Senior HR Advisor, Employee & Labor Relations

Puget Sound Energy; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Puget Sound Energy is seeking a Senior HR Advisor who will partner with leaders, employees, and unions to navigate complex workplace matters and drive a consistent employee experience. This role focuses on employee relations, labor relations, investigations, and performance management within a dynamic energy company.

The ideal candidate will lead grievance processes, respond to legal requests, and coach managers to resolve conflicts while ensuring compliance with bargaining agreements and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field and 3 years related experience in labor relations, employee relations, performance management, compensation, and training.
• Advanced degree in HR or PHR/SPHR certification are preferred.
• Experience navigating collective bargaining agreements and employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Resolves complex employee and labor relations issues and conducts investigations.
• Coordinates grievances, arbitrations, and labor contract administration.
• Advises managers on employee relations, performance management, and policy interpretation.
• Mentors HR teammates in case management and labor relations practices.
• Partners with Legal and leadership to address HR matters and mitigate risk.
• Administers collective bargaining agreements and provides contractual interpretation.
• Supports HR programs, training, and resources for leadership development.
• Educates managers and employees on policies, benefits, and performance expectations.

Skills

Employee relations

Labor relations

Investigations

Performance management

Grievance resolution

Policy interpretation

Consulting

Influencing skills

Legal/compliance knowledge

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

PHR or SPHR certification

Advanced degree in HR

Tools

SAP

HRIS systems

Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Puget Sound Energy is seeking a Senior HR Advisor who will partner with leaders, employees, and unions to navigate complex workplace matters and drive a consistent employee experience. This role focuses on employee relations, labor relations, investigations, and performance management within a dynamic energy company.

The ideal candidate will lead grievance processes, respond to legal requests, and coach managers to resolve conflicts while ensuring compliance with bargaining agreements and