Lakeshore Talent · 4 days ago
Employee Relations & Engagement Specialist
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$30/hr - $40/hr
3+ years expLakeshore Talent is seeking an Employee Relations and Engagement Specialist to enhance workplace culture and employee satisfaction. The role focuses on building strong relationships between employees and leadership, addressing concerns, and fostering a positive environment through various engagement strategies.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Lindsey Anderson
Responsibilities
Conduct regular listening sessions, focus groups, and pulse surveys to identify trends, concerns, and opportunities for improvement
Partner with leaders to develop and implement action plans in response to employee feedback
Through onsite interaction, risk assessment, and observation, develop strategies that enhance employee satisfaction, belonging, and connection
Collaborate with HR and legal teams to resolve employee relations matters effectively
Monitor engagement metrics and recommend initiatives to improve morale and retention
Perform other duties as assigned
Serve as a trusted and approachable resource for employees seeking guidance, support, or conflict resolution
Coach leaders on effective communication, fairness, and consistency in daily interactions
Promote a culture of transparency, respect, and accountability
Identify early indicators of workplace dissatisfaction and work proactively with leadership
Strengthen and promote the organization’s open-door philosophy
Build and manage multiple feedback channels (digital, in-person, anonymous)
Track, analyze, and report feedback themes while maintaining confidentiality
Ensure timely follow-up so employees see meaningful outcomes from their input
Partner with leaders to integrate recognition into daily operations
Evaluate recognition program effectiveness and continuously improve based on feedback
Monitor workplace climate and intervene early with constructive solutions
Reinforce direct communication and collaborative problem-solving between employees and leadership
Qualification
Required
Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
3–5 years of experience in employee relations, HR, engagement, or similar roles
Proven ability to build and sustain a positive workplace culture
Experience facilitating discussions, resolving conflicts, and coaching leaders
Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and recommend actionable solutions
High emotional intelligence, discretion, and a passion for employee wellbeing
Strong analytical skills, including interpretation of employee relations risk data
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to conduct thorough, unbiased investigations
Proficiency in conflict resolution and disciplinary guidance
Ability to collaborate effectively with HR and legal teams
Company
Lakeshore Talent
Since 1995, Lakeshore has provided Staffing, Recruiting and Payrolling services to employers in Denver and Chicago across multiple industries.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Amy Arroyo
Employee focused HR Business Partner & Sr. Account Executive
Tara Stelter
Account Manager, Partnership Development
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