EMPLOYEE RELATIONS/EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES:   

• Promote positive employee relations through a variety of programs including surveys, roundtable discussions, employee recognition programs
• Provide objective and constructive guidance to managers and employees on the interpretation and application of Company policies, state and federal laws 
• Investigate employee relations issues including harassment and discrimination complaints, attendance, and similar issues to ensure that all employees are treated fairly, and the Company is protected from legal risk 
• Advise managers on highly sensitive employment issues, including responding to employee complaints, analyzing data from various internal systems, composing reports/summaries, and recommending solutions
• Support compliance efforts by ensuring guidelines and recommendations are consistent related to the FMLA, ADA, FLSA, Civil Rights Act of 1964, etc. and relevant state employment laws
• Project management support for: organizational development initiatives, including system and database management, policy development, and management training initiatives 
• Analyze trend data to support the continuous improvement of people policies, programs, and procedures 
• Develop and facilitate training programs related to Company policies, culture, and employment law 

EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT/BENEFITS RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administration of leave and accommodation requests, including claim filing, collection of relevant documentation, provides updates regarding claim status and managing the collection of any payroll deductions. 
• Coordinate with managers and support teams (local and corporate) to ensure a smooth return to work for employees; may also need to coordinate terminations from leave where appropriate. 
• Coordinate with Employment Support, Payroll, Safety, and other stakeholders as needed to resolve escalated issues and questions related to leave, disability, and time off programs. 
• Provide process- and/or policy-related guidance to hiring managers, applicants, and new hires in various stages of the pre-employment to ensure timely completion of the process. 
• Administer all aspects of Form I-9 verification, including e-Verify submissions, for client group(s). 
• Coordinate new hire onboarding activities, which may include answering questions and/or presenting information about local orientation, benefits, company policies and employee programs. 
• Support the administration of new hire benefit enrollment and qualifying life events in conjunction with the Benefits and Employment Support teams. 
• Administrative support which may include coordinating local events, data collection and analysis, managing office supplies, and related duties.   
• Perform other duties as assigned.