HR Specialist- Employee Relations (Bilingual)

Seaboard Marine•Miami, FL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for a variety of HR Generalist functions with an emphasis on employee relations and workplace investigations. This position also assists with performance management and compliance. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. GEOGRAPHIC REGION: Applications out of the geographic region for this position will not be considered.

Requirements

A minimum of two (2) years of current HR experience with a strong focus on Employee Relations, including progressive discipline, performance management, workplace investigations, and coaching in a corporate environment.
Working knowledge of employment laws, guidelines, and other applicable local, State, and Federal laws with the ability to apply this knowledge to employee relations decisions.
Strong experience drafting and reviewing employee relations documentation (disciplinary actions, performance improvement plans, investigation summaries) with attention to accuracy, consistency, and legal/compliance considerations.
Demonstrated ability to foster positive employee relations and partner with management to drive HR and business initiatives.
Bachelor’s Degree or currently pursuing degree in HR Management or current SHRM Certification (PHR, SPHR, or GPHR).
Intermediate skills in programs such as MS Word and Outlook.
Proficiency in Excel (must know how to use IF statements, create complex formulas, perform VLOOKUP’s, countifs, conditional formatting, pivot tables, and reports.
Must have advanced written and verbal communication skills both in English and Spanish to communicate at different levels throughout the organization and with exterior organizations, candidates, etc.
Must have the ability to read and write at an Advanced level in a business environment.
Possess organizational and time management skills with ability to prioritize and be detail-oriented.
Possess high energy level, comfortable performing multifaceted projects in conjunction with normal activities.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision, multitask, and possess strong initiative.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, vendors, and fellow employees.
Ability to think logically, establish and follow procedures, instructions, and make sound decisions.
Ability to exercise independent judgment within established systems and procedures.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, extended hours, holidays, and/or weekends as needed.
Must be able to obtain a TWIC card within 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a high-volume or operational environment managing multiple employee relations cases simultaneously is strongly preferred.
Proficiency with HRIS systems is a plus.
Prior experience preparing for litigation and dealing with counsel requests.

Responsibilities

Managing the full lifecycle of employee relations matters, including issuing and reviewing disciplinary actions, supporting performance evaluations, coaching supervisors on employee performance concerns, and ensuring consistent application of company policies.
Perform Investigations related to Discrimination and or Harassment claims (within scope of authority) employee complaints ensuring full compliance with Title VII EEOC guidelines.
Support employee separations, including preparation of documentation, participation in termination processes, and conducting exit interviews.
Handle employee complaints and concerns, ensuring timely, fair, and consistent resolution in alignment with company policies.
Conduct workplace investigations related to harassment, discrimination, and policy violations; document findings and provide well-supported recommendations.
Assist with HR programs and cross-functional activities, including benefits coordination, workers’ compensation, and recruitment support as needed.
Responsible for reviewing disciplinary activity and for tracking employee relations metrics such as turnover, complaints, discipline, etc.
Collaborate with HR leadership on sensitive or high-risk employee relations matters, ensuring proper documentation and defensible decision-making.
Support compliance initiatives, audits, and policy updates to ensure alignment with local, State, and Federal employment laws.
Track and analyze employee relations metrics, including turnover, disciplinary actions, and workplace concerns, and identify opportunities for improvement.
Stay abreast of changes in applicable employment laws.
Assist in the coordination and execution of company events.
Perform other related duties, special projects, and HR initiatives as assigned in support of departmental and organizational objectives.