Employee Relations Partner

PeaceHealth • Vancouver, WA

18h • Onsite

About The Position

PeaceHealth is seeking an Employee Relations Partner in Vancouver, Washington. This role serves as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert to leaders and caregivers on employee relations matters, providing guidance, coaching, and support to address workplace concerns and foster positive caregiver experiences. The partner proactively identifies risks, trends, and emerging issues, collaborates with internal partners to assess situations, and develops and implements effective, compliant solutions. The role builds relationships across the organization to support consistent application of policies, practices, and organizational values. It also requires ongoing professional development to strengthen employee relations expertise and respond to evolving organizational and workforce needs.

The position works closely with leaders, caregivers, HR colleagues, Centers of Excellence, the HR Service Center, Legal, Compliance, and other stakeholders. The role supports employee and labor relations matters, workplace investigations, conflict resolution, policy interpretation, performance and conduct concerns, and strategies that promote workforce effectiveness, caregiver well-being, and a respectful and inclusive workplace.

The position is predominantly based in an office environment, with some time spent on site in a medical or hospital setting. It is sedentary work involving frequent computer and office-equipment use and occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds. The annual salary range is $91,748–$137,633; the hiring rate depends on factors including education, training, work experience, applicable collective bargaining agreement terms, and seniority.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent knowledge and skills obtained through a combination of education, training, and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of human resources experience or equivalent leadership experience, including an understanding of a shared services organization.
• Previous experience in an HRBP or equivalent role, with a strong orientation toward relationship development.
• Labor relations experience.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance and federal and state laws, with working knowledge of multiple human resources disciplines.
• Knowledge of employee and labor relations.
• Mediation and conflict resolution skills.
• Investigation skills.
• Ability to develop and present concise information.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of operations within the healthcare industry.
• Ability to identify, use, and interpret workforce-related metrics.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Proficiency with a major HRIS solution.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Certified Professional Human Resources, SHRM Certified Professional, Certified Senior Professional Human Resources, or SHRM Senior Certified Professional certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic advisor to leaders and caregivers on workplace concerns, policy interpretation, performance issues, conduct matters, conflict resolution, and consistent application of organizational practices.
• Conduct timely and thorough assessments of employee relations concerns and identify risks, trends, and root causes.
• Partner with leaders and internal stakeholders to develop and implement resolutions aligned with organizational values, policies, and legal requirements.
• Provide consultation, coaching, and support to leaders managing employee and labor relations issues, workplace relationships, employee engagement, and respectful and inclusive work environments.
• Facilitate workplace conflict resolution through coaching, mediation, and problem-solving techniques.
• Conduct or support workplace investigations and reviews, ensuring matters are handled objectively, confidentially, and in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with HR colleagues, Centers of Excellence, the HR Service Center, Legal, Compliance, and other stakeholders on complex matters and consistent practices.
• Collaborate with HR leadership and business leaders to identify emerging employee relations trends and organizational risks, and recommend proactive strategies and interventions.
• Build relationships with leaders and caregivers and serve as a resource and advocate for fair, consistent, values-based employment practices.
• Pursue professional development to strengthen employee relations expertise and skills.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer base and matching contributions.
• Paid time off.
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance, with additional buy-up coverage options.
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement.
• Wellness benefits.
• Expanded employee assistance program and mental health program.

What This Job Offers

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