Job Information
RWJBarnabas Health HR Specialist Senior - West Orange, NJ in West Orange, New Jersey
HR Specialist Senior - West Orange, NJReq #:0000163888
Category:Professional / Management
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services
Department:Employee Relations
Location:
SBC Corporation, 95 Old Short Hills Road, West Orange, NJ 07052
Job Overview:
The Senior Employee Relations Specialist is a member of a Center of Expertise (CoE) at RWJBarnabas Health, the largest academic healthcare system in New Jersey. As a key member of an Employee Relations Center of Expertise, the Senior Employee Relations Specialist provides support and guidance across the system to Human Resource Business Partners, Directors, and CHROs in addressing violations of System policies, performance management challenges, workplace disputes, compliance complaints, EEO issues, and ADA guidance. Serving as a neutral party, the Senior Employee Relations Specialist conducts timely internal investigations; writing clear, concise, accurate written reports of findings and proposed remedial actions.
The Senior Employee Relations Specialist coaches and collaborates with site Human Resources in identifying and mitigating employment risks and fostering a culture of respect, inclusion, fairness and equity.
They also support the accurate recording, analysis and reporting of data and increasing the understanding of employees and leaders through training sessions and educational materials.
The position requires the ability to operate in the gray as well as superior attention to detail, communication, creativity, critical thinking, empathy, facilitation, mediation, objectivity and organizational skills.
The Senior Employee Relations Specialist also provides support and direction to the Employee Relations Specialists as well as providing feedback to the Director and Vice President on performance, training needs and CoE operations.
Qualifications:
Required:
BA/BS in a related field required
Seven (7) plus years of general Human Resources experience;
Five (5) years directly managing complex employee relations issues, internal investigations, and writing investigatory reports
Proven proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and Word
Proven proficiency in Employee Relations/Human Resources software e.g. HR Acuity, PeopleSoft, preferred
Experience in preparing educational materials and delivering high quality, effective presentations to large and small audiences
Travel within the region required
Preferred:
- PHR, SPHR or related, preferred
Essential Job Functions
Leads complex or sensitive investigations, particularly for executives and providers
Collaborates with Employee Relations CoE team to ensure consistency and compliance as it relates to regulatory requirements, related policies and procedures, and best practices
Conducts timely, thoughtful, thorough investigations; identifies policies, documents, media, etc. to be reviewed and analyzed; identifies complainants/participants/subject-matter experts/witnesses and schedules/conducts interviews
Prepares investigatory reports; findings/recommendations
Triages cases/complaints according to risk/urgency
Assists ER CoE Leadership with all reduction in force data collection, analysis and follow-ups
Delivers expertise, consultation, guidance and coaching to HR Business Partners, Directors, and CHROs throughout the health care system on best practices, laws, policies and regulations
Works closely with the ER CoE Data Analyst, in the preparation of routine, periodic, and ad hoc, reports, as required
Identifies workplace trends and collaborates with the affiliated Human Resources Department to address
Partners with senior leadership and/or internal or outside employment counsel as required
Maintains confidentiality throughout the process and in handling documentation
Delivers presentations, conducts workshops and prepares educational materials to increase the understanding of employees and stakeholders
Participates on designated System committee/work groups
Remains current with applicable laws, regulations and/or standards Federal, State and Local
Other duties as required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge and understanding of Federal and State employment laws e.g. ADA/ADAAA, ADEA, Civil Rights Act of 1964 & 1991, Equal Pay Act, FMLA, GINA, NJCEPA, NJFLA and NJLAD
Knowledge and understanding of HIPAA and related privacy laws and regulations
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to interact and relate to individuals of diverse backgrounds
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proven ability to operate in the gray
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Additional Information:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,
high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering
a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer