Florida International University · 3 months ago
Temporary Employee Relations Specialist
Miami, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$65K/yr - $75K/yr
2+ years expFlorida International University is a Top 50 public research university with a diverse student body and a strong focus on research and community engagement. They are seeking a Temporary Employee Relations Specialist to provide support in employee relations matters, conduct investigations, and recommend resolutions for grievances.
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Responsibilities
Meets and counsels with staff and supervisors on employee relations matters
Collects information, reviews complaints and grievances filed by employees and/or supervisors
Recommends resolution strategies for complaints and/or grievances filed
Conducts internal investigations to determine if a violation occurred
Report investigation findings and consults with ELR Director or designee on findings
Provides recommendations for corrective action plans, performance improvement plans, or disciplinary action as deemed appropriate
Brings closure to meetings by convening appropriate party(ies) to render investigative outcomes
Maintains appropriate documentation and ensure all investigation activities recorded in the case tracking system (iSight)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of appropriate experience, or Master's degree
Extended Criminal Background Check
Preferred
A Master's degree or juris doctor degree with experience in a similar position at a college or university comparable to FIU
Advanced training in a related field such as labor relations or human resource management
Knowledge of Florida employment laws, in particular the Public Employee Collective Bargaining Act, and the Florida Board of Governors
Familiarity with university organizational structure, policy, and political issues in higher education
Benefits
As a temporary employee, you will not be eligible to participate in all employee benefit programs (e.g., paid leave, retirement, or tuition reimbursement).
Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), a temporary employee who works on average 30 hours or more per week may be eligible to enroll in health care benefits.
As a temporary employee, you are also eligible to enroll in supplemental plans (e.g. dental, vision,) which requires full payment on your part.
Company
Florida International University
Florida International University is an American metropolitan public research university located in Greater Miami.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$7.95MKey Investors
National Oceanic and Atmospheric AdministrationUS Department of EnergyNational Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)
2024-10-20Grant· $0.4M
2024-03-28Grant
2023-01-10Grant· $0.15M
Leadership Team
Kenneth C. Hall
Senior Vice President of University Advacement and CEO of the FIU Foundation
Pablo Ortiz
Interim Senior Vice President of Advancement and Chief Executive Officer of FIU Foundation
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