Employee Relations Specialist
Samaritan Daytop Village•New York, NY
•$73,000 - $85,000•Hybrid
About The Position
The Employee Relations Specialist serves as a strategic partner to management and employees by fostering a positive work environment, ensuring consistent application of company policies, and supporting the resolution of employee concerns. This position conducts workplace investigations, provides guidance on corrective actions, promotes compliance with employment laws, and supports initiatives that enhance employee engagement and organizational culture.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Psychology, or a closely related field
- 3–5 years of progressive HR experience, anchored by deep expertise in employee relations and sensitive workplace investigations
- Strong mastery of employment law, conflict resolution techniques, and formal investigation practices
- Demonstrated tact, exceptional judgment, and an uncompromising commitment to confidentiality
- Persuasive written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders across all organizational levels
- Proficiency in using MS Office Suite and enterprise HRIS platforms
Nice To Haves
- Experience in healthcare, human services, behavioral health, or nonprofit sectors preferred
- Professional HR certification (SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR) preferred
- Willingness to travel occasionally between organizational sites as needed
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary point of contact for employee concerns and workplace complaints
- Advise and coach managers on policies, performance issues, discipline, and separations
- Facilitate conflict resolution, mediation, and employee engagement initiatives
- Conduct thorough, impartial investigations into misconduct, harassment, and policy violations
- Analyze evidence, document findings, and determine consistent corrective actions
- Interpret, apply, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws
- Develop, update, and communicate workplace policies while protecting confidentiality
- Design and deliver leadership training on performance management, legal compliance, and workplace conduct
- Maintain complete records, track employee relations trends, and report key HR metrics to leadership
Benefits
- medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 25 days of paid time off
- access to a retirement account with an employer match
- tuition reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
