Employee Relations Manager - Restrictions & Accommodations

The Walt Disney Company • Anaheim, CA

4d • $115,300 - $140,900 • Onsite

About The Position

This role will perform Employee Relations Manager – Restrictions & Accommodations (ERM) related duties to include: Providing guidance and services specific to advancing investigations, communicating policies and practices, and advising on workplace matters. Enhancing the employee experience by engaging with leaders and employees during critical moments in the life cycle of the employment relationship such as workplace concerns and accommodation requests. Assisting with implementing company-wide strategies to enable decisions that are consistent with company policies, values & culture. Integrating with key partners to drive solutions that promote inclusion, employee engagement, and business results. This position will be located in Anaheim, CA.

Requirements

• Minimum 3-years of strong experience conducting investigations in a professional level role.
• Critical thinker, with demonstrated experience supporting implementation of Company initiatives at an operational level.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, where reactive actions might be necessary.
• Ability to establish and nurture collaborative and inclusive workplace relationships, and approach work with a sense of strong compassion and empathy.
• A catalyst for team engagement and cross-functional integration when delivering against the work.
• Ability to analyze data, trends, and insights to identify the root cause of the event.
• Demonstrated experience in consulting and/or delivering solution recommendations.
• Strong conflict resolution skills.
• Strong presentation skills: must be able to confidently make recommendations to HR partners and senior business leaders.
• Ability to manage high priority demands.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Able to prioritize workload and support projects against strict deadlines.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential situations with objectivity.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual speaking/writing
• Experience with Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Background in disability management.
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state laws / regulations (including but not limited to Title VII, ADA, ADAAA and FMLA).

Responsibilities

• Promote knowledge and understanding amongst leaders and employees regarding company policies, Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and state law equivalent laws through employee outreach, coaching, presentations, and training.
• Conduct timely, objective, and thorough internal investigations including but not limited to allegations of inappropriate conduct, harassment, discrimination, and retaliation.
• Review medical and religious accommodation requests; conduct timely, objective and thorough interactive conversations with employees to evaluate their individual needs, as well as business requirements of the role.
• Maintain detailed and accurate accounts of investigations/accommodation interactions with timely memorialization of notes and supporting documents into the case management system.
• Communicate investigation/accommodation request outcomes to employees.
• Support the Employee Relations in reviewing ER data/metrics for themes, trends, and root cause identification.
• Assist with sharing findings with key partners in order to develop and deliver an integrated plan that links to organization and people strategies, helping to advance the deliverables and priorities of the company.
• Collaborate with clients and key stakeholders on performance and change management solutions.
• Facilitate training and support project work as needed.

What This Job Offers

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