HR Generalist/Employee Relations Consultant

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services seeks a skilled HR Generalist/Employee Relations Consultant at Southern Virginia Mental Health Institute in Danville, VA. You will lead employee relations, investigations, policy interpretation, and compliance, while coaching supervisors to strengthen leadership and performance.

The role requires experience with HR programs and relevant laws, with backup coverage for recruitment and benefits.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of human resource programs, regulations, and guidelines.
• Working knowledge of federal and state laws including FMLA, ADA, and FLSA.
• Attention to detail with high accuracy in written documentation.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to plan and prioritize tasks independently within policy guidelines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to provide policy interpretation and guidance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as subject matter expert for employee relations and investigations.
• Provide coaching and training to supervisors to strengthen leadership practices.
• Administer grievances, interpret policies, and ensure compliance.
• Cross-cover HR Generalist roles including recruitment and benefits coordination.

Skills

HR programs

Regulations

FMLA/ADA/FLSA

Microsoft Office

Independent judgement

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Education

HR degree

PHR/SPHR

Job description

Title:

HR Generalist/Employee Relations Consultant

State Role Title:

19091

Hiring Range:

$58,437 - $80,643

Pay Band:

4

Agency:

Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location:

Southern Va Mental Health Inst

Agency Website:

https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/svmhi/

Recruitment Type:

General Public - G

Job Duties

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services support individuals by promoting recovery, self-determination, and wellness in all aspects of life. DBHDS operates 12 facilities: 8 behavioral health facilities for adults, a training center, a psychiatric facility for children and adolescents, a medical center, and a center for behavioral rehabilitation. State facilities provide highly structured, intensive services for individuals with mental illness, intellectual disability, or need substance use disorder services. DBHDS is committed to a life of possibilities for all Virginians. This position will work at Southern Virginia Mental Health Institute, a 72-bed Joint Commission accredited State Mental Health Facility, located in Danville, VA.

This HR Generalist/Employee Relations Consultant position's primary role is to serve as the subject matter expert and strategic leader for employee relations, workplace investigations, grievance administration, policy interpretation, compliance, and organizational learning initiatives. This position provides consultation to supervisors and employees by providing coaching and training to strengthen leadership practices, improve employee performance, enhance workplace communication, and promote effective working relationships.

This position provides backup coverage for the HR Generalist/Recruiter and HR Generalist/Benefits Coordinator to provide cross coverage across the Human Resources Department.

Minimum Qualifications

• Working knowledge of human resource programs, regulations, and guidelines.
• Working knowledge of relevant federal and state laws, regulations and policies to include but not limited to FMLA, ADA, and FLSA.
• Demonstrated ability of significant attention to detail and in performing work with a high degree of accuracy, especially related to written documentation.
• Extensive experience using computers and related software, including Microsoft Office
• Ability to exercise independent judgment to plan and accomplish tasks in carrying out tasks within policy guidelines.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle complex, sensitive situations, information and documentation in a professional and confidential manner.
• Strong skills in organization and prioritization with demonstrated ability to multi-task efficiently.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Skilled in providing policy interpretation and guidance.

Additional Considerations

• Working knowledge of human resources systems specific to the Commonwealth of Virginia such as Cardinal HCM, PageUp, and related HR programs or the ability to learn this information.
• Knowledge of Commonwealth of Virginia grievance procedures, best practices in corrective/disciplinary action and alternative dispute resolution techniques.
• Experience with employee relations to include progressive discipline, performance management, and conducting investigations.
• Advanced coursework (or degree) in Human Resources or related field.
• Human Resource Certification such as PHR, SPHR, etc.

Barrier Crime Policy

• 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services is prohibited from employing or using as volunteers, persons who have been convicted of specific “barrier” crimes or persons who may be the subject of pending “barrier” charges.

A successful fingerprint-based criminal history check, drug screen, and reference checks are required for the selected candidate for this position. Under Virginia Code

Employees may be required to disclose immunization status for purposes of infection prevention and/or management of outbreaks. Upon acceptance of a job offer, new recruits will be asked to disclose their vaccination status (and for those fully vaccinated, proof of vaccination) during the pre-employment process. If you have any questions, contact the Office of Human Resources.

Commonwealth’s Alternate Hiring Process: In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor with the Department of Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS, to get their Certificate of Disability. To obtain a Certificate of Disability go to: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview process per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact Human Resources at [phone] for assistance.

DBHDS is an equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are open to all regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability. Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TTY.

SVMHI uses Form I-9 and E-Verify in the verification of eligibility for employment.

SVMHI is a smoke and vape-free facility in all buildings and outside facility grounds.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note:

Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.