Employee Relations Specialist II Position Available In Alachua, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: The Employee Relations Specialist II position at Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) requires a Bachelor's degree and one year of relevant experience, offering an expected salary of $56,000 - $60,000. Responsibilities include handling employee relations functions, providing guidance to supervisors, managing employee disciplinary actions, and supporting performance management programs. Preferred qualifications include HR certification and proven experience in human resources functions. Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume by the posting end date.
Job Description
Employee Relations Specialist
II JOB NO
535593
WORK TYPE:
Staff Full-Time
LOCATION
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
CATEGORIES
Human Resources, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support
DEPARTMENT
62010600 – HR-EMPLOYEE
RELATIONS CLASSIFICATION TITLE
Employee Relations Specialist
II CLASSIFICATION MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and one year of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Working in the Education and General (E&G) Employee Relations Office, the position handles all aspects of employee relations functions for a group of nine colleges and administrative units. Duties include providing guidance and coaching to supervisors and managers on human resource issues to include, but not limited to, interpreting and ensuring compliance with University policies, regulations and relevant collective bargaining agreements; performance management; employee disciplinary actions; layoffs and other separations. Creates and maintains documents associated with employment actions. This position reports to the Associate Director of Employee Relations and assists with managing a comprehensive employee relations program for faculty and staff issues. Advises employees on informal methods for resolving conflict with supervisors and coworkers. Knowledgeable with the formal HR complaint and grievance processes. Supports UF Engaged, the staff performance management program. Is proactive in supporting partners to foster the development and growth of a performance-based culture, including, but not limited to providing consultation on performance management issues, and working to create a culture of feedback and accountability. Provides the guidance and coaching necessary to effectively build leadership skills in managing workforce interactions among managers. Is proactive in identifying workforce engagement opportunities to improve and enhance the working environment and leadership capabilities throughout the University. Assists departments with probationary employee actions, including probationary check-ins, extensions, and probationary dismissals. Follows up with HR liaisons after probation actions occur to determine appropriate measures to support the probationary process. This position also serves as the primary back-up to the University’s workers’ compensation coordinator.
EXPECTED SALARY
$56,000 – $60,000 REQUIRED
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and one year of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
PREFERRED
Proven experience with execution of human resource functions, preferably employee relations issues. Knowledge of personnel management principles. Ability to collect, evaluate, and analyze data relating to employee relations activities. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Ability to work with confidential information. HRCI or SHRM certification preferred.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
HEALTH ASSESSMENT REQUIRED
No
ADVERTISED
18 Apr 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
