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Novogradac & Company LLP · 1 day ago

Employee Relations Specialist

Portland, OR

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$75K/yr - $95K/yr

5+ years exp

Novogradac & Company LLP is a national certified public accounting and consulting firm that values unique perspectives and bold ideas. The Employee Relations Specialist will manage various responsibilities within the employee relations function, including handling complex employee relations cases, managing leave of absence processes, and facilitating performance management check-ins.

AccountingConsultingFinanceFinancial Services

Hiring Manager

Brittany Winters

Responsibilities

Research and resolve a variety of complex employee relations and performance management issues/concerns for designated positions, with direction from the Employee Relations Manager and oversight from the Assistant Director of Human Resources. Recommend course of action from coaching to formal discipline to termination decisions

Draft performance improvement plans, disciplinary actions and other types of communication/documentation for employee relations cases

Conduct intake of employee concerns received by email, phone or via the company’s case management system

Coach leaders on effective communication techniques for employee issues

Assist in the facilitation of the semi-annual performance feedback Check-In process for designated office(s) or client groups, including assisting with system set-up, supporting leaders in developing content/message, as well as conducting HR review and approval of feedback

Responsible for administering the company’s Leave of Absence (LOA) program, including providing required paperwork, tracking requests/approvals/return-to-work, case management, and maintaining confidential LOA files

Responsible for managing requests for employee accommodations (ADA), including facilitating the interactive process between employee and manager as well as reviewing supporting documentation and identifying/recommending appropriate accommodations, as necessary

Conduct exit interviews; assist in monthly tracking of turnover data

May assist with internal investigations in response to concerns or complaints and recommend appropriate actions

Act as witness or note-taker, when needed, for employee relations cases being managed by the Employee Relations Manager or Assistant Director of HR

Assist in developing and presenting management development training courses

Provide back-up support to the HR department for coverage or other special projects as needed

Qualification

Employee relations managementPerformance managementLeave of absence managementHR software proficiencyAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsCoaching skillsTraining developmentMulti-state organization experienceHRCI/SHRM certificationAttention to detailConfidentialityInterpersonal skillsTime management

Required

Bachelor's degree in related area plus a minimum of 5 years of experience directly managing employee relations cases and 2-3 years of experience managing leaves of absence

HR Generalist and/or HRBP experience would be considered in lieu of specialized roles

Display strong analytical skills, including the ability to gather information, conduct analyses, present findings, and create solutions

Must have superior skills in writing/documentation, assessing employee relations situations, take a coaching/collaborative approach, and recommend appropriate actions

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, in particular the ability to analyze and interpret complex HR policies and law and translate them clearly to staff at all levels of the organization

Complete work accurately with strong attention to details

Ability to develop rapport with a variety of personalities, maintain a calm and professional demeanor during stressful situations, and effectively defuse escalated personnel situations

Ability to effectively prioritize a fast-paced and varied workload, effectively manage a variety of concurrent and shifting priorities

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive work-related information

Strong computer skills, including solid skill in the Microsoft Office suite (prefer advanced skill in Excel) and familiarity with a variety of HR software programs (Paychex Flex and Workday, preferred)

Able to work evenings and weekends based on position needs

Preferred

Experience working in a multi-state organization

Prior experience working in a professional services firm

HRCI/SHRM certification is desirable

Benefits

Increased number of paid holidays per year

Competitive salaries with continuous review of market conditions

Flexible working hours and work arrangements

Remote and hybrid opportunities

Inclusive workplace, providing strong professional growth and development opportunities

Strong growth opportunities

Competitive benefits package

401(k) package with firm profit-sharing

Discretionary annual bonuses for eligible positions & CPA bonus plan

Strong emphasis on quality work-life integration

Dress for your day policy

Resources of a national firm

Opportunities to engage with our active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), affinity groups, and advance your career within a supportive, inclusive environment

Medical, dental, vision, paid time off, life/disability insurance, commuter flex accounts and a 401(k)