Employee Relations & Engagement Specialist — HR Impact

Maine Tasting Center; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(a) and 403(b) retirement plan

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off: 20 days vacation, 12个人/

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Gym and pool access

Free fitness classes

Other benefits

Job summary

Bowdoin College seeks an Employee Relations Specialist to provide HR-focused administrative and project support on a full-time basis on the Brunswick, Maine campus. You will assist with employee engagement initiatives, orientation, and maintaining confidential records, acting as a resource for employees, managers, and stakeholders.

The role requires strong organizational skills, discretion with sensitive information, and the ability to analyze data to guide decisions.

Qualifications

• Two to four years of administrative, human resources, project coordination, or office management experience; 4+ years preferred.
• Deep knowledge of employment policies, procedures, and best practices, plus state and federal employment regulations.
• Ability to handle confidential information in compliance with employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and project support to the Associate Director of Employee Relations & Engagement.
• Assist with coordinating employee engagement initiatives and new employee orientation.
• Support employee relations processes, organize training and recognition programs, and maintain confidential records.

Skills

HR policies & confidentiality

Data analysis

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Associate's degree in HR/related field

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

HRIS systems

Workday (preferred)

Job description

Bowdoin College seeks an Employee Relations Specialist to provide HR-focused administrative and project support on a full-time basis on the Brunswick, Maine campus. You will assist with employee engagement initiatives, orientation, and maintaining confidential records, acting as a resource for employees, managers, and stakeholders.

The role requires strong organizational skills, discretion with sensitive information, and the ability to analyze data to guide decisions.