Senior Employee Relations Specialist Job Listing at MedStar Medical Group in Columbia, MD (Job ID req44196)

Description

General Summary of Position
The Senior Employee Relations Specialist serves as a strategic advisor and thought leader, driving a culture of trust, accountability, and organizational excellence. This role plays a critical part in shaping employee relations strategies that align with business objectives, addressing complex workplace concerns, managing high-impact employee relations initiatives, and ensuring compliance with labor laws and corporate policies. As a senior-level expert, this position leads investigations, provides advanced conflict resolution, and delivers proactive solutions to mitigate risks while fostering a positive and inclusive workplace environment. The Senior ER Specialist partners closely with senior leaders and HR teams to guide decision-making, ensure consistent application of policies, and champion equitable treatment across the organization. Demonstrating advanced strategic thinking and the ability to navigate ambiguity, the Senior ER Specialist anticipates challenges and proposes innovative approaches to elevate workplace relationships and employee engagement. This role is instrumental in driving cultural transformation, promoting organizational resilience, and enabling the achievement of both employee and business success.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications
Education

• Bachelor's degree Human Resources, Business or a related field required

Experience

• 5-7 years Resolving complex employee relations issues, conducting highly sensitive workplace investigations and resolving high stakes conflicts required

Licenses and Certifications

• Professional in Human Resources (PHR)-HRCI within 1-1/2 Yrs required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Expert Knowledge of Employment Laws and Regulatory ComplianceDemonstrates advanced expertise in federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as regulatory requirements related to employee relations, ensuring proactive risk management and organizational compliance in a dynamic legal landscape.
• Strategic Influence and LeadershipExhibits exceptional influencing and relationship-building skills, effectively driving strategic business outcomes in complex scenarios, including those with ambiguous ownership or cross-functional accountability.
• Advanced Coaching and Advisory SkillsProvides high-level coaching and thought partnership to leaders and employees, delivering meaningful insights with a strategic perspective while fostering open-mindedness and balanced decision-making.
• Proven Agility in Ambiguity and Complex Problem-SolvingOperates autonomously with confidence, navigating uncertainty and leveraging innovative approaches to resolve intricate employee relations challenges and advance organizational objectives.
• Exceptional Communication and Stakeholder EngagementMasters advanced verbal and written communication skills, tailoring messages for diverse audiences, fostering collaboration, and ensuring clarity in high-stakes or sensitive situations.

This position has a hiring range of $80,995 - $152,027