Employee Relations Specialist

Socket.dev; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Loma Linda University Shared Services is seeking an Employee Relations Specialist to work with offsite HR Partners on disciplines, grievances, and policy interpretation. You will conduct investigations into claims of discrimination and harassment and provide targeted training on employee relations topics.

This role supports a mission-driven, Christian healthcare system and requires strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, management, or business administration required.
• Minimum two years of experience in employee relations preferred.
• Knowledge of employment law required.
• Strong English reading/writing and professional speaking skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and standard office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Review disciplines leading to suspension or termination with HR Partners.
• Process grievances and interpret policies and procedures.
• Conduct investigations on discrimination, harassment, hostile work environment, etc.
• Provide training on employee relation topics.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Employment law knowledge

Training and presentations

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Management/Business Administration

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Summary

The Employee Relations Specialist works closely with the offsite HR Partners in reviewing all disciplines that lead to suspension or terminations and process all grievances, interprets policies and procedures. Conducts investigations on claims of discrimination, harassment, hostile work environment, etc. Provides training on employee relation topics. Performs other duties as needed.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Management, or Business Administration is required. Minimum two years of experience in employee relations preferred.

Knowledge and Skills

Must be knowledgeable of employment law required. Must have experience training and making presentations. Able to read, write legibly; speak in English with professional quality; use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Operate/troubleshoot basic office equipment required for the position. Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; collaborate and accept direction. Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; work well under pressure; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; work independently with minimal supervision. Able to distinguish colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone, and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace; see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position.

Licensures and Certifications

None.

Shared Services: HRM Employee Relations- (Full-time, Day Shift, Temporary) -

Temporary through 2/21/2027

Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ.

Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness.

Loma Linda University Health is a Seventh-day Adventist, faith and values based Christian institution. Candidates must understand and embrace the mission, purpose, and identity of Loma Linda and its affiliated entities.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of diversity.

We provide equal opportunities in all aspects of the employment process to every individual, regardless of gender, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals requesting an accommodation due to a disability.

If you need accommodation assistance with accessing our job listings or completing an application, or during any other phase of employment with us, please contact Human Resources Management at [phone].

Loma Linda University Shared Services is a religiously-qualified Equal Opportunity Employer under Title VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964.

No question on this application is asked for the purpose of unlawfully limiting or excluding any applicant’s consideration for employment because of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation in the hiring process, please notify Human Resource Management.

We appreciate your interest in Loma Linda and wish you success in your job search!