Senior Manager, Employee Relations & Investigations

South Texas College; United States; On-site; USD 73,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

South Texas College is seeking a Senior Manager - Employee Relations to lead the college’s employee relations program, including investigations, grievance administration, and policy interpretation.

The role supervises Employee Relations staff, provides strategic guidance to management, and ensures compliance with applicable laws. Strong leadership, communication, and case management skills are essential. On-site work requirements apply across the district.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• At least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in employee relations or labor relations.
• At least three (3) years of supervisory, lead, or project leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervises Employee Relations staff and ensures quality, timely, and compliant services.
• Oversees investigations, grievances, and disciplinary matters with guidance from HR leadership.
• Advises management on policy interpretation, organizational risk, and strategic employee relations initiatives.
• Develops and delivers training on employment law, policies, and supervisory best practices.
• Maintains records, manages case workloads, and coordinates unemployment and related proceedings.

Skills

Employee relations

Leadership

Communication

Investigations

Conflict resolution

Policy interpretation

Case management

Training delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management systems

Job description

South Texas College is seeking a Senior Manager - Employee Relations to lead the college’s employee relations program, including investigations, grievance administration, and policy interpretation.

The role supervises Employee Relations staff, provides strategic guidance to management, and ensures compliance with applicable laws. Strong leadership, communication, and case management skills are essential. On-site work requirements apply across the district.