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Employee Relations Manager

Wildwood Programs
Full-time
On-site
Latham, New York, United States
$71,760 - $97,760 USD yearly
HR Professional

Job Details

Latham, NY
Full Time
$71760.00 - $97760.00 Salary
Day

Description

Employee Relations Manager

Salary range: $71,760 - $97,760/yr depending on experience

This pay range reflects 20 years of relevant, verifiable experience

We pay for experience!  Please submit a resume with your experience


The Employee Relations Manager reports directly to the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and is responsible for overseeing the Human Resources Representatives supporting programs and departments.


Requirements: Education/Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field;
    • Master's degree preferred
  • 5+ years of progressive HR experience with 3 years in employee relations
  • 1+ years of experience managing HR professionals
  • SHRM-CP, PHR, or equivalent professional certification preferred

   Who we are: 

Wildwood Programs is a proud provider of educational, residential, employment, and other community-based supports to people with disabilities and their families. We hire those dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives.  Click to learn more about Wildwood 

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for a compassionate and engaging Employee Relations Manager to serve as a strategic partner in maintaining a positive work environment, resolving workplace concerns, and ensuring compliance with agency policies and state and federal employment laws.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities may include the following, depending on the departmental assignment and services provided. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Manage, mentor, and develop a team of HR Representatives who support various programs and departments
  • Facilitate ongoing professional development and training for HR Representatives
  • Under the guidance of the CHRO, oversee the resolution of complex employee relations issues across the organization
  • Serve as an escalation point for difficult employee matters that require senior-level intervention
  • Contribute to the development, review, and updating of HR policies and procedures
  • Ensure consistent application of HR policies across all programs and departments
  • Assist CHRO in ensuring organizational compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
  • Stay current on legislative changes that impact employee relations
  • Collaborate with the CHRO on strategic HR initiatives in support of the Strategic Plan
  • Provide data-driven insights on employee relations trends to executive leadership
  • Facilitate resolution of interpersonal conflicts between employees or between employees and
  • management
  • Participate in training staff and managers in conflict resolution, supervision and other areas contributing to a positive workplace culture

Qualifications

Requirements:

  • A valid New York State Driver’s License and ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.