Employee Relations Specialist - University Human Resources - Georgetown University

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Employee Relations Specialist - University Human Resources - Georgetown University
The Employee Relations Specialist conducts incident and disciplinary investigations and departmental administrative reviews. They review and assess witness reports, incident reports, statements, and other workplace reports and findings submitted by departments, managers or staff to determine if policy violations have occurred; and issue reports with official findings and proposed solutions to resolve matters of concern in support of the entire University.
They maintain an investigation case management database and conducts trainings related to Employee Relations, performance management, and professional conduct; and support the Human Resources team on complex Employee Relations matters identified by the University Director for Employee Relations and Engagement; and periodically review and assess Employee Relations policies and procedures, and revise as necessary.
Work Interactions
Reporting to the Senior Director of Employee & Labor Relations, the Employee Relations Specialistis a member of the Human Resources Department, which also includes Classification & Compensation, Client Services, Faculty & Staff Assistance Program, Hoya Kids Learning Center, Recruitment and Employment Services, Learning & Development, and Help Center.
They work closely with HR's Client Services, as well as with the University's Office of Institutional Diversity Equity and Affirmative Action (IDEAA), Office of General Counsel, Office of Compliance and Ethics, and other University staff on a variety of matters concerning workplace behavior and performance management issues and procedures.
Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in appropriate specialization
• 3 to 6 years of relevant HR or relevant and applicable work experience
• Demonstrated proficiency in the application of HR policies and practices
• Knowledge of labor relations law and practice, state and federal wage, hour laws, and FLSA
• Strong investigatory skills
• Attention to accuracy and detail
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to interface and effectively communicate with various levels of management.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information with a high degree of professionalism
• Ability to relate to a culturally diverse university community; and to work well under stressful conditions

Preferred qualifications

• Master's degree in related field
• Higher education experience
• Familiarity with Workday

Work Mode: Hybrid Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University's mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human ResourcesMode of Work Designation.
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Submission Guidelines:
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Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website.
EEO Statement:
Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Benefits:
Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.