Employee Relations Partner

aep; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary

Annual bonus

401K match

AEP Pension

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

American Electric Power (On-Site) in Columbus, OH is seeking an Employee Relations Partner to provide end-to-end ER consultative support to frontline leadership and employees on HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with federal and state laws. The role may support investigations and continuous improvement activities.

Under supervision from more senior ER Partners, you will interpret policies, draft clear communications, resolve escalations, and assist with terminations or workforce

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor's degrees in Human Resources or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of HR generalist or Employee Relations experience; or equivalent professional experience.
• SHRM-CP or HRCI-PHR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end employee relations consultative support to frontline leadership on performance concerns and routine misconduct violations for the independent contributor level.
• Interprets, implements, and administers organization-wide human resource policies and processes.
• Drafts clear and concise written communications addressing employee concerns and policy information.
• Resolve escalations from Employee Solution Center or other departments.
• Support communications related to terminations, plant closures or workforce reductions.
• Offer input into the design and revision of ER processes with a continuous improvement mindset.
• May support senior ER members with investigations.
• Participate on cross-functional teams as an ER representative.
• May assist in leading employee forums or culture planning sessions.

Skills

Confidentiality

Communication

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Decision making

Adaptability

Education

Associates or Bachelor's degrees in Human Resources or related field; or equivalent experience.

Job description

Job Posting End Date 08-26-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

The Employee Relations Partner will provide end-to-end employee relations consultative support to frontline leadership and employees related to HR policies and procedures to ensure company practices are in compliance with applicable federal/ state laws. Additionally, this role may support company investigations and support continuous improvement activities.

What You'll Do:

Under supervision from more senior ER Partners and leadership this role will:

• Provide end-to-end employee relations consultative support to frontline leadership on performance concerns and routine misconduct violations for the independent contributor level.
• Interprets, implements, and administers organization-wide human resource policies and processes.
• Drafts clear and concise written communications to address employee concerns and accurately relay information regarding policies.
• Resolve escalations from Employee Solution Center, or other departments, from employees.
• Support employee communications related terminations, plant closures or workforce reductions.
• Offer input into the design and revision of ER processes with continuous improvement mindset
• May support senior members of the ER Organization with investigations.
• Participate on cross function teams as an ER representative.
• May assist in leading facilitation of an employee forums, such as 2C's or engage in culture planning sessions, as a resolute of employee relations concerns.

What We're Looking For:

• Education: Associates or Bachelor's degrees in Human Resources or related field; or equivalent experience.
• Experience: 2+ years of HR generalist or Employee Relations experience; or equivalent professional experience.
• Licenses/Certifications: SHRM-CP or HRCI-PHR preferred

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exhibit a high degree of organization and accountability.
• Ability to work confidentially and professionally with all levels of employees.
• Possess thorough knowledge of state and federal laws to include EEO, ADA and FLSA regulations.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers and employees.
• Competencies: Creating an Inclusive Environment; Managing Relationships; Quality Orientation; Customer Focus; Building Partnerships; Earning Trust; Adaptability; Communication, Consulting Skills, Customer Focus, Decision Making, Planning & Organizing

Where You'll Work:

On-site at our headquarters in Downtown, Columbus, OH

What You'll Get:

• Base salary
• Annual bonus
• 401K match
• AEP Pension
• Comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do

At AEP, we're more than just an energy company - we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-006

Compensation Range:

$74,551.00 - $109,543.00

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S - Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employme