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Employee Relations Partner, Investigations

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Tesla

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Legal
    People, HR & Administration
  • Fremont

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor’s degree, 2-5 years in workplace investigations, knowledge of employment laws, strong communication skills, and the ability to build relationships and manage multiple tasks.
  • You will conduct unbiased investigations, prepare reports, interview witnesses, analyze information, maintain confidentiality, partner with teams on employee concerns, and participate in ER projects.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree, 2-5 years of experience with workplace investigations (experience investigating allegations of harassment, discrimination and retaliation); or equivalent experience
  • Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, statutes, which govern employment policies and practices
  • Thorough understanding and application of workplace investigations best practices and standards, including conducting neutral fact-finding interviews, navigating key partnerships, credibility assessments, and maintaining confidentiality
  • Ability to build strong working relationships across all levels of the organization
  • Excellent planning, organization and time management skills, attention to detail, ability to handle multiple tasks, and work in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment
  • Ability to objectively communicate with employees and management through complex, difficult, and emotional issues. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong business acumen demonstrated through familiarity with internal and external HR principles, concepts, practices, and standards

Responsibilities

  • Independently conduct unbiased investigations, determine findings, and prepare all required documentation. This includes but is not limited to preparing a clear and concise report summarizing findings of the investigation as well as maintaining case management/tracking tools
  • Conduct in-person, web-based and phone-based witness interviews. Analyze information collected from witnesses and evidence and reach timely and well-reasoned conclusions. This includes effectively assessing witness credibility and fostering effective communication with all individuals involved in the investigative process
  • Maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to all issues, and conduct investigations in an unbiased manner
  • Identify relevant investigation issues, potential evidence and investigative actions and identify and partner with other teams as appropriate to ensure follow-up on employee concerns. Maintain consistent interactions with leaders, partners, and employees to help navigate new or critical situations that require ER expertise spontaneously
  • Participate in projects led by the Employee Relations team as needed

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Employee Relations Partner, Investigations?

The primary role is to conduct investigations into employee relations concerns and support overall positive workforce engagement through unbiased fact-finding and collaboration.

What locations are available for this position?

This position can be based in Fremont, CA; Austin, TX; Reno, NV; or Buffalo, NY.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A Bachelor’s Degree and 2-5 years of experience with workplace investigations are required, along with knowledge of employment laws and workplace investigation best practices.

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, this is a full-time onsite position.

What types of issues will the Employee Relations Partner be investigating?

The partner will investigate allegations of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and other employee relations concerns.

What skills are essential for success in this role?

Essential skills include excellent written and verbal communication, planning and organization, strong relationship-building abilities, and a thorough understanding of workplace investigation standards.

Are there specific benefits associated with this position?

Yes, benefits include medical plans with $0 payroll deduction, dental and vision plans, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, and various other financial and wellness benefits.

How is the expected compensation structured?

The expected compensation ranges from $74,800 to $138,600 annually, along with cash and stock awards and additional benefits.

Does Tesla promote workplace diversity?

Yes, Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace.

What should I do if I need reasonable accommodations during the hiring process?

You should inform your recruiter if you need accommodations at any point during the interview process.

Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.

Automotive
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2003
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy through increasingly affordable electric vehicles in addition to renewable energy generation and storage. California-based Tesla is committed to having the best-in-class in safety, performance, and reliability in all Tesla cars. There are currently over 275,000 Model S, Model X and Model 3 vehicles on the road worldwide. To achieve a sustainable energy future, Tesla also created infinitely scalable energy products: Powerwall, Powerpack and Solar Roof. As the world’s only vertically integrated energy company, Tesla continues to innovate, scale and reduce the costs of commercial and grid-scale systems, with the goal of ultimately getting us to 100% renewable energy grids.