Roman Catholic Diocese of Brooklyn · 1 day ago
Employee Relations Manager
Brooklyn, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $100K/yr
5+ years expThe Roman Catholic Diocese of Brooklyn is seeking an Employee Relations Manager to provide HR consultation and support to its Parishes, Schools, and Academies. This role involves managing complex employee relations matters, conducting investigations, and ensuring compliance with employment laws while promoting positive employee engagement.
Education
Responsibilities
Facilitate discussions with employees and between managers and employees to resolve disputes
Provide coaching and support to managers on handling difficult employee situations
Facilitate communication and negotiation to resolve conflicts in a fair and timely manner
Conduct timely and thorough investigations of complaints involving harassment, misconduct, or policy violations
Review requests from current /former employees seeking redress through the Diocesan Mediation process. Forward requests for mediation to the Secretary for the Diocesan Board of Mediation and Arbitration
Provide guidance to managers on appropriate disciplinary actions for all performance and policy violations in accordance with company policies and labor laws
Facilitate employee disciplinary meetings and terminations
Assist in the development and implementation of personnel policies, ensuring consistency and legal compliance
Stay abreast of HR best practices and changes in employment legislation
Advise the CHRO, HR Director and management on compliance requirements and ensure compliance measures are in place to minimize legal risks
Work collaboratively with legal counsel as needed
Conduct surveys and feedback sessions to identify opportunities for improving HR operations
Analyze ER data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement. Present findings to the CHRO
Develop and maintain dashboards and reports that track key ER metrics
Work collaboratively with the Training Coordinator for HR related training and compliance programs
Stay current on industry trends and best practices in ER and incorporate them into training materials
Other duties and special projects as assigned by the CHRO
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree is required, preferably in Human Resources or related field
Minimum of five (5) years of Human Resources experience, including generalist and/or employee relations experience
Demonstrative experience investigating employee complaints and managing employee relations matters
Valid driver's license and dependable vehicle required for local business travel
Ability to travel within the geographic boundaries of the Diocese of Brooklyn, primarily Brooklyn and Queens
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with HRIS a plus
Comfortable using virtual communication tools (e.g., Zoom, Teams) for remote meetings and trainings
Knowledge of employment laws, regulations and best practices, including Title VII, ADA, FMLA, and ADEA, EEOC, and wage and hour regulations
Strong understanding of investigation process, documentation, and conflict resolution
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and able to clearly and succinctly recap complex matters (like internal investigations) in summary memos or reports
Excellent interpersonal skills with a patient and amiable personality
Strong attention to detail and the ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively and recommend a proper course of action
Must possess a sense of urgency, take initiative, be a self-starter, and be comfortable working independently and as part of a team
Demonstrated ability to facilitate collaborative solutions to problems
Strong presentation, organizational and time management abilities
Initiative, resourcefulness, flexibility, a positive sense of humor
Good judgment, integrity, and the ability to practice active listening with sensitivity to others
Ability to establish good working relationships with the HR team, organizational leaders and religious clergy
Ability to show initiative and remain positive in the face of significant challenges and obstacles
Challenging the status quo and proactively identifying process improvements
Ability to treat confidential information with appropriate discretion
Support the Diocese's mission and uphold its ethical and moral standards in all professional activities
Preferred
Supervisory experience preferred
Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
A practicing Roman Catholic in good standing and in-depth knowledge of the doctrines, teachings, and traditions of the Roman Catholic Church, preferred
Company
Roman Catholic Diocese of Brooklyn
Founded in 1853, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Brooklyn serves the boroughs of Brooklyn and Queens, New York.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Diana Veloza
Chief Human Resources Officer
Gustavo A. Garcia, MSIT, PMPIT, CISM
CIO
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