Carnegie Mellon University · 8 hours ago
Employee Relations Partner (Part-Time) - Office of Human Resources
Carnegie Mellon University is seeking a dedicated Employee Relations Partner to join their People & Organizational Effectiveness team. This role involves leading investigations into staff complaints, partnering with leadership to enhance employee engagement, and implementing initiatives that foster a positive workplace culture.
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Responsibilities
Lead unbiased investigations into internal staff complaints, documenting findings and collaborating with leadership to implement effective solutions
Serve as a trusted resource and backup for HR Business Partners, addressing workplace concerns promptly and professionally
Partner with the Office of Human Resources and the Office of General Counsel to standardize investigative procedures and improve communication and transparency across the university
Analyze employee relations trends and develop initiatives, training, and presentations to enhance campus culture and climate
Act as an impartial Hearing Officer for select cases, reviewing reports, conducting hearings, and determining appropriate outcomes
Triage and categorize all incoming Ethics Hotline reports, and lead the investigation and resolution process for all reports related to Human Resources matters
Maintain confidential and sensitive communication with employees, ensuring all matters are handled with integrity and care
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in human resource management or a related field required
5 to 8 years of professional HR experience, including at least 2 years in employee relations (or equivalent combination of training, education, and experience)
Successful completion of a pre-employment background check
Preferred
Master's preferred
SHRM-CP/SCP or HRCI PHR/SPHR certifications preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
Generous retirement savings program with employer contributions
Tuition benefits
Ample paid time off and observed holidays
Life and accidental death and disability insurance
Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass
Access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs
Fitness center access
Company
Carnegie Mellon University
Carnegie Mellon University is a private research university that offers degrees in technology, arts, and various other fields.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$488.58MKey Investors
ICANNAppalachian Regional CommissioneBPF Foundation
2025-05-29Grant· $0.45M
2024-09-05Grant· $0.5M
2024-08-29Grant· $0.05M
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