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Employee Relations Investigations Lead

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • People, HR & Administration
  • Indianapolis

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor's degree, 8-10 years in employee relations, HR certifications preferred, strong legal knowledge, investigation skills, and excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
  • You will investigate complex cases, interview witnesses, analyze documents, prepare reports, make recommendations, conduct audits, and enhance employee relations processes and training.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Master's degree or JD degree strongly preferred
  • Minimum 8 to 10 years of relevant employment law or employee relations experience
  • HR Certifications preferred (SPHR, PHR, SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP)
  • Proven experience managing discrimination and DEI related investigations
  • Detailed understanding of federal, state & local employment laws
  • Advanced workplace investigations skills
  • Flawless objectivity and integrity
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to influence
  • Experience advising, counseling and making recommendations to management on a broad range of employment-related matters
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Strong problem-solving ability

Responsibilities

  • The ER Lead will investigate complex and executive level cases.
  • The ER Lead will use their employment law knowledge, employee relations expertise, good judgment and critical thinking skills to provide consultation to develop creative, effective solutions to often complex employment problems, issues and challenges.
  • Their scope will include interviewing witnesses, gathering and reviewing relevant documents, analyzing and synthesizing the information gathered to determine the facts, assessing witness credibility, preparing a concise investigation report, making recommendations to management for remedial action, updating the case tracking system and assisting with reporting and analytics.
  • The Lead will be responsible for conducting regional case audits, developing and facilitating interactive, scenario-based trainings for people managers and other team members.
  • Proactively identify improvements to ER processes and practices.

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Employee Relations Investigations Lead?

The primary role of the Employee Relations Investigations Lead is to investigate complex employment cases, provide consultation on employment issues, and develop effective solutions using employment law knowledge and employee relations expertise.

What kind of experience is required for this position?

The position requires a minimum of 8 to 10 years of relevant employment law or employee relations experience.

Is a specific educational background necessary for this role?

Yes, a bachelor's degree is required, and a master's degree or JD degree is strongly preferred.

What skills are essential for the Employee Relations Investigations Lead?

Essential skills include advanced workplace investigation skills, excellent verbal and written communication abilities, strong problem-solving skills, objectivity and integrity, as well as proficiency in influencing and advising management.

Will this role involve training others?

Yes, the Employee Relations Investigations Lead will be responsible for developing and facilitating interactive, scenario-based training for people managers and team members.

Who does the Employee Relations Investigations Lead report to?

The Employee Relations Investigations Lead reports to the Executive Director of Employee Relations.

What kind of investigations will the Employee Relations Investigations Lead primarily handle?

The Lead will primarily manage discrimination and DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) related investigations.

Are HR certifications preferred for this role?

Yes, HR certifications such as SPHR, PHR, SHRM-SCP, or SHRM-CP are preferred.

Does IU Health support diversity and inclusion in its hiring practices?

Yes, IU Health values diversity and inclusion and does not discriminate based on various protected characteristics.

What is the mission of Indiana University Health?

Indiana University Health's mission is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation, and education, and to make Indiana one of the nation's healthiest states.

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Mission & Purpose

Indiana University Health is a leading healthcare system dedicated to improving the health and well-being of individuals and communities across Indiana. Committed to providing exceptional patient care, education, and research, IU Health offers a comprehensive range of medical services, including primary care, speciality care, hospitals, and advanced treatments. With a focus on innovation, collaboration, and compassionate care, IU Health aims to empower individuals to live healthier lives while addressing the evolving healthcare needs of the region.

Benefits

  • Market-Competitive Pay and Benefits

    IU Health strives to create an environment where team members feel personally valued, professionally invested and inspired by their work. One way we do this is by providing our team members with a market-competitive pay and benefits package.

  • Flexible Health and Wellness

    Take care of yourself and your family with comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans. IU Health three medical insurance plans to choose from, with IU Health covering a large portion of the cost. Depending on the medical plan, IU Health offers HSA or flexible spending account (FSA) options and contributes to team member HSAs.

  • Emphasis on Work/Life Integration

    Team members have access to a highly flexible paid time off program to support their work/life integration.

  • Saving for Your Future

    Saving for retirement is a crucial part of planning for your financial future. A 401(k) savings plan is available and IU Health provides a contribution match of up to 4 percent, with immediate vesting and the potential for an additional annual contribution by IU Health based on organization performance.

  • Unique Personal and Professional Growth

    IU Health provides a variety of programs to support your personal and professional growth, including a tuition reimbursement program and adoption assistance. As a team member, you may also qualify for a public service loan forgiveness program through the federal government.