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ClearSky Health · 2 months ago

Sr. Employee Relations Specialist

Albuquerque, NM

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

ClearSky Health is focused on fostering a positive work environment, and they are seeking a Senior Employee Relations Specialist to manage employee relations issues and ensure compliance with labor laws. This role involves conflict resolution, investigations, and promoting employee engagement initiatives while serving as a trusted advisor to both employees and managers.

Health CareMedicalService Industry

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations concerns

Investigate complaints related to workplace issues, harassment, discrimination, and policy violations

Provide guidance to managers on handling performance and behavioral issues

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (e.g., FMLA, ADA, EEOC)

Assist in developing and updating HR policies and procedures

Maintain accurate documentation of investigations and disciplinary actions

Support managers in implementing performance improvement plans

Advise on corrective actions and terminations in alignment with company policy

Promote initiatives that enhance employee satisfaction and retention

Conduct exit interviews and analyze trends to recommend improvements

Deliver training sessions on workplace conduct, diversity, and conflict resolution

Partner with HR team to develop programs that reinforce company culture

Periodic travel to hospital locations required

Complies with appropriate and approved safety standards

Performs other duties as assigned to support overall effectiveness of the organization

Qualification

Employee relationsEmployment law complianceHRIS experienceHuman Resources certificationConflict resolutionOrganizational skillsMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunication skillsProblem solving

Required

Bachelor's degree (preferably in Human Resources or related field) and 5 years' direct experience OR equivalent experience in HR Generalist and/or Employee Relations Specialist role required

Must have HRIS use experience, Workday preferred

Human Resources certification strongly preferred (SPHR or HRCI)

Must maintain acceptable driving record, current driver's license, and insurability

Strong knowledge of employment laws such as ADA, Title VII, ADEA, FMLA, USERRA, FLSA, and related state and federal labor laws and regulations

Demonstrates foundational knowledge of HR policies and best practices

Exceptional communication, mediation, and problem solving skills

Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion

Ability to multi-task and be proactive in a fast-paced environment with frequently changing priorities, deadlines, and workloads

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Outlook, Word, and Excel

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

Ability to travel to different states as needed