NEOGOV · 2 hours ago
Human Resources Generalist: Labor and Employee Relation Specialist
Lansing, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$77K/yr - $93K/yr
5+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Human Resources Generalist: Labor and Employee Relation Specialist to support their HR functions. The role involves managing employee relations, developing policies, and assisting in labor relations and collective bargaining processes.
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Responsibilities
Consults with departments on managing and monitoring employees for compliance with policies, procedures, personnel law and regulations. Researches, writes and implements related policies and procedures. Investigates and advises supervisors, managers and department directors on issues of employee misconduct and handles necessary disciplinary procedures
Leads the classification and compensation program including: analyzes salary surveys, evaluates new and existing job classifications, updates and prepares job descriptions. Coordinates, oversees and makes recommendations for current and new positions in the reclassification or reorganization process. Works closely with departmental managers regarding organizational structure and reorganization
Assists in the collective bargaining process with various labor unions. Conducts surveys and gathers data on wages, benefits and conditions of employment. Assists the Human Resources Director and County Attorney in the development of bargaining positions
Establishes and maintains effective relationships with union representatives at all levels
Participates in meetings between labor and management to discuss and attempt resolution of issues of concern. Presents management’s position in contract negotiations, grievance, arbitration and unfair labor practice hearings. Represents the County in meetings and hearings pertaining to labor issues
Investigates employee complaints and grievances, and facilitates communication between employees and supervisors to reach resolution. Assists in disciplinary investigations and provides guidance and input to department directors, managers and supervisors for disciplinary actions as necessary. Assist in the management portion of the grievance procedure, including preparation for mediation and arbitration
Researches, develops and writes policies and resolutions, and gathers information for Board meetings and closed sessions
In conjunction with Human Resources Director hears grievances at Human Resource step and responds to said grievance within appropriate timelines
Researches, develops, creates and presents Human Resources related training for county employees. Develops training programs for supervisors and employees. Meets with trainers to evaluate and customize proposed training modules. Conducts and/or facilities training sessions for selected departments and County-wide
In conjunction with Human Resources Director receives, investigates and provides resolution to discrimination complaints and allegations of policy violations from employees, applicants or vendors. Maintains proper documentation of findings and actions taken. Works closely with legal counsel to address formal EEOC and MDCR charges
Provides information, general guidance and may maintain records regarding local, state and federal laws. Examples include FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO, HIPAA, Workers’ Compensation, OSHA, and MIOSHA
Interprets and advises management and department staff regarding collective bargaining agreement provisions
Serves on committees and represents Human Resources at various internal and external meetings
Participates in continuing education to remain current on HR trends, laws, etc
Exercise independent judgment and discretion in the performance of job duties in accordance with applicable collective bargaining agreements and County policies or procedures
Serves as team lead on labor and employment matters to HR staff, providing work direction, and answers questions from employees regarding various county policies, procedures and other HR related matters
Performs other duties as assigned
Must adhere to departmental standards in regard to confidentiality and other privacy issues
Ability to meet deadlines in a timely manner, change focus on projects as needed and multitask
Dependable and regular attendance required
Ability to handle stressful situations on an occasional basis
Ability to maintain excellent customer service during stressful situations
Qualification
Required
A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management or Business or Public Administration or a job-related field with coursework in the field of human resources and/or labor relations is required
Five years of Human Resources generalist experience with a moderate degree of responsibility and some experience in labor and employee relations and/or hiring and recruiting directly related to the essential functions of the position is required
Demonstrates effective communication skills by engaging, interacting and working with all individuals to ensure clarity and understanding in all interactions
Preferred
IPMA-HR or SHRM certification
Public sector organization experience
Benefits
Ingham County offers a wide range of benefits to support you in your career.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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