Employee Relations Consultant - LDA

The Employee Relations Consultant supports the Employee Relations functional area of the Office of Human Resources. The essential function of this position includes providing guidance on employee concerns and performance management matters, reviewing and investigating non-discriminatory complaints, and identifying and developing training related to employee relations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Employee Relations

• Serves as employee relations subject matter expert, providing services in support of the ER team
• Conducts meetings with supervisors and provides guidance on matters such as employee performance concerns, performance improvement plans, progressive discipline, policy interpretation, and other employee relations matters
• Conducts intake meetings with employees and provides guidance regarding employee concerns
• Conducts HR reviews and investigations related to alleged non-discriminatory violations of policy, law, or procedures that fall within the auspices of Human Resources (e.g., Code of Conduct violations)
• Facilitates discussions between parties as HR representative
• Conducts exit and stay interviews, and monitors data on a monthly basis to identify opportunities for improvement
• Assists with conducting needs assessments and coordinating employee appeals and grievances
• Assists with employee satisfaction and engagement efforts to include preparing surveys, analyzing data, communicating results, and developing action plans

Training, Development, and Communication

• Develops courses and facilitates training on performance management, conflict management, and other employee relations topics
• Assists with training needs assessments and triaging development resources 

Compliance Management

• Supports compliance-related initiatives, such as the annual performance management process, annual compliance training, and annual outside interests disclosures

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

• Possess strong facilitation skills

• Possess knowledge of human resource practices

• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Demonstrated competency in the area of employee relations 

• Knowledge of workplace investigations, mediation or facilitative discussions 

This position is a Limited Duration Appointment (LDA)

A Limited Duration Appointment (LDA) is a form of regular employment for a specific project or for a limited period. An LDA may be established for up to one year with an option to renew the appointment annually for a maximum of three years. Please note that this position may be converted to a permanent position prior to or at the conclusion of three years, funding dependent. 

Review of applications will begin January 24, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. 

Minimum Qualifications: Requires a bachelor’s degree in human resources, I-O Psychology, or relevant field; minimum of four years of human resources experience; two years of experience performing employee relations functions, such as conducting workplace investigations and employee complaint intake meetings; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. 

Preferred Qualifications: A master's degree in human resources, I-O Psychology, or related field, and training in mediation or facilitation 

The University of Tennessee Chattanooga is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.