Employee Relations Specialist

Princeton Medical Group; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Single medical and dental insurance

Three weeks' vacation time

401k and profit-sharing plan

Job summary

Princeton Medical Group is seeking an Employee Relations Specialist to serve as the primary contact for employee relations concerns in Princeton, NJ. Responsibilities include conducting investigations, supporting managers on performance issues, and facilitating conflict resolution.

This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, with significant experience in employee relations and knowledge of federal and state HR laws. Benefits include medical insurance, paid time off, and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience in employee relations, including conducting investigations and discipline sessions.
• Experience partnering with managers and providing coaching on employee performance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for employee relations concerns.
• Conduct investigations and document findings.
• Facilitate conflict resolution discussions.

Skills

Employee relations experience

Knowledge of HR laws

Exceptional communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Mediation skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field

Master's Degree preferred

Job description

Employee Relations Specialist

About Us

Princeton Medical Group, P.A. We are a private medical practice with over 30 providers and 8 medical specialties. Our mission has always been to deliver excellent medical care with compassion.

Responsibilities

1. Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations concerns, offering guidance and solutions to employees and managers under the direction of HR leadership.
2. Alongside the Director of Human Resources, provide coaching to leaders on employee performance and conflict management.
3. Conduct unbiased investigations into complaints.
4. Document investigations, maintain confidentiality, and ensure findings and recommendations are sound and legally compliant.
5. Facilitate conflict resolution discussions and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
6. Interpret and apply company policies, procedures, and employee handbooks consistently.
7. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (e.g., FMLA, ADA, EEO, FLSA).
8. Guide managers through performance improvement plans (PIPs), disciplinary actions, and documentation best practices.
9. Support training and development functions for employees.
10. Take lead on employee engagement initiatives
11. Fill in to support the other HR functions (recruitment, benefits, etc.) as needed.

1. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field, Master's Degree preferred
• Strong practical knowledge, understanding, and experience in the application of Federal and State HR laws; PHR certification highly preferred.
• 2-3 years' experience in employee relations including conducting investigations, employee discipline sessions, and employee performance reviews.
• Experience partnering with managers and company leaders on employee relations issues.
• Exceptional communication, mediation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to conduct fair, thorough, and confidential investigations.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Ability to manage sensitive situations with professionalism and discretion.

Benefits

• Single medical and dental insurance
• Three weeks' vacation time
• 40 hours of paid sick leave
• 401k and profit-sharing plan
• Life insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program

Schedule

• Monday to Friday, roughly 8:30am-5pm
• Overtime as required

Job Locations

• Princeton, NJ will be the primary work site. Regular visits to the Plainsboro and Monroe offices will also be required.
• This role is 100% on site.

Pre-employment drug screen is required

Pre-employment professional reference check is required

PMG is an equal employment opportunities ( EEO ) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.