Labor Relations Specialist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or equivalent work experience is required.
• Minimum 2 years HR related experience in an employee relations, labor relations, or HR Generalist role.
• Knowledgeable of all Guthrie Policies and Procedures, organizational structure and operations, including employee substance abuse policy.
• Must collaborate with Human Resources Senior Leadership Team and other HR staff as necessary to insure consistent application of policies and procedures and recommends updates and changes as appropriate.
• Maintain current knowledge of Title VII, Civil Rights Act, ADA, FMLA, Fair Labor Standards Act, Occupational Safety and Health Act, and National Labor Relations Act.
• Maintain current knowledge of employment law for Pennsylvania and New York.
• Is able to collect and process EEOC charges with the assistance of the TGC attorney.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree in HR or related field is preferred.
• Preference will be given to those candidates with experience specific to healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to managers on policies and labor relations, including conducting sensitive investigations and monitoring disciplinary procedures.
• Administer HR policies in a consistent and fair manner, collaborating with Human Resources Senior Leadership Team and other HR staff to ensure consistent application and recommend updates.
• Serve as a point of contact for employees and management for any employment issue.
• Conduct work environment assessments as needed for departments, units, or workgroups.
• Partner with HR Leadership to provide HR support to leadership at all Guthrie entities as assigned, and provide support for various HR Projects and/or basic HR maintenance coverage.
• Collaborate with HR Leadership to ensure the Employee Relations Division remains current with the changing regulatory and/or employment law environment.
• Assist managers and employees with ADA concerns and recommendations.
• Maintain current knowledge of Title VII, Civil Rights Act, ADA, FMLA, Fair Labor Standards Act, Occupational Safety and Health Act, and National Labor Relations Act.
• Identify and communicate HR related risks & issues to Sr. HR Leaders and collaborate with HR Leadership to solve tactical workforce problems and improve employee satisfaction.
• Maintain current knowledge of employment law for Pennsylvania and New York, and collect and process EEOC charges with the assistance of the TGC attorney.
• Conduct Exit Interviews and report on data as necessary.
• Participate in planning and implementation of site-specific employee recognition events.
• Assist hospital, medical group, and practice operational leaders with compliance with Joint Commission standards and other regulatory requirements.
• Assist with investigations and training related to Title IX policy as needed.
• Maintain current understanding of Guthrie’s Compensation program.
• Refer employees to Employee Assistance Program benefits as appropriate.
• Assist Total Rewards Director with the implementation or communication related to benefit and compensation programs.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program benefits