People Operations Partner - HR-Sacramento, CA

Merakey; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a People Operation Partner to enhance employee relations and foster a positive work environment. This role involves collaborating with operational leadership, resolving employee issues, and ensuring compliance with HR policies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR and employment law, with the ability to navigate complex situations effectively. Join a team that values diversity and is committed to supporting individuals and families across the country. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a rewarding environment.

Benefits

DailyPay

Work/Life Balance

Flexible Schedules

Cell Phone Discount Plans

Employee Referral Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Care.com Membership

Qualifications

• 3+ years in HR/Employee Relations or 5 years of relevant generalist experience.
• Ability to deal with difficult subjects and have hard conversations.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate timely resolution of employee relations issues and conduct investigations.
• Provide consultation and support to management through performance management.

Skills

Employee Relations

Conflict Resolution

Employment Law Knowledge

HR Policies Compliance

Coaching Skills

Education

Bachelor's in HR or Business

Master's in HR or Business

SHRM/HRCI Certificate

Job description

Description

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a People Operation Partner.

Location: Remote in CA

Salary is between $80,000-$85,000

Position Details:

Partners with and collaborates with operations to ensure strong communication with staff, facilitating manager/employee relationships, and ensuring that appropriate resolutions are being recommended regarding corrective actions, investigations, and HR policies. Provides consultative advice and education for reducing the risk of legal pitfalls, while promoting a positive work environment.

• Facilitate the timely resolution of employee relations issues to include investigations, research, communication with all parties involved, summary and next steps.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to operational leadership and employees through coaching, advising, and empowering them to work through even their most challenging people issues.
• Conduct and coordinate internal investigations into allegations such as harassment, discrimination, retaliation, etc. to facilitate prompt, fair, and effective resolution of issues.
• In collaboration with operations, develop tools, resources, and solutions to improve employee experience and mitigate legal risk.
• Maintain confidential employee relations electronic files and document and track via the HR Case Tracker.
• Promote knowledge, understanding and compliance with company HR policies through coaching, presentations, and training.
• Analyze HR trends and partner with internal stakeholders to improve our processes and develop proactive strategies, programs, and policies.
• Partner with and implement retention strategies based on local, divisional, and Enterprise-wide initiatives.
• Provide consultation and support to management through performance management, including performance improvement, corrective action, and termination processes.
• Respond to EEOC and other third-party charges, applying a working knowledge of basic principles of EEO and other employment laws. Prepare position statement in collaboration with People Operations Manager and legal department.
• Address education and training opportunities regarding ER issues with management and staff when appropriate and applicable.
• Support the accommodation process by partnering with leadership to address employee requests, in accordance with applicable policies and laws.
• Participate in the establishment of new and/or refinement of existing HR policies and practices.
• Work with other members of HR team to support Operations when necessary.
• Collaborate with the Labor Relations department with regards to grievances and mediation etc.

Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.

Benefits

Merakey offers medical, dental - vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans and more!

• DailyPay
• Work/Life Balance
• Flexible Schedules
• Cell Phone Discount Plans
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Care.com Membership

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year.

Qualifications

Our ideal candidate will possess the following skills:

• Bachelors in HR or business Preferred.
• Masters in HR or business preferred.
• SHRM/HRCI certificate preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years in HR/Employee Relations or 5 years of relevant generalist experience.
• Ability to deal with difficult subjects and have hard conversations.
• A working knowledge of employment law at the federal level, with the ability to interpret updates and changes at the federal, state, and local levels.