The University of Texas at El Paso · 1 day ago
Employee Relations Consultant
El Paso, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$65K/yr - $65K/yr
3+ years expThe University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. The Employee Relations Consultant serves as a strategic partner within the Office of Human Resources, focusing on fostering a positive workplace environment and managing complex employee relations matters.
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Responsibilities
Provide employee relations consultation and guidance to supervisors, faculty and staff regarding performance issues, corrective action, and conflict resolution
Conduct workplace investigations, including interviewing employees, gathering documentation, and preparing investigative reports
Manage employee relations casework by maintaining accurate confidential case files, tracking deadlines, and documenting recommendations and outcomes
Prepare written reports and communications, including investigation summaries, performance improvement plans, and corrective action documents
Conduct investigation meetings and mediation sessions
Partner with academic and administrative leaders to address organizational challenges and improve employee engagement
Collaborate with HR leadership to identify employee relations issues and recommend strategies for organizational development and workforce planning
Provide advice and guidance to managers and employees on institutional policies
Collaborate and consult with HR units, Legal Counsel, Title IX, Equal Opportunity Office, and other internal partners to ensure coordinated responses to workplace issues
Assist in the development and facilitation of training programs in performance management, employee recognition, and supervisory skills in conflict resolution
Provide advice and guidance to managers and employees on institutional policies
Collaborate and consult with HR units, Legal Counsel, Title IX, Equal Opportunity Office, and other internal partners to ensure coordinated responses to workplace issues
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field
Three (3) years of experience in employee relations, HR consulting, investigations, mediation, or related HR role
Knowledge of employment laws, regulatory requirements and best practices
Strong interpersonal communication and conflict resolution skills
Demonstrate ability to manage time sensitive and confidential information with discretion
Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems
Complies with all State and University policies
Preferred
Experience working in a higher education environment
Experience conducting workplace investigations
Advanced HR certification such as SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR
Benefits
Benefit Package includes: Medical, Prescription, Life Insurance and Wellness platform
Voluntary Benefits: Dental, Vision, Additional life insurance, UT Flex, Short and Long - term disability plans
Retirement Programs
Longevity Pay
Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Employee Discounts & Perks
Employee Education Assistance program
And much more! Visit our Benefits Summary Page for more information on our additional benefits.
Company
The University of Texas at El Paso
The University of Texas at El Paso.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2024 (6)
2023 (24)
2022 (34)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.8MKey Investors
Google.orgNational Cancer InstituteU.S. Department of Education
2024-06-04Grant· $1M
2023-04-06Grant· $1M
2022-09-13Grant· $0.55M
Leadership Team
Guadalupe V.
Senior Assoc. Vice President for Business Affairs/Deputy Chief Financial Officer, CGFM
Mark McGurk
CFO/Vice President for Business Affairs, CPA, CGFM
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