Human Resources Partner- Employee Relations

Merakey

1d • $75,000 • Remote

About The Position

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an
extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We
are seeking a Human Resources Partner- Employee Relations to support our People
Operations Team.

This is a full-time Remote position available to candidates residing in PA, DE,
FL, LA, MD, NJ, OH, TX, or VA.

Requirements

• Bachelors in HR or business required. Masters in HR or business preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years in HR - Employee Relations experience required - within a healthcare or human services field strongly preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to travel, including overnight and out-of-state and a personal vehicle are required.
• SHRM/HRCI certificate strongly preferred.
• A working knowledge of employment law at the federal level, with the ability to interpret updates and changes at the federal, state, and local levels.
• The ability to deal with difficult subjects and have hard conversations.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the timely resolution of employee relations issues to include investigations, research, communication with all parties involved, summary and next steps.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to operational leadership and employees through coaching, advising, and empowering them to work through even their most challenging people issues.
• Conduct and coordinate internal investigations into allegations such as harassment, discrimination, retaliation, etc. to facilitate prompt, fair, and effective resolution of issues.
• In collaboration with operations, develop tools, resources, and solutions to improve employee experience and mitigate legal risk.
• Maintain confidential employee relations electronic files and document and track via the HR Case Tracker.
• Promote knowledge, understanding and compliance with company HR policies through coaching, presentations, and training.
• Provide consultation and support to management through performance management, including performance improvement, corrective action, and termination processes.
• Respond to EEOC and other third-party charges, applying a working knowledge of basic principles of EEO and other employment laws. Prepare position statement in collaboration with People Operations Manager and legal department.
• Address education and training opportunities regarding ER issues with management and staff when appropriate and applicable.
• Participate in the establishment of new and/or refinement of existing HR policies and practices.
• Work with other members of HR team to support Operations when necessary.
• Collaborate with the Labor Relations department with regards to grievances and mediation etc.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

What This Job Offers

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