People Operations Partner - HR-Sacramento, CA

Merakey; Sacramento (CA); Remote; 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 operations to resolve employee issues, providing consultative advice on HR policies, and conducting internal investigations. The ideal candidate will possess strong HR management skills and a solid understanding of employment law. Join a team committed to diversity and community support, where your contributions will make a meaningful impact on the lives of many. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and dynamic 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 handle difficult subjects and have challenging conversations.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate timely resolution of employee relations issues and investigations.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to operational leadership and employees.

Skills

HR Management

Employee Relations

Employment Law

Conflict Resolution

Coaching

Education

Bachelor's in HR or Business

Master's in HR or Business

Tools

HR Case Tracker

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, including investigations, research, communication with involved parties, and outlining next steps.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to operational leadership and employees through coaching, advising, and empowering them to resolve challenging people issues.
• Conduct and coordinate internal investigations into allegations such as harassment, discrimination, retaliation, etc., to facilitate prompt and fair resolutions.
• Develop tools, resources, and solutions with operations to improve employee experience and mitigate legal risks.
• Maintain confidential employee relations electronic files and document and track via the HR Case Tracker.
• Promote knowledge, understanding, and compliance with HR policies through coaching, presentations, and training.
• Analyze HR trends and collaborate with stakeholders to improve processes and develop proactive strategies, programs, and policies.
• Implement retention strategies based on local, divisional, and enterprise-wide initiatives.
• Support management in performance management, including performance improvement, corrective actions, and termination processes.
• Respond to EEOC and other third-party charges, applying knowledge of employment laws. Prepare position statements in collaboration with the People Operations Manager and legal department.
• Address education and training opportunities regarding employment relations issues with management and staff.
• Support the accommodation process by partnering with leadership to address employee requests, in accordance with policies and laws.
• Participate in establishing and refining HR policies and practices.
• Support operations and collaborate with the Labor Relations department on grievances and mediation.

Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability. We are committed to reflecting community diversity and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds, including Veterans, to apply.

Benefits

Merakey offers medical, dental, vision insurance plans, competitive compensation, 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. Over 8,000 employees support nearly 40,000 individuals and families across 12 states annually. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability. We encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds and welcome all Veterans to apply!

Qualifications

Our ideal candidate will possess the following skills:

• Bachelors in HR or business preferred.
• Masters in HR or business preferred.
• SHRM/HRCI certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years in HR/Employee Relations or 5 years of relevant generalist experience.
• Ability to handle difficult subjects and have challenging conversations.
• Working knowledge of employment law at the federal level, with the ability to interpret updates and changes at all levels.