Employee Relations Specialist III

First Financial Bank • Abilene, TX

42d • Onsite

About The Position

As a part of the First Financial Family, we will invest in your development and provide a dynamic work environment where you’re challenged, valued and empowered every day. We strive to be the best destination for the industry’s top talent, creating a diverse, collaborative workplace that celebrates innovation and change. We are one team, working together to get things done. The incumbent has very frequent contact with officers, employees, applicants, and customers through various channels, to include email, telephone, and in-person. Work is rarely reviewed. Physical effort required is light. Incumbent does not lead or guide other employees however they will be expected to support other employees in the office. Excellent customer service skills are also required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources management, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Five years of human resources experience required
• Excellent interpersonal, counseling, and negotiation skills.
• Thorough understanding of employment laws, as well as applicable policies and federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Working knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action requirements.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
• Maintaining and reporting on workplace health and safety compliance.
• Handle workplace investigations, disciplinary and termination procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of employment, employee investigations, and reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Attention to detail, excellent self-directed work habits and good interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Position requires ability to sit for long periods using standard office computer equipment.

Nice To Haves

• PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP preferred

Responsibilities

• Support the duties of the Employee Relations Manager and conducts exit interviews, scans, reviews, and indexes documents in Synergy software application (employee electronic database), cross train in benefits administration and related processes, and other duties as assigned.
• Communicates with employees, and managers regarding employee relations concerns; provides guidance and recommendations for resolution of issues.
• Assists managers and supervisors in understanding and implementing company policies related to performance, discipline, and related topics.
• Compiles data and reporting for the development of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action programs.
• Owns the employee separation process.
• Actively participate in the Customer Service First program and support the values of the organization and follow established policies and procedures.

What This Job Offers

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