Senior Employee & Labor Relations Specialist (2 Vacancies)

Senior Employee & Labor Relations Specialist (2 Vacancies)

Stanford University is one of the world’s premier academic and research institutions, devoting tremendous intellectual and physical resources toward the betterment of humanity. As a major Silicon Valley employer, Stanford seeks people committed to excellence and to improving our world.

Find out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered.

Reporting to the Employee & Labor Relations Manager, the Sr. Employee & Labor Relations Specialist is a demonstrated subject matter expert in complex employee and labor relations matters and responsible for leading investigations, writing investigative reports, advising on performance management and workplace concerns, interpreting and drafting policy and contract language, and providing guidance on corrective actions, separations, and grievances.

The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws, and collective bargaining agreements, exercises sound judgment, maintains strict confidentiality, and applies strong analytical and interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts and concerns in alignment with the university’s mission and values.

This position is currently hybrid, on-site minimum two days per week, at Stanford’s Redwood City campus location.

CORE DUTIES :

• Manage local efforts in coordination with legal counsel related to complex or highly complex employment matters, litigation, and government agency charges.
• Provide advice and counsel regarding leave administration, e.g., FMLA, CFRA, and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the requirements under this law, e.g., the interactive process.
• Manage all facets of employee relations, including investigations and resolutions of employment disputes.
• Ensure sound and consistent employee and labor relations decisions.
• Act as an objective and confidential intermediary for employees and supervisors.
• Act as a trusted expert for managers, supervisors, and employees on university policies, procedures, and collective bargaining agreements.
• Conceive, design, and deliver training for employees, supervisors, managers, and local human resource managers pertaining to employee relations and related compliance.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Frequently stand / walk, sit, perform desk-based computer tasks, use a telephone, and grasp lightly / fine manipulation.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Travel on campus to schools / units, occasional out of town travel.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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