Employee Relations Partner

Indiana University Health System; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking an Employee Relations Partner to maintain positive relationships, investigate employee concerns, and provide guidance on policies and procedures. The role emphasizes compliance with employment laws and collaboration with HR and management to improve morale and productivity.

The ER Partner will analyze data to identify trends, support dismissal processes when needed, and help design trainings on employment law and HR policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 5-7 years of HR related experience.
• Preferably 3-5 years of Employee Relations experience.
• SHRM-CP/PHR certification strongly preferred.
• Ability to interpret and apply employment laws (FLSA; COBRA; ADA; FMLA).
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct full-life cycle investigations and resolve employee relations issues.
• Provide strategic guidance on HR policies and procedures to leaders and team members.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and engage Legal when necessary.

Skills

HR experience

Data analysis

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Employee Relations Partner

Our leaders shape strategic initiatives, develop passionate teams, and work to improve health outcomes. They advance our mission and exemplify excellence, compassion, teamwork and purpose in all that they do. Indiana University Health is seeking individuals who embody these values to join our Employee Relations team in the role of Employee Relations Partner.

The Employee Relations (ER) Partner is an HR professional who specializes in maintaining positive relationships between team members and the organization by conducting full-life cycle investigations. This person provides comprehensive Employee Relations support to designated leaders and team members to resolve issues, provide strategic guidance on employee policies and procedures, and ensure compliance with employment laws. Minimizes organizational liability by appropriately interpreting and applying current employment laws and engaging Legal when necessary. The ER Partner also investigates and resolves employee complaints, grievances, and conflicts. They work collaboratively with other HR professionals and management to develop and implement strategies to improve employee morale, engagement, and productivity. This position also compiles and analyzes relevant employee relations-based data and reporting to identify trends as warranted. The ER Partner is responsible for providing counseling services to team members/leaders and participating in dismissal processes. Their role is crucial in maintaining a productive work environment and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Additional responsibilities may include providing feedback to management, develop and conduct employee relations training programs related to employment law and HR policies, and partner with HR and business leaders to manage employee discipline and performance improvement processes.

Key Relationships

Reports to Manager-Employee Relations.

Candidate Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• 5-7 years of HR related experience.
• Preferably a minimum of 3-5 years of Employee Relations experience.
• Human Resources certification strongly preferred (e.g. PHR, SHRM-CP).
• Able to guide the application of HR related regulations and laws (e.g. FLSA; COBRA; ADA; FMLA; etc.).
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication.
• Ability to analyze data and provide insights for improvement.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Indiana University Health is dedicated to a fair hiring process and is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all individuals, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status.