People Relations Strategist

New Mexico State University; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico State University’s Office of People Relations seeks a People Relations Consultant to act as a trusted resource across the University. You’ll manage a broad range of employee relations activities, including investigations, grievances, appeals, and implementing disciplinary actions up to termination.

You’ll support conflict resolution, advise on performance management, and handle unemployment claims.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree + 4 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree + 2 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a trusted resource to NMSU employees and as a strategic partner across the University community. Responsible for managing a broad range of employee relations activities, including conducting workplace investigations; administering grievances, appeals, and complaints; and advising on and supporting the implementation of disciplinary actions, up to and including termination of employment and workforce reductions.
• Participates in conflict resolution efforts through mediation support and facilitated meetings. Provides guidance on performance management matters and manages responses to unemployment claims, including representation at hearings when required.
• Serves as a primary point of contact and consultant to the University community on employee and labor relations matters, including interpretation and application of policies, collective bargaining agreements, and applicable laws and regulations. Provides professional guidance, training, and technical assistance to HR liaisons, leaders, managers, and employees to ensure consistent, fair, and compliant employment practices.

Education

Associate’s Degree + 4 years of relevant experience

Bachelor’s degree + 2 years of relevant experience

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

New Mexico State University’s Office of People Relations seeks a People Relations Consultant to act as a trusted resource across the University. You’ll manage a broad range of employee relations activities, including investigations, grievances, appeals, and implementing disciplinary actions up to termination.

You’ll support conflict resolution, advise on performance management, and handle unemployment claims.