Specialist, Employee Relations

Position Details

Requisition Number

S795P

Home Org Name

Campus Relations

Division Name

Human Resources

Position Title

Specialist, Employee Relations

Job Class Code

EB03

Appointment Status

Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term

No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

Administers employee relations programs/projects and resolves related issues.

Essential Functions

Processes non-faculty unemployment claims by ensuring forms are completed and submitted to the Alabama Department of Industrial Relations and represents the university at appeal hearings when necessary. Assists in coordinating employee recognition programs including organizing logistics and developing agendas. Supports the development and implementation of employee relations projects, policies, and programs and assists with the employee grievance procedure process. Trains, advises, and informs AU employees on employee relation issues. Advises management on personnel and employee relation issues.

Education Level

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

Field of Study

Degree in Human Resources, Management, Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology or related field

Years of Experience

No experience required for entry level

Area of Experience

Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Level II requires 2 years of experience in human resources with an emphasis in employee relations services.

Education Level

Field of Study

Years of Experience

When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

Area of Experience

Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Minimum Skills and Abilities

The successful candidate will possess proficiency in Microsoft Office programs such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel and database programs, and a good knowledge of research, data analysis and report presentation techniques. In addition, the successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to diverse and inclusive campus environment; have knowledge of federal and state employment laws, critical thinking skills and sound judgment, the ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects, commitment to maintain confidentiality of employee records, ability to analyze facts and present recommendations effectively in oral and written form, have excellent interpersonal skills, exhibit professionalism and the ability to positively influence and lead others.

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

None Required.

Desired Qualifications

Desired qualifications include: extensive experience with large scale event planning as well as well as implementation of a human resources data tracking system; experience working with Banner and KRONOS systems; and previous Auburn University Human Resources experience a plus.

Salary Grade

31

Salary Range

$31,300 - $58,400

Job Category

Human Resources

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date

05/05/2021

Closing Date

05/15/2021

EEO Statement

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://www.auemployment.com/postings/22720
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional DocumentsSupplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How were you made aware of this opportunity?
   • AU Employment website
   • Employment websites (Indeed, HigherEd Jobs, etc.)
   • Veterans Assistance Services
   • Disability Assistance Services
   • Newspaper
   • Professional Journal
   • Listserv
   • HR email
   • Social Media
   • State Employment Service
   • Walk-in
   • Other
2. * Please select the answer that best describes your current employment relationship with Auburn University.
   • Not a current Auburn employee
   • Current Auburn employee in position less than one year
   • Current Auburn employee in position more than one year
3. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Management, Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology or related field?
   • Yes
   • No