Employee Relations Specialist

Endeavor Health•Skokie, IL

6d•$33 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

The Employee Relations Specialist serves as the center of expertise for Endeavor Human Resources policies, practices, and procedures. The specialist administers and assists management in applying corporate policies and activities to promote consistency. In partnership with Business HR, the role advocates for employees and advises managers on complex employee relations matters, including policy interpretation, corrective actions, investigations, and positive employee relations strategies. The position is based in Warrenville and Skokie, Illinois, and requires travel between Endeavor entities. It is full time, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field.
At least 3 years of HR generalist and/or employee relations experience.
In-depth, current knowledge of local, state, and federal laws related to employment policies and practices.
Ability to help managers resolve personnel and labor issues through advice and counsel, using creativity and flexibility.
Ability to prepare and present written materials, including investigation reports, employee resolution process responses, and position statements.
PC proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and other proprietary systems.
Strong interpersonal skills and effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to handle public contact with discretion, tact, and courtesy.
Ability to prioritize and organize work, work independently, and make sound, defensible decisions.
Ability to travel between Endeavor entities.

Nice To Haves

HR generalist or employee relations experience in a healthcare setting.
Labor relations experience.

Responsibilities

Investigate internal and external complaints or charges involving violations of Endeavor policies or employment laws, and prepare appropriate responses.
Review corrective actions and requests for suspensions and terminations to ensure compliance with Endeavor policies and procedures.
Gather and organize documentation for information requests and assist with hearings as needed.
Provide investigatory support to the Director on complex employee relations matters and the employee resolution process.
Assist the Director and outside legal counsel in preparing for unemployment and government agency hearings.
Advise managers on complex employee relations matters, policy interpretation and application, wage-and-hour compliance, FMLA, harassment policy, leave-of-absence policies, and union avoidance strategies.
Partner with the Director to prepare and present management training on employment practices and policy or procedure changes, and provide in-service education as warranted.
Ensure consistent practices and administration of policies and procedures.
Represent Human Resources on assigned Endeavor committees.
Participate in organizational initiatives assigned by the Director.
Perform other duties as assigned.