Employee Relations/Accommodations Specialist Job at Black & Veatch Family of Companies (Overland Park)

Job Description

The Employee Relations (ER) Specialist will be part of a team that is responsible for the execution and delivery of compliance and organizational global employee relations support. The Employee Relations Specialist role will contribute and participate in conflict resolutions and employee relations compliance, investigations and overall ER planning and communications. Contributes and coordinates guidance and policy interpretation with Human Resources Partners, leaders and professionals on a variety of employee relations-related topics that may include terminations, promotions, performance management, employee relations, and other compliance matters. Participates and collaborates on positive employee engagement initiatives and projects as needed. This role works closely with HR Partners and HR Centers of Expertise to provide cross-functional, cohesive support and solutions.

Job Responsibility

Educate, train and guide managers and supervisors in practices that help ensure equitable treatment of employees and in compliance with state and federal employment laws
Provide support to HR Partners & Leaders and manage complex employee relations issues including performance issues, complaints and investigations
Guide and support employees and managers on a variety of employee relations matters
Prepare, track, and maintain appropriate investigation reporting and documentation
Facilitate the workplace accommodations interactive process in alignment with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements
Ensure compliance with other related applicable laws or regulations globally
Assist with leave administration support and coordination of activities related to return-to-work
Provide reporting and analysis on a variety of metrics and employee-related items
Compile employee relations case data, documentation, and tracking in case management tool
Develop, recommend and implement personnel policies and processes which comply with U.S. state and federal law
Conduct research and provide recommendations on changes to support decision-making processes
Assist with required EEO/Affirmative Action and other compliance-related reporting requirements
Provide consultation to project proposal teams on EEO/AA requirements
Coordinate and assist with companywide Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) and training
Support mental health and well-being efforts through EAP coordination and support
Responsible for coordination of Anti-Harassment and other compliance-related training programs
Support special projects and initiatives as assigned
Ability to travel less than 10% of time

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration or related field
5+ years progressive HR experience in Employee Relations or HR with a strong background in compliance, regulatory tracking and project management skills
Experience solving employee relations issues
Strong understanding of applicable laws and regulations related to employee relations and employment law
Knowledge of U.S. federal, state and local employment laws and employee relations trends
Understanding of OFCCP and AAP requirements
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements which may include criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search
Ability to travel less than 10% of time
Excellent interpersonal skills
Demonstrated success in communicating with professionals at all levels using a consultative methodology
Strong leadership, facilitation, team building and process improvement skills
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to conduct thorough investigations
Strong conflict management skills
Excellent decision-making skills and communication with capacity for listening, understanding and empathy
Ability to apply consistency, fairness and inclusive thinking to problem solving and decision making

Nice to have

Excellent interpersonal skills
Demonstrated success in communicating with professionals at all levels using a consultative methodology
Strong leadership, facilitation, team building and process improvement skills
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to conduct thorough investigations effectively and efficiently
Strong conflict management skills
Excellent decision-making skills and communication with capacity for listening, understanding and empathy
Ability to apply consistency, fairness and inclusive thinking to problem solving and decision making

What we offer

Competitive compensation
401k match
benefits that start day one
flexible work schedules
paid vacation and holiday time
sick time
dependent sick time
company-matched 401k plan
adoption reimbursement
tuition reimbursement
vendor discounts
employment referral program
AD&D insurance
pre-taxed accounts
voluntary legal plan
B&V Credit Union
performance-based bonus program
ESOP-owned company stock ownership

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