Employee Relations Specialist

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title: Employee Relations Specialist

Location(s): Merrifield, VA

Job Description:

To provide guidance to management and employees on performance concerns, conflict resolution, organizational changes, HR policies and procedures, employment/labor laws, EEO, and adverse employment actions to promote a fair and equitable work environment. Assess and address employee engagement, manager education, employee and manager counseling, performance improvement efforts, investigations, policy interpretation and resolution of employee grievances/charges.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate employee inquiries and problems to determine best course of action; provide advice and guidance.
• Conduct thorough and timely workplace investigations and make recommendations on appropriate course of action including formal levels of disciplinary action (e.g., reprimand, suspension, reassignment/reduction or termination) to minimize legal risk.
• Create chronological history of relevant issues; ensure the accuracy of the content and that the document is legally defensible/sound.
• Resolve issues involving discipline, performance, employee concerns, attendance, personnel actions, and employment policies/procedures and laws (e.g., EEO, AAP, FMLA, ADEA, ADA).
• Apply knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of human resource management; research and evaluate employment practices and make recommendations.
• Analyze exit survey, turnover and other employee data to produce metrics outlining the current state and provide recommendations to internal customers.
• Maintain working knowledge of regulatory requirements and practices including changes and new legislation.
• Research Organization policies, procedures and past practices to ensure consistency in all adverse employment actions.
• Review performance appraisals as needed; evaluate the content of the appraisal to ensure fairness, consistency, accuracy and legal compliance.
• Confer and consult with Office of the General Counsel (OGC) and external law offices on litigation cases; provides detailed case analysis and documentation as needed.
• Apply knowledge of federal, international and state employment laws to provide advice, guidance, and counseling to employees and management.
• Assist in composing internal and external communications.
• Provides support for projects and initiatives within the business unit and/or across the organization.
• Research, compile, review and analyze reports.
• Participate in training initiatives with new Employee Relations team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Effective knowledge in local, state and federal employment regulations.
• Effective knowledge of federal and state leave and disability laws related to benefits, HIPPA, FMLA, ADA and substance abuse.
• Experience in managing multiple priorities independently and/or in a team environment to achieve goals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity.
• Desired - PHR/SHRM-CP or SPHR/SHRM-SCP Certification.
• Effective skill applying local, state and federal employment regulations.
• Effective research, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced skill to influence, negotiate and persuade to reach agreeable exchange and positive outcomes.
• Advanced skill presenting findings, conclusions, alternatives and information clearly and concisely.
• Advanced organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Effective skill working with diverse internal and external contacts.
• Advanced skill building effective relationships through rapport, trust, diplomacy and tact.
• Effective skill navigating multiple screens and PC applications and adapting to new technologies.
• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or the equivalent combination of training, education, and experience.