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SPECTRAFORCE · 1 day ago

Human Resources Business Partner

Boston, MA

Contract

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

SPECTRAFOR is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner II with a focus on Employee Relations to join their Corporate Functions HRBP team. This role will manage employee relations across various client groups, providing guidance and support while ensuring compliance with employment laws and company policies.

ConsultingCRMInformation TechnologyLegal

Growth Opportunities

Hiring Manager

Nivedika Verma

Responsibilities

Manage employee relations issues by providing guidance, counsel and direction to managers and supervisors

Conduct investigations and address employee issues and complaints working in partnership with the HRBPs, and Labor Relations to make recommendations on appropriate courses of action

Provides guidance and assistance in the disciplinary action process; makes recommendations on the appropriate level of corrective action

Ensures ER cases are handled fairly and consistently in a timely fashion, and in line with company values and applicable laws

Is knowledgeable with regard to the hospital Collective Bargaining Agreements and works with appropriate parties in the interpretation and administration of such agreements

Uses sound business judgment to minimize the risk to the organization while directing management level staff on appropriate workplace practices

Develops effective relationships with HR Business Partners and other business stakeholders to ensure solutions are made collaboratively

Maintains up-to-date knowledge of federal and state employment law and compliance requirements

In conjunction with the HR Business Partners, evaluates organizational climate and issues, and facilitates improvements in the employee experience

Reviews and advises managers in creating Performance Improvement Plans (PIP) for employees who are not meeting performance expectations. Assists managers with the PIP process by attending regular meetings, taking notes, finding creative ways to improve the employee’s performance

Acts as a liaison between the employee, manager and the union (if applicable) when making employment-related decisions; mediates difficult conversations or advises managers & employees on how to have difficult yet productive conversations

Attends legal hearings (e.g. unemployment hearings, grievances, jury trials, EEOC hearings, arbitrations etc.) for the purpose of providing testimony and representing the best interests of as necessary

Supports other HR Business Partner responsibilities as needed

Qualification

Employee Relations expertiseLabor Relations experienceEmployment law knowledgeMicrosoft Office proficiencyCritical thinkingConflict resolutionCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree

At least 5 years' HR and employee relations experience

Previous experience in a represented setting

Self-starter who enjoys being part of a high functioning team

Comprehensive knowledge of relevant employment laws and understanding of labor relations

Excellent critical thinking skills, ability to diagnose problems, resolve conflict, and develop practical solutions

Ability to work effectively with and influence all levels of management and to communicate effectively with individuals from different cultures, socioeconomic and educational backgrounds

Strong level of proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (i.e., MS PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Visio, Outlook) and web browsers