Employee Relations Specialist: Investigations & Training Leader

RWJBarnabas Health; Short Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Retirement Plans

Medical and Prescription DrugInsurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Disability and Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flex Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health seeks an Employee Relations Specialist to support Human Resources partners across the system, addressing policy violations, performance issues and workplace disputes. You will conduct investigations, draft findings, and recommend remedial actions to strengthen organizational fairness and compliance.

The role requires a strong understanding of federal and state employment laws, experience with HR software, and ability to train staff through educational materials and workshops.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• PHR, SPHR or related, preferred.
• 4–6 years general Human Resources experience; at least 3 years directly managing complex employee relations issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance across the system to HR partners, Directors, and CHROs on policies, laws and regulations.
• Conduct timely internal investigations; prepare clear, concise reports with findings and remedial actions.
• Coaching and collaboration with site HR to identify employment risks and foster a culture of respect and equity.
• Record, analyze and report data; develop training materials and sessions for employees and leaders.
• Travel within the region as required and stay current with applicable laws and standards.

Skills

Legal knowledge

HR investigations

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

PeopleSoft

HR Acuity

Communication

Emotional intelligence

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

HR Acuity

PeopleSoft

Excel

PowerPoint

Publisher

Word

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health seeks an Employee Relations Specialist to support Human Resources partners across the system, addressing policy violations, performance issues and workplace disputes. You will conduct investigations, draft findings, and recommend remedial actions to strengthen organizational fairness and compliance.

The role requires a strong understanding of federal and state employment laws, experience with HR software, and ability to train staff through educational materials and workshops.