Employee Relations Specialist: HR Policy & Compliance

Bering Straits Native Corporation; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bering Straits Native Corporation (BSNC) seeks an Employee Relations Specialist to provide guidance to employees and managers on complex HR matters, while fostering positive working relationships and resolving workplace concerns.

The role requires investigations into employee complaints, policy interpretation, and ongoing training development to support workforce initiatives. BSNC emphasizes compliance with federal, state, and local laws and a data-driven approach to decisions.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in HR, business administration, or related field.
• 2–3 years of relevant employee relations experience.
• Strong knowledge of HR laws and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and consultation on sensitive HR matters.
• Foster positive relationships and resolve workplace concerns.
• Investigate employee complaints impartially.
• Communicate policies and employment practices for consistency.
• Maintain knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
• Develop and deliver training and workforce initiatives.
• Conduct exit interviews and report trends to management.
• Promote professional attitude aligned with company values.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Counseling

Conflict resolution

Negotiation skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Discretion with confidential info

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Time management

HR laws knowledge

Microsoft 365

Education

Associate degree in HR or related field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Bering Straits Native Corporation (BSNC) seeks an Employee Relations Specialist to provide guidance to employees and managers on complex HR matters, while fostering positive working relationships and resolving workplace concerns.

The role requires investigations into employee complaints, policy interpretation, and ongoing training development to support workforce initiatives. BSNC emphasizes compliance with federal, state, and local laws and a data-driven approach to decisions.