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Employee Relations Specialist

The Lisinski Law Firm, Dublin, OH, United States


About the Role The Employee Relations Specialist plays a critical role in fostering a positive and compliant workplace environment. This position supports the HR team by managing employee relations issues, assisting with HR programs, and ensuring adherence to company policies and legal requirements. The role involves collaboration with leaders, employees, and HR Business Partners to resolve conflicts, improve engagement, and maintain organizational effectiveness.

Your Key Contributions

Responsible for supporting a positive workplace culture by managing employee relations issues, assisting with HR programs, and ensuring compliance with company policies and employment laws.

Conduct thorough, timely investigations into employee concerns and policy violations; evaluate findings, determine appropriate outcomes, and ensure accurate, compliant documentation in accordance with employment laws and company policy.

Provide guidance on conflict resolution and mediate disputes, counseling, corrective action and documentation process and employment terminations.

Assist with new leader onboarding and orientation programs.

Support HR Managers with performance management, retention strategies, and reporting.

Coordinate ADA accommodations. LOA and participate in Workers’ Compensation hearings, collaborating with internal and external partners to ensure compliant and timely resolution.

Identify policy gaps and assist in drafting and updating HR policies and procedures.

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.

Manage background check adjudication and maintain proper documentation.

Assist in planning and facilitating employee trainings and leadership meetings.

Support diversity and inclusion initiatives through conflict strategy mediation.

Proactively identify areas for improvement with the onboarding process, content localization, and tools to elevate effectiveness and efficiency.

Maintain accurate metrics tracking for employee relations cases, performance trends, and retention data.

Prepare reports for leadership on ER trends, compliance, and workforce analytics.

What Makes You a Great Fit

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field. 3-6+ years of HR experience with a focus on employee retention, compliance, and HR analytics.

SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred

Bilingual – English and Spanish highly preferred

Decision Quality – Makes timely, well‑reasoned decisions on investigations, corrective actions, and ER outcomes

Collaborates – Partners effectively with HRBPs, leaders, legal/compliance stakeholders

Being Resilient – Maintains professionalism and steadiness during emotionally charged or high‑risk situations

Plans and Aligns – Manages multiple cases, deadlines, and priorities effectively

Communicates Effectively – Delivers clear, appropriate guidance to leaders and employees across varying situations

Communicates clearly and effectively with employees and leaders; facilitates conflict resolution and difficult conversations with professionalism and empathy.

Works collaboratively with HR Managers and leaders to provide guidance, recommendations, and aligned employee relations outcomes.

Applies knowledge of employment laws, HR policies, ADA accommodations, and corrective action practices to ensure compliance and minimize organizational risk.

Maintains accurate documentation and uses standard HR systems and Microsoft Office tools effectively; bilingual capability preferred.

Flexibility to travel (domestic) to multi‑site operations and work different shifts, per business need.

Work Schedule

Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Local Time.

How You'll Benefit Lisinski Law Firm provides a comprehensive benefits package that supports the diverse needs ofour employees and their families. We recognize the importance of health and well‑beingand are committed to fostering an environment where every team member can feel and perform At their best.

401k Match

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Options for Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care FSA

Basic Life Insurance

Voluntary Life & AD&D

Disability Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Calm App Subscription

Paid Time Off

Our Firm At Lisinski Law Firm, the commitment we show to our clients is matched by how we support and invest in our people. LLF is a place where employees are encouraged by peers, heard by leadership, and strengthened by a genuinely collaborative team culture. Whether you join Marketing, IT, Accounting, Legal, or any other function, your work matters. Every role contributes to meaningful, lasting impact in the lives of those we serve.

Our Values At Lisinski Law Firm, we are driven by a client obsessed mindset and a commitment to learning, advocacy, efficiency, and nimbleness in everything we do. We work as true team players, delivering creative problem‑solving and high‑quality service to support families with excellence and care.

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