Stanford University · 2 months ago
Employee & Labor Relations Specialist
Redwood City, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$140K/yr - $165K/yr
3+ years expStanford University is one of the world’s premier academic and research institutions, and they are seeking an Employee & Labor Relations Specialist to contribute to all areas of employee and labor relations university-wide. The role involves providing guidance on employee relations matters, managing investigations, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and policies.
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Responsibilities
Manage local efforts in coordination with legal counsel related to non-routine or moderately complex employment matters, litigation, and government agency charges
Provide advice and counsel regarding leave administration, e.g., FMLA, CFRA, and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the requirements under this law, e.g., the interactive process
Manage all facets of employee relations, including investigations and resolutions of employment disputes. Manage accurate documentation of investigations or other employment or labor matters
Provide advice and counsel regarding reductions in workforce, terminations, or corrective action
Facilitate sound and consistent employee and labor relations decisions
Act as an objective and confidential intermediary for employees and supervisors. Manage conflict resolution, mediation facilitation, problem solving, and negotiation with/between supervisors and employees
Provide guidance to managers, supervisors, and employees on university policies, procedures, and collective bargaining agreements
Design and deliver training for employees, supervisors, managers, and local human resource managers pertaining to employee relations and related compliance (e.g., training regarding policies, procedures, collective bargaining agreements, and/or applicable state and federal legal requirements)
Manage the development of policies, processes, and communications applicable university-wide
Manage collective bargaining agreements for a school/unit or university-wide basis, as assigned, including facilitating contract negotiations, responding to grievances and information requests on behalf of the university, and assisting with arbitrations
Research trends and practices in labor/employee relations - report on findings, propose and develop programs that will enhance employee and labor relations at the university
Conduct investigations, hearings, and conflict resolution meetings as needed
Adjudicate background check issues
Manage the Protection of Minors program, policies, and processes university-wide
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in human resources management, labor law, organizational behavior, or other related field and 3-5 years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and relevant experience
Intermediate to advanced knowledge regarding employee and labor relations, the National Labor Relations Act, the National Labor Relations Board, and state and federal employment laws
Working knowledge of Employment Retirement Income Security Act requirements
Demonstrated experience with mediation and other dispute resolution systems and techniques
Experience managing a dispute resolution program or grievance program
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships in a consulting environment
Excellent coaching skills regarding employee and labor relations
Ability to work independently with moderate supervision in a team-based environment
Demonstrated experience managing collective bargaining agreements
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Must have excellent presentation skills
Project management skills in a multiple-location/unit environment
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters
Strong, fundamental computer skills in technology/platform supporting business operations and communications
Preferred
Experience with interest-based negotiations and problem solving strongly preferred
Benefits
Career development programs
Tuition reimbursement
Course auditing
Superb retirement plans
Generous time-off
Family care resources
Health care benefits
Free commuter programs
Ridesharing incentives
Discounts
Company
Stanford University
Stanford University is a teaching and research university that focuses on graduate programs in law, medicine, education, and business.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$26.52MKey Investors
National Institutes of HealthCalifornia Institute for Regenerative MedicineGRAMMY Museum
2025-09-08Grant
2025-01-30Grant· $5.6M
2023-08-17Grant
Leadership Team
Nadia Roumani
Co-founder and Senior Designer, Designing for Social Systems (DSS) Program, d.school
Howard Wolf
Vice President for Alumni Affairs
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