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Employee Relations Specialist

Summary

The incumbent serves as an internal advisor/consultant to designated operating units on Employee Relations matters. The incumbent also assists the Employee Relations Manager in developing, implementing and overseeing the Company’s Employee Relations strategies. Specific responsibilities include: investigating and documenting allegations of discrimination, harassment, retaliation and other violations of Company policy; drafting and cataloging disciplinary documents; providing guidance and counsel to management regarding issues pertaining to unlawful discrimination, sexual harassment, FMLA, ADA, and other employment laws as well as issues pertaining to Company policy and procedures; and developing strong relationships with internal customers.

Visa Sponsorship Available

Minimum Requirements

Combination of Education and Experience will be considered. Must be authorized to work in the US as defined by the Immigration Act of 1986. Must pass a Criminal Background Check.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field preferred.

Certification Details:

PHR or SPHR certification is preferred.

Years of Experience:

Minimum four (4) years of experience in Human Resources as a Generalist with an emphasis in Employee Relations. Minimum four (4) years of experience in conducting internal investigations.

Preferred Requirements

•Time Management – ability to prioritize tasks, complete high-impact items first, and be able to carefully monitor potential and ongoing issues. Level I must be able to effectively categorize concerns, respond to queries, assess which tasks need the most attention, and consult with Management for resolution.

•Relationships and Communications – ability to interact with internal and external business partners. Level I mostly interacts with employees and Managers. This role must establish effective and professional communication with employees and Business partners about issues that impact their work.

•Problem Solving – ability to analyze factors that contribute to situations, make recommendations, and implement action plan. Level I must be able to assess and make recommendations for low risk resolutions.

•Autonomy – ability to make own choices on tasks and responsibilities, and shows ability to make the best decisions within authority of the department to ensure the work is successfully completed. Level I must possess independent judgment and discretion for basic and repetitive tasks, but needs guidance on moderate issues

•Regulatory – ability to identify when a situation is out of compliance or is in direct violation of any laws, regulations or Company policies. Level I must be able to recognize violations to any Company policy, rules, or regulations when conducting internal investigations.

•Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written skills to effectively communicate in a variety of settings across all organizational levels.

•Strong customer service skills, with an emphasis on serving internal corporate customers.

•Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and integrity.

•Superior problem solving and conflict resolution abilities, solid judgment, and influencing skills.

•High level of initiative and attention to detail.

•Strong multi-tasking skills and ability to manage shifting priorities and workload requirements.

•Maintains an attitude and philosophy consistent with Allegiants standards.

•Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

•Knowledge of a HRIS system, Ultimate Software is a plus.

•PHR or SPHR certification is preferred.

•Available to travel as needed.

Job Duties

•Level I – Demonstrate understanding and support of the People Services culture by embodying it in most interactions, even in tough times.

•Support the employee relations manager with investigations, conflict resolution, and training of company policies and procedures.

•Coordinate and conduct internal investigations, maintain a case log of investigations, draft investigatory documentation.

•Provide training regarding unlawful discrimination, harassment, workplace violence, and key company policies and procedures.

•Review employee leaves of absence cases to maintain compliance with FMLA, ADA, workers' compensation, etc.

•Facilitate training such as performance management, internal investigations, ADA, etc.

•Participate in special projects/initiatives.

•Prepare and respond to unemployment claims.

•Process, respond to and track PRIA requests.

•Conduct exit interviews and surveys.

•Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

The Physical Demands and Work Environment described here are a representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Office - While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, see, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, key board, printer, and phone. May be required to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 20 lbs. May be required to work various shifts/days in a 24-hour situation. Regular attendance is a requirement of the role. Exposure to moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones, printers, and foot traffic), temperature and light fluctuations. Ability to work in a confined area as well as the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. Some travel may be a requirement of the role.

Essential Services Provider

Allegiant as a national air carrier is deemed an essential service provider during declared national and state emergencies. Team Members will be required to report to their assigned trip or work location during national and state emergencies unless prohibited by local, state or federal order.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran

For more information, see https://allegiantair.jobs

People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, immigrants, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

$50,000 - $67,000 a year

Full Time Benefits:

Profit Sharing

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/ Disability Insurance

Medical Travel Reimbursement

Legal, Identity and Pet Insurance

401K with an employer match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan