Employee Relations Specialist, Staff

Company :

Qualcomm Incorporated

Job Area :

Human Resources Group, Human Resources Group >

Employee Relations

General Summary :

As part of the Employee Relations HR Community of Practice, the Employee Relations Specialist, Staff is responsible for conducting complex workplace investigations, managing employee issue resolution where dedicated or multi-faceted support is needed, as well as supporting employee relations programs and policies.

This role will include engaging with the People Solutions Employee Relations, HRBPs, and HR Operations team, and working on various special project work to support the goals of the Employee Relations Function.

This role reports into the Employee Relations Senior Manager,

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Leverages advanced knowledge of ER best practices, including applicable local laws and fair and equitable employment practices to lead and manage ER-related projects and programs (e.

g., investigations, change management, performance improvement process, workplace accommodations required ER training, EAPs, etc.).

Manages internal investigations that are escalated to the Employee Relations Community of Practice.

Leverages data and information from analytic tools, surveys, observations, and supervisors to make data-based decisions on the direction of ER-related projects and topics (e.

g., employee morale, employee engagement, work / life balance, organizational culture, employee turnover, workplace incidences, etc.).

Collaborates with senior leadership, internal and external counsel, HR teams, and other relevant resources to resolve employee relations-related issues effectively and in compliance with local / applicable laws.

Contributes to a culture of transparency and trust by meeting commitments and appropriately sharing and clarifying information to guide solutions and action across the Human Resources function.

Applies advanced knowledge of current socio-political and regulatory landscape to manage and accomplish work that is aligned with company’s priorities, culture, and vision.

Writes clear and detailed technical documentation and / or reports for projects and investigations; reviews technical documentation and / or reports for others.

Investigates, manages and remediates complex allegations such as violations of Qualcomm’s code of business conduct, ethical concerns, cases of discrimination and harassment as well as cases that have been escalated from other parts of the HR operating model.

Consults with select managers and employees on variety of issues including Performance Management Plans, Corrective Action Plans, policy clarification, and discrimination and harassment complaints where dedicated support is critical and / or cases have been escalated from other groups or team members.

Consults and partners with HRBPs to understand business challenges and needs in the employee relations space and proactively share ER related business insights

Prepares for legal actions / claims including court attendance and depositions, plans legal landscapes and monitors regional legal requirements when required

Handles the conflict resolution and internal mediation process for highly complex cases including those involving executives

Collaborates with leadership on effective practices for conducting investigations and managing employee issue resolutions

Develops and provides management with reports on any employee relations issues and issue resolutions

Recommends practices to promote effective and positive employee relations and company culture

Researches and resolves employee concerns and identifies trends of repeat issues

Recommends and delivers guidance for addressing workplace concerns in accordance to relevant policies, procedures and laws

This is an office-based position located in San Diego, CA.

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of Employee Relations, Human Resources, or related work experience.

Associate's degree and 7+ years of Employee Relations, Human Resources, or related work experience.

High School Diploma or equivalent and 9+ years of Employee Relations, Human Resources, or related work experience.

Preferred Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s equivalent in Business, Human Resources, I / O Psychology or related field.

10+ years of experience in multiple areas : recruiting, sourcing, talent development, organizational development, compensation, benefits, employee relations, diversity and inclusion, performance management, employee recognition, communication, engagement and retention.

3+ years of work experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership .

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Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits :

$109,600.00 - $164,400.00

The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted.

Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus).

In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link .

If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers () .

EEO Employer : Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification