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The University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for an Employee Relations Specialist in Human Resources' Employee Relations Office. The Employee Relations Specialist manages an array of investigative and compliance-related activities on behalf of Human Resources' Employee Relations Office ("ERO"). This individual works independently, and initiates or performs investigative activities, as directed. The Employee Relations Specialist administers the University's equal employment opportunity policies and procedures to ensure alignment with the University's continuous efforts in providing equal access and adherence to applicable laws. This incumbent designs and conducts related onsite trainings on various employment law topics. The Employee Relations Specialist facilitates and develops strategies to improve supervisor/employee relations, manages complaint processes, including receiving investigating, analyzing, and making recommendations; compiles information and writes responses or investigative findings for internal and external complaints. Given the position supports both the academic and medical enterprises of the University throughout South Florida, onsite/local
presence is an essential function of the position.
Core Job Functions:
1. Prepares investigative plans identifying the bases and issues involved, including, but not limited to the scope of the investigation; potential sources of evidence; individuals to be interviewed.
2. Investigates internal and external complaints/charges involving various employee relations matters, such as discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and various policy violations within established timelines.
3. Prepares responses to external charges and internal complaints for review and approval by supervisor.
4. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of job-related legislation, regulations, and guidance to provide professional consultation and assistance to managers, supervisors, staff, faculty, and students.
5. Provides support, guidance, and training to individuals on employee relations, and delivers training to HR partners on various HR topics and practices.
6. Manages and administers a broad range of tasks, including resolving complaints, counseling individuals on University's policies and procedures.
7. Liaises with other functional units within Human Resources, including Client Services, Recruitment, Records, Talent and Organizational Development, Total Rewards (Compensation, Payroll, and Benefits) on various matters.
8. Assists in the management of the department's case management system, including the entry, follow-up and closure of case files in an accurate and compliant manner.
9. Conducts all aspects of the job with appropriate level of confidentiality and sensitivity to employee and organizational data by storing documents carefully and disclosing confidential information only on a need-to-know basis.
10. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
Core Qualifications:
Education:
Master's degree in relevant field required. Juris Doctor is highly preferred.
Experience:
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in conducting employment investigations required. Less experience will be considered for candidates with a Juris Doctor.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Job Status:
Full time
Employee Type:
Staff