EMPLOYEE RELATIONS ADVISOR - HUMAN RESOURCES (Costa Mesa, CA, US, 92626) - Hoag

Salary Range: $43.2700 - $66.5300 /hour. Actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, skill level, and education.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

The Employee Relations (ER) Advisor provides key consultation, solutions and support to organizational leadership in support of the Hoag strategic plan. Uses critical thinking, judgement and persuasion to drive decisions that are in alignment with Hoag’s core values. Develops effective relationships with the business to understand organization dynamics. Creates strategies to proactively address workplace issues with stakeholders. Identifies & analyzes trends to proactively address root causes and systemic issues. Engages leadership to identify options and resources to meet operational needs and to build support for identified solutions. Consults on all matters involving the employee/employer relationship and especially those that are complex and sensitive. Provides expert HR input on operational decisions and interpretation and application of policies and procedures. Provides subject matter expertise on policies, employment law, the investigation process, understanding trends and applying best practices. The Employee Relations Advisor will have working knowledge of various Human Resources (HR) practices including, but not limited to, employee relations, performance management, legal and regulatory compliance, skill development, interactive process and requests for accommodation, and compensation practices.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, industrial labor relations, business or related field and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in employee relations

Minimum of  8 years within Human Resources

Proven track record as a trusted advisor and consultant to the business & HR leadership to provide effective counsel on workplace matters

Strong knowledge of pertinent labor/employment laws as well as human resource management principles, practices & procedures

Experience delivering business-based solutions in potentially emotional, pressure filled and time sensitive situations

Significant experience with statistical concepts, interpreting statistical results and identifying trends

Strong knowledge of local, state (California) and federal employment law and regulations including Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FMLA, FLSA, OSHA and workers compensation

Strong knowledge of performance management

Experience advising management regarding complex performance deficiency or policy violation issues, including high-risk cases requiring investigations performed under attorney-client privilege

Preferred:

Master’s degree in Human Resources, industrial labor relations, business or related field

Large corporation HR/ER experience

Managed complex and cross-functional initiatives, processes and projects

Healthcare industry knowledge

Strong experience in Microsoft Office Suite applications

Experience with Success Factors or other recruiting systems, and Lawson or other HRIS systems.

Hoag is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Hoag is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Hoag hires a diverse group of people in a manner that allows them to reach their full potential in the pursuit of organizational objectives.