Employee Relations Strategist

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center is seeking an Employee Relations Specialist to advise leaders, resolve workplace concerns, and uphold fair, compliant practices across the organization. You will investigate issues, coach managers, ensure policy interpretation, and guide documentation while maintaining independence and high ethical standards in a dynamic healthcare environment.

This role requires nuanced judgment, risk awareness, and strong communication to foster trust and employee

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field.
• 3–4 years of experience resolving employee relations issues and conducting workplace investigations.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Strong influencing and communication skills.
• Ability to coach leaders and manage investigations independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide Employee Relations support through partnership and coaching for all associates and leaders.
• Interpret, explain, and clarify employee relations policies and procedures and key labor laws.
• Escalate issues and balance benefits against risks while ensuring compliance.
• Guide on documentation to address performance/behavior concerns.
• Facilitate conflict resolution and dialogue on associate/employer issues.
• Obtain appropriate approvals for terminations ensuring compliance with regulations; escalate as needed.
• Maintain a sensitive caseload of investigations and conduct interviews with involved parties.
• Stay informed of labor laws to mitigate legal risks and ensure compliance.
• Contribute to HR by acting with integrity and high ethical standards.

Skills

Employment law

Workplace investigations

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Coaching

Independent work

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR

Job description

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center is seeking an Employee Relations Specialist to advise leaders, resolve workplace concerns, and uphold fair, compliant practices across the organization. You will investigate issues, coach managers, ensure policy interpretation, and guide documentation while maintaining independence and high ethical standards in a dynamic healthcare environment.

This role requires nuanced judgment, risk awareness, and strong communication to foster trust and employee