applying them effectively in complex situations

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level