Employee Relations Specialist Jobs

An Employee Relations Specialist in the human resources industry is primarily responsible for handling all aspects related to employee relations within an organization. They analyze and interpret existing policies and procedures, handle complaints and disputes, and execute disciplinary procedures. They also provide counseling and advice on work-related issues, participate in conflict resolution, and help to create a healthy work environment. They ensure the organization complies with all labor laws and regulations, and they play a key role in managing the relationship between employees and management.

An Employee Relations Specialist should have excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and a good understanding of labor laws and regulations. They should preferably hold a bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Professional certifications, such as Professional in Human Resources (PHR), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), or Certified Employee Relations Professional (CERP), are highly desirable. Prior to becoming an Employee Relations Specialist, individuals might have roles such as Human Resources Coordinator, Human Resources Generalist, or Employee Relations Associate.

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Employee Relations Specialist

  • Herndon, VA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Herndon, VA
  • 2 hours ago

Strong understanding of employment law, compliance, and ER best practices. Experience presenting findings and recommendations to all levels of leadership, including those with dissenting opinions....

Employee Relations Consultant (Hybrid in Buffalo, NY)

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 2 hours ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 2 hours ago

The Employee Relations Consultant may be responsible for advising stakeholders on Employee Relations/management best practices, with the focus of resolving and/or preventing workplace conflicts....

Specialist, Employee Relations

  • IN
  • 6 hours ago
  • IN
  • 6 hours ago

Skills and Experience Confidential Investigations Employee Relations Employment Law HR Legal and Regulatory Environment Investigations Reports ER Advisory & Case Management HR: Policies, Standards and...

HR Employee Relations Specialist

  • Reston, VA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 11 hours ago

Job Summary: As an HR Employee Relations Specialist, you will play a key role in upholding the Vision, Values, and Commitments (VV&Cs) and maintaining a fair and respectful work environment for all...

Employee Relations Consultant

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 11 hours ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 11 hours ago

Relations Conflict Resolution Service Now Employee Relations Conflict Resolution Service Now...

Senior Specialist, Employee Relations & Investigations

  • Chicago, IL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 18 hours ago

In this position The Senior Specialist, Employee Relations, working without any appreciable supervision, is responsible for the resolution of employee relations issues, such as conflicts, disputes,...

Employee Relations Specialist

  • Warren, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Warren, MI
  • 1 day ago

relations issues to ensure consistency in applying company policies and federal, state, and local employment laws + Administer company correspondence for high-volume unemployment claims and represent...

Labor Relations Specialist

  • Albany, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 1 day ago

Labor Relations Specialist STARTING SALARY: $73,409, PURSUANT TO THE RULES OF THE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT JOB SUMMARY : Under the direct supervision of a Regional Director, the Labor...

Employee Relations Consultant

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

This position reports directly to the AMR, Employee Relations Lead....

Labour and Employee Relations Coordinator - Full-time

  • Niagara Falls, ON
  • 1 day ago
  • Niagara Falls, ON
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: The Labour and Employee Relations Coordinator provides a wide variety of labour and employee relations support to the Senior Director of Labour and Employee Relations and all Labour and...

HR Labor Relations Analyst - The Energy Center

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago

Run and analyze reports for each location for review/discussion with HR Managers as needed Run license pay and other reports and audit for compliance Unemployment claims and hearing (via telephone)...

Employee Relations Specialist (On-site - Acton, MA)

  • Acton, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Acton, MA
  • 1 day ago

Minimum of 5-8 years of employee relations experience. Strong understanding of HR policies, procedures, and employment law. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills....

Employee Relations Consultant

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

This position reports directly to the AMR, Employee Relations Lead....

Strategic Employee Relations Consultant Strategic Employ Relations

  • Arlington, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, TX
  • 1 day ago

Strategic Employee Relations Consultant Strategic Employee Relations Consultant – Strategic Employ Relations Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together Work location: This is a hybrid...

Labour and Employee Relations Coordinator - Full-time

  • Brantford, ON
  • 1 day ago
  • Brantford, ON
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: The Labour and Employee Relations Coordinator provides a wide variety of labour and employee relations support to the Senior Director of Labour and Employee Relations and all Labour and...

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Salary for Employee Relations Specialist Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Employee Relations Specialists offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.4%
Master's Degree
34.5%
Associate's Degree
5.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.7%
Doctorate Degree
4.5%
High School or GED
4.4%
Some College
1.2%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Employee Relations Specialists
2-4 years
35.0%
10+ years
20.0%
4-6 years
15.0%
1-2 years
10.0%
8-10 years
10.0%
6-8 years
5.0%
Less than 1 year
5.0%



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