Employee Relations Consultant

52 Limited; Portland (OR); A distancia; USD 55.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

52 Limited is seeking an experienced Employee Relations Consultant to support our health insurance client on a six-month contract. You will own ADA accommodation requests, manage the interactive process from intake through documentation and resolution, and handle sensitive employee matters with discretion.

This hands-on HR role requires managing a high volume of cases, partnering with HR, Legal, and business leaders, and coaching managers on documentation and next steps.

Formación

• 5+ years of HR experience, preferably with a focus on employee relations.
• 3+ years independently managing ADA accommodations and the interactive process.
• Strong knowledge of ADA requirements, reasonable accommodations, medical documentation, essential job functions, and related employment laws.
• Experience managing a high volume of employee accommodation cases with thorough documentation.
• Experience with HR case-management systems or similar tools.

Responsabilidades

• Independently manage ADA accommodation cases from intake through resolution, including employee communications, medical documentation review, accommodation evaluation, and case closure.
• Facilitate the ADA interactive process while ensuring compliance with federal and state employment laws and company policies.
• Evaluate accommodation requests against essential job functions, operational needs, and available reasonable accommodations.
• Partner with HR, Leave and Benefits, Legal, and business leaders to assess accommodation options and navigate complex situations.
• Provide initial guidance on routine employee relations matters involving performance, conduct, and attendance.
• Identify and elevate complex or high-risk employee relations, legal, and compliance concerns.
• Maintain accurate, confidential case records and provide timely updates to stakeholders.
• Coach managers on appropriate documentation, policies, and next steps.

Conocimientos

HR experience

ADA knowledge

Communication

Stakeholder management

HR case management systems

Educación

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Herramientas

HRIS

Descripción del empleo

How you fill your 52 weeks is your business. Helping you find your next opportunity is ours.

We are searching for an experienced Employee Relations Consultant to support our health insurance client's Employee Relations team on a six-month contract. In this role, you'll take ownership of ADA accommodation requests, managing the interactive process from initial intake through documentation and resolution. This is a hands-on opportunity for an HR professional who knows how to navigate sensitive employee matters, manage a high volume of cases, and provide practical guidance to employees, managers, and HR partners.

As Employee Relations Consultant, you will:

• Independently manage ADA accommodation cases from intake through resolution, including employee communications, medical documentation review, accommodation evaluation, and case closure.
• Facilitate the ADA interactive process while ensuring compliance with federal and state employment laws and company policies.
• Evaluate accommodation requests against essential job functions, operational needs, and available reasonable accommodations.
• Partner with HR, Leave and Benefits, Legal, and business leaders to assess accommodation options and navigate complex situations.
• Provide initial guidance on routine employee relations matters involving performance, conduct, and attendance.
• Identify and elevate complex or high-risk employee relations, legal, and compliance concerns.
• Maintain accurate, confidential case records and provide timely updates to stakeholders.
• Coach managers on appropriate documentation, policies, and next steps.

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

• 5+ years of HR experience, preferably with a focus on employee relations.
• 3+ years of experience independently managing ADA accommodations and the interactive process.
• Strong knowledge of ADA requirements, reasonable accommodations, medical documentation, essential job functions, and related employment laws.
• Experience managing a high volume of employee accommodation cases while maintaining thorough and accurate documentation.
• Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential or sensitive employee matters.
• Excellent communication, consultation, organization, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Experience working with HR case-management systems or similar tools.
• A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or equivalent education and relevant professional certification.

A little more about the opportunity:

• Duration: 6-month contract
• Location: Remote, with occasional travel based on business needs. Candidates must reside in Oregon, Washington, Utah, Idaho, or North Dakota
• Schedule: Full-time
• Team: Employee Relations, individual contributor role with no direct reports

We know that no candidate checks every box. If you bring strong hands-on ADA accommodation experience and enjoy helping organizations navigate complex employee situations, we'd love to hear from you.

About 52 Limited

52 Limited is a creative and technology staffing agency connecting talented professionals with meaningful opportunities. We believe great work starts with great people, and we're here to help you find what's next.