Employee Relations Partner - REMOTE

$60,000 - $75,000/Yr

Ryder - Nashville, TN

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Nashville, TN

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About the position

The Employee Relations Partner is a pivotal role within Ryder System, responsible for providing consistent and tactical Employee Relations consultation to both Managers and Employees. This position is designed to resolve employee issues and provide guidance on conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and terminations. The Employee Relations Partner will conduct thorough Human Resources (HR) investigations to ensure that all employee issues are addressed in compliance with company policies, as well as local, state, and federal regulations. The role also involves analyzing and interpreting data to monitor employee relations trends, which aids Operations Management in proactively addressing these trends. Furthermore, the Employee Relations Partner will offer guidance and interpretation of policies and procedures to minimize the company's legal liability. In this remote position, the Employee Relations Partner will oversee the daily administration of reported concerns within ServiceNow and Navex systems. They will conduct and participate in all phases of local HR investigations, developing investigation plans, and ensuring that investigations are fair, neutral, and timely, in accordance with company policies and federal/state regulations. The role requires close collaboration with Operational Management, Business HR, Labor Relations, and Legal Teams to create solutions for complex Employee Relations issues. The Employee Relations Partner is also responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality Human Resources support, which includes performance management, risk mitigation in legal compliance, and administration of relevant clauses within union Collective Bargaining Agreements, as applicable. Additional responsibilities include maintaining knowledge of legal requirements and employment legislation within the region, as well as traveling as needed to company sites within the supported region. This position is essential for fostering a positive work environment and ensuring that employee relations are managed effectively and in compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide tactical Employee Relations consultation to Managers and Employees.
• Conduct HR-related investigations to resolve employee issues in adherence to company policies and regulations.
• Analyze and interpret data to monitor employee relations trends.
• Provide guidance on conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
• Oversee daily administration of reported concerns within ServiceNow and Navex systems.
• Develop investigation plans and conduct fair, neutral, and timely investigations.
• Partner with Operational Management, Business HR, Labor Relations, and Legal Teams to create solutions for Employee Relations issues.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality HR support, including performance management and legal compliance.
• Maintain knowledge of legal requirements and employment legislation within the region.
• Travel as needed to company sites within the supported region.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, organizational management, law, or equivalent required.
• Five (5) years or more in HR compliance, HR generalist, or employee relations required.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite (intermediate level) required.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations (intermediate level) required.

Nice-to-haves

• Ability to conduct sensitive investigations and identify violations of regulations and policies.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Strong conflict resolution skills and ability to remain impartial during investigations.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization.
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of multi-tasking with excellent time management skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits including medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability insurance options.
• Paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family, and parental leave.
• Tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.