| Job Title | Employee Relations Specialist Senior |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | RE08974 |
| Working Title | |
| Department Name | 3JHRE:Employee Relations |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Grade Level | 45 |
| Salary Range | $43,451-71,698/year |
| Type of Position | Staff |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | BA |
| Click here for more information about equivalencies: | http://www.uky.edu/hr/employment/working-uk/equivalencies |
| Required Related Experience | 8 yrs |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | None |
| Physical Requirements | The essential job functions of this position require you to: communicate and build working relationships with staff, faculty and candidates from diverse backgrounds; abide by University guidelines; maintain confidentiality; prioritize and manage work effectively; provide exceptional customer service and positively represent the university; ensure work is detailed, accurate and completed in a timely manner; perform work in a sedentary position; interact with individuals from various levels throughout the university and work successfully in a team as well as independently. The physical requirements of this position will include occasionally lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs; occasionally standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs; sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time with repetitive motions (such as typing); and occasional ( |
| Shift | Primarily Monday - Friday 8:00 am -5:00 pm; additional hours may be required based on departmental needs. |
| Job Summary | The Employee Relations Specialist Senior supports the Human Resources goal of remaining a strategic member of the University community by educating and coaching employees, administrators, managers and supervisors on equitable application of policies and practices. Primary job duties will include consulting and coaching managers and supervisors on effective ways to address workplace issues and corrective action, among other things, in accordance with University and department policy and procedure. Consulting employees on workplace issues and maintain employee relations documentation and records. Providing guidance to managers and employees regarding University policies, procedures, and other best practices. The Employee Relations Specialist Senior must have the ability to approach each scenario from all perspectives of the business needs as a whole and not just the needs of the individual. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | The ideal candidate will possess excellent written and oral communication skills, attention to detail, independent judgment and decision making, engages in active listening, objectivity, analytical and critical thinking. Must be able to interface effectively with all levels of personnel within the organization, work autonomously and maintain flexibility and adaptability. Exhibits understanding of the customer/employee's perspective and is nonjudgmental of his/her views and actions. Knowledge of State and Federal employment laws and related liability issues is necessary, along with a high level of integrity and respect for confidentiality. |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | Prefer Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field. Eight (8) years of employee relations experience, highly preferred. |
| Deadline to Apply | 01/26/2017 |
| University Community of Inclusion | The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. |
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