Manager of Human Resources and Employee Relations

The Manager of Human Resources and Employee Relations is responsible for leading employee relations, labor relations, and HR operational practices across the organization. This role ensures fair, consistent, and legally compliant application of HR policies and collective bargaining agreements while serving as a trusted advisor to leaders and managers. The position manages employee relations for both union and non-union employees and serves as the primary HR contact for two represented bargaining units. This is a salaried, exempt position. 

Contributions:

Employee and Labor Relations

• Serve as primary HR lead for employee and labor relations matters.
• Administer and interpret two collective bargaining agreements (CBAs).
• Lead investigations, corrective actions, grievances, and disciplinary processes.
• Participate in grievance and labor-management meetings.
• Coach managers on documentation, performance management, and progressive discipline.
• Partner with legal counsel on high-risk or sensitive matters.

HR Operations and Compliance

• Maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment and labor laws.
• Oversee documentation standards and audit readiness.
• Serve as escalation point for complex HR operational issues.

HR Systems and Data

• Oversee HRIS data integrity and reporting.
• Analyze turnover, Employee Relations, grievance, and discipline trends.
• Provide leadership with actionable workforce insights.

Exceptional Benefits:

Minimum of 24 hours worked, and employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:

• Health (UPMC), Dental and Vision Insurances (1st of the month following 30 days from start date)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (HSA)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 403b – Traditional and Roth with Company Match 
• Tuition Reimbursement (for core positions)
• Competitive PTO Plan
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Incentive in lieu of Medical coverage

• High school diploma or GED required.
• College degree in business, or another related field, preferred.
• 2-4 Years of Human Resources, Employee Relations Experience. 

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Verland is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws