Employee Relations Consultant

Land O'Lakes•Arden Hills, MN

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Employee Relations Consultant provides employee relations guidance and support across the organization by conducting workplace investigations, advising on policies and employment practices, and supporting the fair and timely resolution of workplace concerns. The role also supports compliance training and audits and uses Employee Relations and compliance data to identify trends, improve processes, and increase visibility into potential risks.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field
3+ years of experience in Employee Relations, HR, Legal or a related field
In-depth knowledge of employment law
Experience leading workplace investigations
Ability to handle confidential information and escalate issues when necessary
Ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple tasks to meet commitments
Adaptable to change and capable of leading in uncertain, fast-paced situations
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
Excellent evaluation, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills
Ability to build trust across all levels of the organization

Nice To Haves

Experience with Employee Relations case management systems (e.g., HR Acuity, NAVEX EthicsPoint or similar)
Experience analyzing HR or Employee Relations data and using reporting to identify trends and support decision-making
Experience monitoring and applying state-specific HR compliance training requirements
Working knowledge of I-9 compliance

Responsibilities

Conduct Investigations: Investigate employee complaints and conflicts, ensuring resolutions are fair and timely
Maintain proper case documentation within case management systems
Lead the interpretation of employee relations policies and procedures, disciplines, and terminations for non-union facilities
Partner with labor relations experts when investigating union organized workforce
Collaborate with legal counsel on complex cases
Provide Consultation and Guidance: Consult with HR Business Partners providing guidance on investigations and accommodations
Supports ADA accommodations interactive process by working directly with impacted employees and their leaders
Make critical assessment and recommendations, while collaborating with the appropriate SME (legal, global security, etc.)
HR Compliance, Training, and Analytics: Maintain and analyze employee relations metrics, dashboards, and reporting to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
Support the planning, coordination, tracking, and reporting of required compliance training
Coordinate training programs for HR on topics such as investigations, ADA reasonable accommodations, and HR data privacy
Conduct monthly I-9 audits and supports ongoing compliance monitoring activities