Employee & Labor Relations Specialist / Senior ELR Specialist, UC Human Resources, Hybrid

Employee & Labor Relations Specialist / Senior ELR Specialist, UC Human Resources, Hybrid

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio.

UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC's success.

Job Overview

Support the university's employee and labor relations function by providing guidance, coordination, and day-to-day expertise to ensure compliance, consistency, and fairness across the institution.

This position may be hired at a Senior level dependent on candidate experience.

Essential Functions

• Advise managers and staff on employee relations matters, including HR policies, performance management, discipline, and conflict resolution.
• Assist in interpreting collective bargaining agreements, university policies, and employment laws to ensure consistent application.
• Support labor relations activities such as grievance handling, arbitration preparation, and contract negotiations.
• Conduct fact-finding and assist with investigations of HR-related complaints, escalating complex cases as appropriate.
• Participate in Labor Management Committee meetings and provide logistical and research support for labor negotiations.
• Gather and analyze employee relations data to identify trends and recommend process improvements.
• Help develop and deliver training programs for supervisors and employees on employee and labor relations topics.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need.

Required Education

Required Experience

Additional Qualifications Considered

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Highlights include :

UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process.

Equal Opportunity Employer . Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

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