Employee Relations Specialist
<p>We are looking for an experienced Employee Relations Specialist to join our team in Bronx, New York. This is fully onsite. In this role, you will play a key part in maintaining positive employee relations by supporting conflict resolution, compliance, and workplace investigations. This is a long-term contract position, offering the opportunity to build lasting relationships and contribute to organizational success.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and respond to inquiries and complaints submitted through employee relations communication channels.</p><p>• Document and track disciplinary actions, grievances, and related cases in the designated database.</p><p>• Prepare detailed responses to unemployment claims, collaborating with managers to gather necessary information.</p><p>• Conduct investigations into workplace complaints, including allegations of harassment, discrimination, and policy violations.</p><p>• Draft thorough reports and documentation related to investigations, including interview summaries and findings.</p><p>• Advise management on employee relations strategies, risks, and best practices to address workplace challenges.</p><p>• Facilitate training sessions on employee relations topics, such as conflict resolution and appropriate conduct.</p><p>• Research and analyze employee relations issues to provide actionable solutions and ensure compliance with labor laws.</p><p>• Collaborate with supervisors and directors to develop plans for performance improvement and progressive discipline.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to federal and state employment laws and regulations in all employee relations processes.</p>
• At least 1 year of experience in employee relations, including investigations and conflict resolution.<br>• Strong knowledge of labor laws, employment regulations, and best practices.<br>• Proficiency in using HR systems such as Paycom and Zendesk.<br>• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite for reporting and documentation.<br>• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is preferred.<br>• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively across all levels of the organization.<br>• Ability to handle sensitive employee issues with professionalism and discretion.<br>• Proven ability to conduct research and analyze workplace matters to provide actionable recommendations.
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- Bronx, NY
- onsite
- Temporary
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31.35 - 33.00 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for an experienced Employee Relations Specialist to join our team in Bronx, New York. This is fully onsite. In this role, you will play a key part in maintaining positive employee relations by supporting conflict resolution, compliance, and workplace investigations. This is a long-term contract position, offering the opportunity to build lasting relationships and contribute to organizational success.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and respond to inquiries and complaints submitted through employee relations communication channels.</p><p>• Document and track disciplinary actions, grievances, and related cases in the designated database.</p><p>• Prepare detailed responses to unemployment claims, collaborating with managers to gather necessary information.</p><p>• Conduct investigations into workplace complaints, including allegations of harassment, discrimination, and policy violations.</p><p>• Draft thorough reports and documentation related to investigations, including interview summaries and findings.</p><p>• Advise management on employee relations strategies, risks, and best practices to address workplace challenges.</p><p>• Facilitate training sessions on employee relations topics, such as conflict resolution and appropriate conduct.</p><p>• Research and analyze employee relations issues to provide actionable solutions and ensure compliance with labor laws.</p><p>• Collaborate with supervisors and directors to develop plans for performance improvement and progressive discipline.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to federal and state employment laws and regulations in all employee relations processes.</p>
- 2025-10-16T13:43:45Z