Employee & Labor Relations Investigator & Advisor

The California State University; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

San José State University is seeking an Employee/Labor Relations Analyst to assist in research and investigation of claims within employee and labor relations. The role supports compliance with affirmative action laws at federal, state, and local levels and participates in mediation and dispute resolution.

The incumbent advises supervisors on disciplinary actions, grievance processes, and contract interpretation while assisting with ER training and data preparation for regulatory matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or completion of a professional training program.
• Directly related work experience, or a combination of education and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intakes for concerns related to academic student employees, staff, and faculty, and drafts responses to complainants.
• Gather, prepare and analyze technical and statistical data for grievance processing, mediation, arbitration, fact-finding and employee relations activities.
• Assist management in the preparation of the University’s position in matters involving complaint investigations by governmental regulatory agencies including EEOC, CRD, OCR, Labor Commissioner and Bureau of State Auditor.
• Gather and summarize data and draft responses to information requests related to grievances and discipline cases.
• Research and summarize current issues and past history in preparation for management’s responses to grievances.
• Drafts settlement agreements and grievance responses.
• Consult with and provide advice to supervisors and managers regarding disciplinary actions, grievance process, contract interpretation, CSU policies and procedures.

Skills

HR practices

EEO/AA laws

Customer service

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Note taking

Research abilities

Confidentiality

Disciplinary actions guidance

Contract interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

San José State University is seeking an Employee/Labor Relations Analyst to assist in research and investigation of claims within employee and labor relations. The role supports compliance with affirmative action laws at federal, state, and local levels and participates in mediation and dispute resolution.

The incumbent advises supervisors on disciplinary actions, grievance processes, and contract interpretation while assisting with ER training and data preparation for regulatory matters.