Employee Relations Generalist II

We are recruiting for a motivated Employee Relations Generalist II to join our team!

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Department

HR Administration

Job Summary

Under general supervision, serves as a primary contact for employee relations matters, promoting positive workplace relationships through effective employee communication and engagement. Works independently on most employee relations matters while receiving guidance on complex or high-risk situations. Provides mentorship to level I generalists while handling more complex investigations and employee relations issues. Focuses on maintaining consistent application of policies while supporting a positive workplace culture.


Essential Functions:

• Employee Relations & Investigations
  • Independently manages employee relations investigations.
  • Analyzes investigation findings and recommends appropriate actions.
  • Manages and maintains accurate case files with appropriate documentation.
  • Provides guidance on employee concerns and conflicts.
  • Identifies and tracks employee relations trends; communicates to HR Business Partners.
  • Reviews and approves corrective actions/ Accountability Based Performance (ABP) and Performance Improvement Plans (PIP).
  • Provides comprehensive consultation to leaders on various employee relations matters. (30%)
• Performance Management & Training
  • Coaches leaders through performance management situations.
  • Develops and delivers HR training programs.
  • Creates performance management tools and resources.
  • Monitors utilization of performance management programs.
  • Advises on policy interpretation and application. (25%)
• Program Administration & Compliance
  • Supports the implementation, coordination, and evaluation of various programs and initiatives.
  • Ensures compliance to monitoring and reporting processes.
  • Assists leader prepare for unemployment hearings and drive high success rate for unemployment claims.
  • Partners with the leave of absence team to support leave and accommodation cases.
  • Creates and maintains program documentation and metrics.
  • Supports implementation of employee engagement initiatives.
  • Assists with diversity and inclusion program activities.
  • Partners with key stakeholders for survey and audit preparation. (25%)
• General HR Support
  • Provides advanced policy interpretation and guidance to employees and leaders.
  • Creates employee documentation for standard situations.
  • Supports onboarding and exit processes.
  • Recommends and implements process improvements.
  • Supports organizational change initiatives.
  • Mentors junior team members. (20%)

Education:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience HR or related field required

Work Experience:

• 4+ years of progressive Human Resources experience with focus on employee relations required

Licenses:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong investigation and documentation skills.
• Strong customer service skills
• Solid knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
• Solid organization, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Basic analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Experience with HR Information Systems.

Shift

Days (United States of America)

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$65,500.00 - $101,500.00 / yr

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans

• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

• Tuition reimbursement & assistance

• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program 

• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

Our Values

• Respect

• Belonging

• Accountability

• Transparency

All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.