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Spirit AeroSystems

Employee Relations

Wichita, KS · On-site

$71K - $128K/yr

Senior Manager of Employee Relations Key Responsibilities * Provide guidance to managers and employees on company policies, procedures, and workplace expectations. * Train, coach, and advise leaders ...

Gap, Inc.

Manager, Employee Relations

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

You will help develop and implement proactive employee relations management strategies that support business partners' business goals. You will help ensure business partners comply with employment ...

Rivian

Employee Relations Specialist

Normal, IL · On-site

Role Summary We are seeking an Employee Relations Specialist to strengthen frontline leadership capability, drive consistent employee relations practices, and help build a fair, respectful, high ...

Renuity

Director, Employee Relations

Charlotte, NC · On-site

The Director of Employee Relations oversees the policies, procedures, and programs of Renuity's employee relations organization, developing and improving programs related to employee morale and ...

Northwest

Employee Relations Partner

Fishers, IN · On-site

The Employee Relations Partner plays a critical role in fostering a positive and compliant workplace culture within the bank. This role serves as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees, ensuring ...

Zachry Group

Employee Relations Advisor

San Antonio, TX · On-site +1

The Employee Relations Advisor I provides frontline support for employee relations activities, including case intake, documentation, policy interpretation, and issue resolution. This role partners ...

VHC Health

Employee Relations Specialist

Arlington, VA · On-site

The Employee Relations Specialist plays a critical role in promoting a positive and fair workplace culture, ensuring both consistency and compliance when handling employee relations matters. This ...

Rivian

Employee Relations Specialist

Normal, IL · On-site

Role Summary We are seeking an Employee Relations Specialist to strengthen frontline leadership capability, drive consistent employee relations practices, and help build a fair, respectful, high ...

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How much do employee relation jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for employee relation in the United States is $64,076.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,500.00 and $81,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Employee Relations professionals, and how are they typically addressed within organizations?

Employee Relations professionals often encounter challenges such as resolving workplace conflicts, navigating complex employment laws, and managing sensitive investigations. These challenges require strong communication skills, impartiality, and up-to-date knowledge of labor regulations. Organizations typically support Employee Relations staff through continuous training, access to legal resources, and collaboration with HR, management, and legal teams to ensure fair and consistent resolution of issues. Building trust with both employees and leadership is key to successfully addressing these challenges.

What are Employee Relations?

Employee Relations refers to the efforts a company takes to manage relationships between employers and employees. This field focuses on preventing and resolving issues involving individuals or groups at work, ensuring workplace policies are fair, and fostering a positive work environment. Employee Relations professionals handle conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and communication between staff and management. They play a critical role in maintaining employee satisfaction, productivity, and legal compliance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Employee Relations Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Employee Relations Specialist, you need a strong understanding of labor laws, conflict resolution strategies, and HR policies, often supported by a degree in human resources or a related field. Familiarity with HR information systems (HRIS), case management tools, and certifications like SHRM or HRCI are commonly required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, discretion, and the ability to communicate clearly help build trust and resolve workplace issues effectively. These competencies are crucial for fostering a positive work environment, ensuring legal compliance, and maintaining organizational productivity.
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Employee and Labor Relations Specialist

Employee and Labor Relations Specialist

Business Management Associates, Inc.

Washington, DC • On-site

Full-time

Posted yesterday

Job description

Business Management Associates, Inc. (BMA) Integrating People and Process Through Service, with a strategic emphasis on integrating people and process, and proven, documented project management methodology for internal and external management while maintaining a strategic and financial focus on an organizations most important component it's people;
"Love Thy Customer; Love Thy Work; Love Thy System"
Business Management Associates (BMA) is seeking an Employee and Labor Relations Specialist who has expertise in adverse and disciplinary actions, administrative and negotiated grievance decisions, and Unfair Labor Practice responses.
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
  • Advising on and drafting the full range of ELR documents, such as adverse and disciplinary actions, correspondence regarding reasonable accommodation, administrative and negotiated grievance decisions, Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) responses, and correspondence regarding leave.
  • Research and preparations for and/or participation in interactions with Labor Unions regarding conditions of employment.
  • Prepare and engage in collective bargaining.
  • Prepare written disciplinary and adverse action.
  • Documented and organized disciplinary and adverse action employee relation case files.
  • Written reasonable accommodation documents and documentation.
  • Documentation of grievance decisions and adjudications.
  • Documentation of responses to ULP charges.
  • Advise managers and supervisors on implementing interim measures to protect alleged victims.
  • Prepare and draft (violation) findings memoranda memorializing the inquiry, and issues to management for corrective action.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
  • Demonstrate a broad range of labor and employee relations expertise to be able to consult with the USCP LER manager, team leader and/or HR specialist to initiate work. Advise and assist with addresses varying aspects of LER by providing guidance on the best courses of action available, based on relevant factors and considering the current culture and trends of the organization. A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Labor Relations, Human Resources Management, or a closely related field is required. A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in employee relations, labor relations, leave management, workplace flexibilities, worker's compensation and employee benefits. Knowledge in the interpretation and application of FLSA, FMLA, and the ADA.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
  • Bachelor's Degree and (10) years of related Employee and Labor Relations expertise.

At BMA, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related), genetic information, or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. BMA complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which BMA has facilities. BMA believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success as a company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

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