Manager, Employee Relations

Lurie Children's Hospital•Chicago, IL

1d•$48 - $79•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Employee Relations helps cultivate a positive work environment by providing expert consultation and guidance to leaders and employees on diverse and complex employee relations matters. In collaboration with the Sr. Director, Human Resources Consulting & People Operations, this position ensures that human resources and employee relations practices are consistent and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Industrial Psychology or related field required.
Minimum seven years Human Resources experience with at least 5 years handling employee relations matters.
Demonstrated knowledge of principles of human resources, including commonly used guidelines and federal, state, and local employment laws.
Ability to comprehend, interpret and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
Highly developed problem solving, investigative and analytical skills, resulting in strong ability to identify issues, write reports and make recommendations.
Excellent communication, interpersonal relationship skills, problem-solving skills, and analytical skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Power Point

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
PHR or SPHR or SHRM-SCP, SHRM CP Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Coach and consult with leaders in order to implement positive practices that positively impact employee engagement and retention. Recommends strategies for addressing these issues ensuring legal and policy compliance.
Consults with employees seeking assistance from Human Resources. Assists them in developing strategies to address their concerns ensuring a channel for employee feedback and communication of employees concerns to leadership.
Responsible for investigating all complaints related to harassment, discrimination, or other policy violations including HR related Compliance Hotline reports.
In partnership with Sr. Director, prepares Human Resource policies and procedures related to employee relations. Updates these policies based on legislative and other changes. Ensures that these policies are disseminated, and that managers are educated concerning policies.
Provide input and feedback to the Sr. Director in developing tactical and strategic plans that align with Human Resources goals.
Assesses needs, plans, and implements leadership development programs related to employee relations issues.
Develops tools and resources to support managers concerning employee relations issues.
Advises and educates leaders on best employee relations practices and strategies for managing employment related problems and employee grievances.
Collaborates with Legal Services, Corporate Compliance Department, and others on employee related matters.
The authority to hire, separate, promote demote, write, and administer performance evaluations.
Other job functions as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance
Employer paid group term life and disability
Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
403(b) with a 5% employer match
Various voluntary benefits: Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
Tuition assistance
Student loan servicing and support
Adoption benefits
Backup Childcare and Eldercare
Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
Discount purchasing program