Employee Relations Director jobs in Rockford, IL

Job Summary

The Employee Relations Consultant is responsible for establishing and continuously maintaining effective, cooperative day-to-day communications with UW Health managers, employees, and other Human Resources staff. This position will serve as a proactive change agent who will act as a consultant and coach to employees and managers in the area of employee relations. The Employee Relations Consultant will proactively work with managers to build teams and retain staff. The incumbent will advise, counsel, and support management staff in application of HR processes, policies and procedures and implementing strategies that support the goals of the organization, as well as represent management in administrative legal forums when appropriate.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related area

Preferred: Master’s – Industrial Relations or related area

Work Experience: 3 years human resource generalist experience

Preferred: 5 years employee relations experience or 6 years human resource generalist experience

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred: PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Systems acumen with the ability to focus on details.
• Proven ability in facilitating effective meetings and interactions
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work closely with all levels of management and administration
• Competent using MS Office programs
• Flexible and demonstrates comfort with ambiguity.
• Exercises discretion and good judgment appropriately
• Knowledge of state and federal labor laws.