Employee Relations Specialist

Temple University Health System • Philadelphia, PA

22d • Onsite

About The Position

Temple Health is a dynamic network of hospitals, specialty centers, and physician practices dedicated to advancing disease research, medical science, and healthcare education. The Employee Relations Specialist supports a diverse workforce, including clinical, administrative, and union-represented staff, in a dynamic, 24/7 healthcare environment. This role is responsible for fostering a positive, equitable, and legally compliant workplace across assigned departments. The Specialist advises managers and employees on performance management, conduct, policy interpretation, and employee relations matters. They conduct prompt, thorough, and impartial workplace investigations, analyze findings, and recommend appropriate corrective or disciplinary actions. This position collaborates with operational leadership to resolve employee concerns, ensure consistent policy application, mitigate organizational risk, and promote fair employment practices within a complex healthcare setting.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• 3 years progressive experience in a related Human Resources role
• 2 years experience in conducting workplace investigations

Nice To Haves

• Proficient in Human Resources (PHR) certification
• Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification

Responsibilities

• Support a positive, equitable, and legally compliant workplace environment across assigned departments within Temple Health.
• Advise managers and employees on performance management, conduct, policy interpretation, and employee relations matters.
• Conduct prompt, thorough, and impartial workplace investigations.
• Analyze investigation findings and recommend appropriate corrective or disciplinary action consistent with organizational standards and applicable employment laws.
• Partner closely with operational leadership to resolve employee concerns, ensure consistent application of policies, mitigate organizational risk, and promote fair and respectful employment practices.

What This Job Offers

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