Strategic Employee & Labor Relations Specialist

Salisbury University; Salisbury (MD); On-site; USD 78,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Salisbury University is seeking an Employee Relations Specialist to lead a broad range of employee and labor relations activities. You will consult with leadership, train staff, resolve conflicts, investigate complaints, and develop policies and processes, while coordinating with the Union.

This full-time, exempt role requires a bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience, with strong knowledge of HR laws, confidentiality, and professional communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, HR, labor relations, or related field.
• 5 years of experience directly related to duties specified.
• Thorough understanding of HR laws, regulations, and contract negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Provide employee and labor relations activities including consulting, training, conflict resolution, and investigation of complaints.
• Develop, interpret, and implement HR policies and processes; prepare related reports and recommendations.
• Collaborate with the Union on all union-related matters and manage performance assessment processes.
• Oversee ADA and Workers’ Compensation administration.

Skills

Employee relations

Conflict resolution

Policy development

Training & coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business / Human Resources / Labor Relations or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Workday

Job description

Salisbury University is seeking an Employee Relations Specialist to lead a broad range of employee and labor relations activities. You will consult with leadership, train staff, resolve conflicts, investigate complaints, and develop policies and processes, while coordinating with the Union.

This full-time, exempt role requires a bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience, with strong knowledge of HR laws, confidentiality, and professional communication.