Employee Relations Specialist

Stride, Inc.

50d•$45,517 - $85,000•Remote

About The Position

SUMMARY: The Employee Relations Specialist is responsible for handling a broad range of employee relations cases and investigations. This role partners with HRBP’s, leadership, employees and legal to ensure ER matters are handled fair and consistent. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Investigate employee relations cases such as policy violations, interpersonal conflicts, performance concerns and workplace behavior issues Conduct structured interviews with employees, managers, and witnesses to gather relevant facts Document findings and recommendations in a clear, objective, and compliant manner Provide guidance to managers on performance management, corrective action, and policy interpretation Identify ER patterns, risks, and opportunities for improvement Assist with policy updates and help ensure consistent application across teams and departments Partner with HR teams on engagement initiatives or training needs Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws as well as internal policies. Maintain confidential records and uphold the highest standards of professionalism and discretion. Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Three (3) years of employee relations experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Outstanding interpersonal and influencing skills
Excellent communicator in written and verbal form
Highest level of integrity and management of confidential information
Strong emotional intelligence to engage with all audiences
Knowledge of HR functions and HR information systems
MS365 proficient
Ability to travel 5% of the time
Ability to clear required background check

Nice To Haves

Bachelors Degree in related field of study

Responsibilities

Investigate employee relations cases such as policy violations, interpersonal conflicts, performance concerns and workplace behavior issues
Conduct structured interviews with employees, managers, and witnesses to gather relevant facts
Document findings and recommendations in a clear, objective, and compliant manner
Provide guidance to managers on performance management, corrective action, and policy interpretation
Identify ER patterns, risks, and opportunities for improvement
Assist with policy updates and help ensure consistent application across teams and departments
Partner with HR teams on engagement initiatives or training needs
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws as well as internal policies.
Maintain confidential records and uphold the highest standards of professionalism and discretion.