HR Manager - Employee Relations

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 63,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated HR Manager for Employee Relations to oversee various employee matters across its divisions. This role involves ensuring compliance with employment laws, managing employee relations, and developing HR staff. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, a deep understanding of HR policies, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Join a vibrant team dedicated to fostering a supportive work environment and driving employee engagement. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Requires a baccalaureate degree in the field.
• Extensive experience in Employee Relations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee employee relations matters across all divisions.
• Coordinate retention efforts and facilitate exit processes.
• Supervise Employee Relations positions and staffing needs.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Employment Law

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Customer Service Focus

Education

Baccalaureate Degree

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
This position offers a 40 hour work week. Hours and schedule may vary, but will typically be Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. May also require weekend and evening work during peak season and/or special events.
Advertised Salary $63,000/ yr Posting Date 02/13/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 03/01/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Position Information

Classification Title HR/EEO/OD Professional FLSA Exempt FTE 1.0 Minimum Qualifications
Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
Extensive previous experience in Employee Relations preferred.
Position Summary
The Auxiliary Services HR Manager for Employee Relations will oversee and provide support for any and all employee relations matters across all Division operating units. This may include, but would not be limited to: EOO matters, department employee relations, legal compliance, Worker's Comp, FMLA , Leave without Pay, and ADA accommodations. The position will supervise and develop subordinate human resources staff (when present) and be responsible for ensuring that the personnel actions and activities are compliant with relevant Federal, State, and University policies and support the institutions equal opportunity and diversity goals. The individual will develop a team of HR professionals to help support the division's employee relations and development needs.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral) with a wide range of people in a diverse environment; communicate in front of groups. Knowledge of employment law. Able to sustain attention to detail while handling multiple tasks; organizational skills; analyze and solve problems.

• Working knowledge of HR policies and procedures in addition to University-specific policies and procedures. Ability to communicate and implement Human Resources policies and procedures related to both University policy and state and federal law. Experience in Human Resources management, to include employee conflict resolution, retention, training and ongoing development.

• Work independently as well as in a team environment; flexibility to work in multiple locations; customer service focused. Ability to effectively supervise the work of others.

• Strong computer skills with proficiency in MS Excel and Word, email, and internet browsers; willingness to learn new applications.

Physical Demands

• Sitting at a desk and work on a computer for extended periods of time, as well as standing for longs periods of time.
• Lifting/carrying of files not greater that 30 lbs.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities
Employee Relations:

• Serves as internal consultant for facilitating workplace inquiries/concerns within the division, working in conjunction with (centralized) University HR Workforce Engagement, EOO , Legal Affairs, and other offices as necessary to ensure issues are resolved. This includes, but is not limited to: supervisor/subordinate and peer to peer relationships, progressive discipline process; provides feedback and interpretation of policy/process/procedures.
• Oversee and participate in employee conduct investigations independently and in partnership with applicable central offices.
• Primary (division) contact regarding ADA and FMLA inquiries, Workers Comp incident reports, and assists staff with ADA , FMLA paperwork to ensure proper filing. Work with supervisors on return to work program for employees presenting work restrictions.
• Create and maintain appropriate documentation tracking each employee's progress, policy violations, disciplinary actions, etc.
• Confer with management to develop and/or implement personnel-related procedures for the division.
• Ensure files follow the USG record retention policies.
• Follow-up with management when documentation or files may be incomplete and ensure records are up to date.

Percentage of time 60 Duties/Responsibilities
Retention:

• Coordinate retention efforts for Auxiliary Services units.
• Facilitate the exit process for departures whether voluntary or involuntary.
• Conduct exit interviews and collect appropriate data that will help to identify retention issues.
• Propose solutions to management when retention issues arise as to how they may be addressed.
• Provide reports to supervisors to assist them in enhancing retention.
• Create opportunities for employee engagement, including but not limited to: thoughtful communications to explain company actions, engagement surveys, and systematic programming aimed at employee engagement.
• Develop and implement key metrics around retention for easy analysis and reporting.

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities
Supervision:

• Responsible for supervising all Employee Relations positions.
• Responsible for ensuring appropriate staffing to support the employee relations and retention needs of the division.
• Recognizes staffing level needs for Auxiliary Employee Relations and advises leadership.

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities
Other Duties as Assigned:

• Creating, maintaining, and producing various forms and reports.
• May assist with division-wide special events and initiatives.
• Provide HR support as necessary to the division staff and leadership.

Percentage of time 10

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Donna Francis Recruitment Contact Email [e-mail] Recruitment Contact Phone

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents