Beacon Health System · 1 day ago
Associate & Labor Relations Partner
Kalamazoo, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expBeacon Health System is seeking an Associate & Labor Relations Partner who will play a key role in fostering a positive workplace environment. This position involves leading employee relations investigations, managing union relationships, and ensuring compliance with employment laws.
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Hiring Manager
Michael Standifer
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary investigator for complex employee relations matters, including allegations of misconduct, harassment, discrimination, and retaliation
Conduct thorough, impartial investigations and prepare detailed documentation and recommendations
Provide coaching and guidance to managers on performance management, corrective action, and conflict resolution
Support the resolution of EEOC claims and other regulatory complaints in collaboration with legal and compliance teams
Lead or support the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), ensuring alignment with organizational goals
Serve as a liaison with union representatives to maintain positive labor-management relationships
Manage grievance and arbitration processes, ensuring timely and fair resolution in accordance with CBAs and policies
Provide guidance to leaders on contract interpretation and labor-related matters
Ensure consistent application of HR policies and procedures across all employee and labor relations matters
Monitor trends in associate relations and labor activity to identify risks and recommend proactive solutions
Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including Title VII, ADA, FMLA, and NLRA
Assist in the development and delivery of training for leaders on topics such as investigations, documentation, conflict resolution, and labor relations fundamentals
Promote awareness and understanding of policies, procedures, and best practices across the organization
Partner with HR Business Partners and leaders to support a positive workplace culture and address emerging concerns
Complete special projects and other duties as assigned to support the goals of the Associate & Labor Relations COE
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 2 years of direct labor relations experience
Demonstrated experience conducting workplace investigations and managing complex associate relations issues
Experience with union negotiations and grievance handling
Strong knowledge of employment and labor laws, including EEOC regulations and collective bargaining processes
Proven ability to conduct sensitive investigations with discretion, fairness, and professionalism
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills
Ability to build trust and credibility with associates, leaders, and union representatives
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business, or a related field
Advanced HR certifications (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP)
Experience in a COE environment or within a complex, regulated industry
Company
Beacon Health System
Beacon Health System is a Hospital & Health Care centre providing health care facilities
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$5.54MKey Investors
Health Resources and Services Administration
2024-12-18Grant· $0.14M
2024-05-08Grant· $5.4M
Leadership Team
Kreg Gruber
Chief Executive Officer
Phil Newbold
CEO Emeritus
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