Strategic Employee & Labor Relations Advisor

Stanford University; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford University Human Resources seeks an Employee & Labor Relations Specialist to advise on non-routine matters, draft policy language, and guide managers and staff across campus. The role includes investigating disputes, handling leave administration, and advising on workforce reductions within a hybrid work model at the Redwood City campus.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in HR or related field and 3–5 years of relevant experience, strong discretion, and excellent

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years of relevant experience or combination of education and experience.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of employee and labor relations and employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice, counsel, and training on non-routine employee and labor relations matters to HR representatives, managers, and employees.
• Manage all facets of employee relations, including investigations and resolutions of disputes and documentation.
• Advise on leaves (FMLA, CFRA) and compliance with ADA and interactive process.
• Design and deliver training on policies, collective bargaining agreements, and compliance.
• Manage collective bargaining agreements and facilitate negotiations and arbitrations as assigned.
• Research trends in labor/employee relations and develop programs to improve the university’s relations framework.
• Conduct investigations, hearings, and conflict resolution meetings as needed.

Skills

Mediation

Discretion/confidentiality

Presentation skills

Project management

Coaching

Interpersonal communication

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in human resources management, labor law, organizational behavior, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS systems

Job description

Stanford University Human Resources seeks an Employee & Labor Relations Specialist to advise on non-routine matters, draft policy language, and guide managers and staff across campus. The role includes investigating disputes, handling leave administration, and advising on workforce reductions within a hybrid work model at the Redwood City campus.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in HR or related field and 3–5 years of relevant experience, strong discretion, and excellent