Senior HR Advisor: Employee & Labor Relations

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total rewards package

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

Job summary

Puget Sound Energy (PSE) is seeking two Senior HR Advisors to join our Employee and Labor Relations team. This role partners with leaders, employees, and union representatives to navigate complex workplace matters and strengthen working relationships.

Under supervision, you will administer HR programs, ensure compliance with CBAs and employment laws, and mentor HR colleagues. This position travels within PSE's service territory and contributes to a productive, inclusive workplace aligned with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years related HR experience, emphasis in labor/employee relations, performance management, compensation, and training.
• Strong ethics and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Solid understanding of local, state, and federal employment law.
• Ability to coach employees and management through complex issues.
• Excellent communications skills (oral, written, listening).

Responsibilities

• Resolves complex employee and labor relations issues under leadership guidance.
• Researches and coordinates grievances, contract administration, arbitrations, and meetings.
• Guides managers on employee relations, performance management, leave administration, and policy interpretation.
• Mentors HR team members in case management and labor relations practices.
• Partners with Legal and leadership to address employee relations matters and respond to information requests.
• Administers collective bargaining agreements and provides contractual interpretation.
• Supports HR programs, training, and resources to strengthen leadership and organizational effectiveness.
• Educates managers and employees on policies, benefits, leaves, and performance expectations.
• Reviews unemployment claims and other employment-related inquiries.
• Delivers HR and management training programs as required.

Skills

Excellent communication

Confidentiality ethics

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Advanced degree or HR certification

Tools

SAP

HRIS

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Puget Sound Energy (PSE) is seeking two Senior HR Advisors to join our Employee and Labor Relations team. This role partners with leaders, employees, and union representatives to navigate complex workplace matters and strengthen working relationships.

Under supervision, you will administer HR programs, ensure compliance with CBAs and employment laws, and mentor HR colleagues. This position travels within PSE's service territory and contributes to a productive, inclusive workplace aligned with