Employee Labor Relations Specialist II (Human Resources)
Florida International University - Board of Trustees, Miami, FL, United States
Job Summary
Performs complex activities in support of the administration, development, and implementation of the employee and labor relations program and policies. Conducts investigations of allegations of employee misconduct and violations of university policies and procedures. Works with colleagues and department leaders to track and maintain the flow of employee concerns from initial complaint to investigation and final disposition, ensuring the timely delivery of investigation summaries and recommended actions. Engages appropriate parties to resolve escalated employee relations concerns.
Responsibilities
Manages assigned employee relations concerns directed to ELR, providing staff with coaching and guidance to resolve ELR matters while ensuring consistent interpretation and application of university policies, practices, and procedures.
Assists in the preparation and execution of all separations of employment processes.
Conducts thorough, fair, and timely reviews and assessments of complex employee relations issues, including facilitating intake meetings, background research, interviews, and debrief meetings with appropriate partners.
Gathers and analyzes information for internal investigations to determine if a violation occurred, reports findings to the ELR Director or Assistant Director, and proposes possible solutions.
Provides confidential administrative support to the ELR department in all program activities.
Ensures compliance with applicable employment laws, the university's policies and procedures, and collective bargaining agreements; administers and interprets policies and agreements for management and staff.
Maintains the Employee & Labor Relations (ELR) tracking system and employee files for assigned cases.
Responds to information requests with the highest level of confidentiality; supports university administrators, managers, and supervisors in grievance, discipline, and performance management.
Facilitates exit interviews and provides monthly reports of employee response analysis to highlight patterns requiring immediate attention, such as high turnover or supervisory issues.
Provides administrative support for Nepotism, Conflict of Interest/Outside Activity Disclosures, and Flexible Work Arrangements, following through with necessary action to resolve conflicts and expiration of approved arrangements.
Performs other related duties as required or directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning logically related tasks.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field and three (3) years of HR experience, or master's degree and two (2) years of HR experience.
Desired Qualifications
Understanding of federal and state labor laws and regulations.
Experience conducting workplace investigations.
Job Category
Administrative
Advertised Salary
$62,500-$67,500
Work Schedule
Begin time: 8:30 AM
End time: 5:00 PM
Working Condition(s)
Operating University Vehicles (all types)
Pre-Employment Requirements
Criminal Background Check
Driver's License Check
Other Information
Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
Travel to FIU Campus
Clery Notice In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crime statistics, prevention, law enforcement, and reporting for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/
Pay Transparency Florida International University will not discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their own pay or that of another employee. Employees who have access to compensation information of others as part of their essential duties may disclose pay only under the conditions: (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Notice of Non-Discrimination FIU is an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and affirmative action employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement For ADA accommodations or accessible materials, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights (OCR) at 305‑348‑2785 or accommodations@fiu.edu. Requests should be submitted at least seven (7) business days before the event or as soon as possible.
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Responsibilities
Manages assigned employee relations concerns directed to ELR, providing staff with coaching and guidance to resolve ELR matters while ensuring consistent interpretation and application of university policies, practices, and procedures.
Assists in the preparation and execution of all separations of employment processes.
Conducts thorough, fair, and timely reviews and assessments of complex employee relations issues, including facilitating intake meetings, background research, interviews, and debrief meetings with appropriate partners.
Gathers and analyzes information for internal investigations to determine if a violation occurred, reports findings to the ELR Director or Assistant Director, and proposes possible solutions.
Provides confidential administrative support to the ELR department in all program activities.
Ensures compliance with applicable employment laws, the university's policies and procedures, and collective bargaining agreements; administers and interprets policies and agreements for management and staff.
Maintains the Employee & Labor Relations (ELR) tracking system and employee files for assigned cases.
Responds to information requests with the highest level of confidentiality; supports university administrators, managers, and supervisors in grievance, discipline, and performance management.
Facilitates exit interviews and provides monthly reports of employee response analysis to highlight patterns requiring immediate attention, such as high turnover or supervisory issues.
Provides administrative support for Nepotism, Conflict of Interest/Outside Activity Disclosures, and Flexible Work Arrangements, following through with necessary action to resolve conflicts and expiration of approved arrangements.
Performs other related duties as required or directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning logically related tasks.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field and three (3) years of HR experience, or master's degree and two (2) years of HR experience.
Desired Qualifications
Understanding of federal and state labor laws and regulations.
Experience conducting workplace investigations.
Job Category
Administrative
Advertised Salary
$62,500-$67,500
Work Schedule
Begin time: 8:30 AM
End time: 5:00 PM
Working Condition(s)
Operating University Vehicles (all types)
Pre-Employment Requirements
Criminal Background Check
Driver's License Check
Other Information
Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
Travel to FIU Campus
Clery Notice In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crime statistics, prevention, law enforcement, and reporting for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/
Pay Transparency Florida International University will not discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their own pay or that of another employee. Employees who have access to compensation information of others as part of their essential duties may disclose pay only under the conditions: (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Notice of Non-Discrimination FIU is an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and affirmative action employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement For ADA accommodations or accessible materials, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights (OCR) at 305‑348‑2785 or accommodations@fiu.edu. Requests should be submitted at least seven (7) business days before the event or as soon as possible.
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