Senior Employee Relations Manager

Bon Secours; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 81,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical/dental/vision

403(b) with employer contributions

Paid time off

Parental leave

FMLA

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health in Ohio seeks an Associate/Employee Relations Manager to advise on associate relations strategy for the Toledo market, handling investigations, policy interpretation, and compliance with laws and collective bargaining agreements.

You will collaborate with management and legal, prepare responses to EEOC/state agencies, support grievance and arbitration processes, and promote a positive work environment through expert HR guidance.

Qualifications

• 4 year/ Bachelors Degree
• Specialty/Major: Human Resources or related field
• Graduate Degree (Masters)
• Specialty/Major: Human Resources or related field
• Minimum Years And Type Of Experience: 5-7 years’ experience in Human Resources (HR), including recent employee relations investigations experience
• Knowledge of Federal and State Employment Law.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigative role in Associate Relations Center of Excellence for complex/high-risk issues.
• Investigate issues with plan, gather facts, interview witnesses, review cases, determine course of action.
• Handle complex, emotionally charged issues with objectivity and impartiality.
• Disciplinary action and termination disputes through grievance procedures and policies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders while maintaining confidentiality of sensitive matters.
• Recommend policy changes based on past experience; identify unproductive processes and improve them.
• Prepare detailed responses with exhibits for EEOC or state agencies.
• Assist labor relations functions, including grievances, arbitration and labor-management meetings.
• Assist managers with diagnosing issues using HR policies and laws to reduce risk.
• Interpret labor and employment laws at federal/state levels with legal consultation.
• Identify risk and seek legal counsel when warranted.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Listening skills

Interviewing

Confidentiality

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

Attention to detail

Employment law knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Master's degree in HR or related field

SPHR certification

Job description

Bon Secours Mercy Health in Ohio seeks an Associate/Employee Relations Manager to advise on associate relations strategy for the Toledo market, handling investigations, policy interpretation, and compliance with laws and collective bargaining agreements.

You will collaborate with management and legal, prepare responses to EEOC/state agencies, support grievance and arbitration processes, and promote a positive work environment through expert HR guidance.