Employee Relations Staff III/IV

The Aerospace Corporation; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Paid holidays

Telework options

401(k) Plan

Relocation assistance

Education assistance

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking an Employee Relations Staff member to partner with managers and employees in a full-time on-site role in Chantilly, VA. You will advise on employment policies, conduct investigations, and develop training on performance management and Workday usage.

Ideal candidates hold a BA/BS in HR or related field with 6+ years in HR, including 5+ years in employee relations; expertise in ADA, FMLA, and EEO is required, with a focus on improving relationships and

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Human Resources, Behavioral Sciences, or related discipline.
• Six or more years experience in Human Resources, including five or more years of direct employee relations experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with Workday or other HR system.

Responsibilities

• Partner with managers and employees to provide guidance on employment policies and practices to resolve complex issues.
• Conduct effective investigations, draft conclusions and reports.
• Provide direction on a wide range of employee relations issues.
• Become SME in performance evaluation processes and keep up to date on trends.
• Develop and deliver training on goal setting, feedback, and performance review using Workday.
• Interpret policies with knowledge of ADA, FMLA, EEO and applicable laws.

Skills

Employee relations

Investigations

Policy interpretation

Training development

Work management

Education

BA/BS in HR or related

Tools

Workday

Job description

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. The mission of People Operations is to provide strategies and organizational solutions that enable our workforce to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and mission. We are looking for a proven self-starter who has solid employee relations experience in this Employee Relations Staff role directly reporting to the Director of People Management. This is a full-time on-site position in Chantilly, VA., requiring at least 4 days a week onsite.

What You Will be Doing

• Partner with and coach managers and employees at all levels to provide objective guidance and advice regarding employment policies, procedures, and employment practices to achieve resolution of complex issues such as misconduct, performance deficiencies, as well as accommodation requests
• Conduct effective investigations, including thoughtful conclusions and recommendations; draft and deliver comprehensive reports.
• Provide expert direction, guidance, and consultation on a wide range of complex employee relations issues
• Become a subject matter expert (SME) in our performance evaluation processes; keep up to date on external performance management trends
• Develop and provide training on all aspects of goal setting, feedback, performance review preparation, and discussions, to include Workday systems usage
• Interpret and research policies and procedures, incorporating knowledge of state and federal employment laws (i.e. ADA, FMLA, EEO) and practices to recommend resolutions
• Work closely with management, Strategic People Partners (SPPs), and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention
• Establish credibility and rapport by developing and maintaining strong and effective working relationships with all levels of management and employees regarding all types of employee relation issues (ADA, FMLA, misconduct, time & attendance etc)
• Develop metrics and analytics reports for executives
• Initiate and participate in People Operations special projects

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for a Staff III: BA/ BS degree in Human Resources, Behavioral Sciences, or related discipline Six or more years experience in Human Resources, including five or more years of direct experience in employee relations which may be included as part of a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) role Experience with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint Experience with Workday or other HR systemIn addition to the requirements above, the minimum requirements for a Staff IV are: Experience with conflict resolution strategies Ten total years of employee relations experience

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Master degree in Human Resources, Behavioral Sciences, or related discipline Proficiency in an Employee Relations case management software packages Demonstrated experience coaching and consulting with managers and employees Solid knowledge and understanding of effective employee relations practices and employment and labor laws and regulations Ability to exhibit strong interpersonal and communication skills and high level of initiative Strong project and time management skills; extremely organized and able to work across multiple departments and stakeholders Experience with AI-enabled HR tools

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below.

(Min - Max) $95,200.00 - $160,500.00 Pay Basis: Annual

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: Operate Strategically Lead Change Engage with Impact Foster Innovation Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
• 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
• Flexible spending accounts
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
• Relocation assistance
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
• Education assistance programs
• An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at [e-mail] . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

Right Place

The Aerospace Corporation has over 26 locations nationwide, which allows us to build a workforce that will nurture the best ideas, and generate the most novel innovations and solutions to our nation’s toughest space enterprise challenges.

Right Path

Right Path Aerospace covers all stages of the space lifecycle, from concept to operations. We believe our people are our most valuable resource and that’s why we propel our employees forward in their careers through ongoing education, training, and professional development.

Right Purpose

We can all serve a mission much greater than ourselves, and at Aerospace that is exactly what we do. By hiring the industry’s most preeminent scientists and engineers, Aerospace advances emerging technologies that protect some of the most critical missions on Earth and above it.

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Aerospace employees working in organizations with technical responsibilities are required to obtain a Security Clearance. U.S. citizenship is required for those positions.