Sr Employee Relations Manager - Nesco Resource

One of our leading clients in New England, with over 300 locations across the North-East, is seeking to enhance their rapidly growing team by adding an experienced HR Leader. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned Human Resources Professional with a strong background in employee relations to join a dynamic industry leader. The role offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package!

The Employee Relations Manager is responsible for overseeing employment risk and resolving issues related to Associate Relations. This role ensures a work environment free from harassment and discrimination while maintaining compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Key responsibilities include implementing strategic initiatives, optimizing opportunities for company success, upholding the company's vision, and ensuring an exceptional experience for team members.

A Day in the Life:

• Communicate at the leadership level, collaborate across corporate functions, and work with colleagues across business and HR teams.
• Responsible for addressing team member issues as appropriate.
• Provide formal and informal training for management/supervisory staff on DEI, applicable laws, policies and procedures, discipline and discharge, and federal, state, and local laws. Ensure consistency in the application of the same.
• Organize and facilitate dispute or conflict meetings and responses.
• Provide counseling and guidance to team members on employee relations issues.
• Investigate all team member allegations of discrimination, sexual harassment, or any questionable behavior from intake through closure. Under leadership guidance, disciplinary action should be recommended, including verbal, written, and separation.
• Provide guidance, counsel, and instruction for management in administering human resources policies and procedures, including all team member-related items concerning attendance, work performance, discipline, and proper corrective action.
• Administer policies and procedures designed to increase the effectiveness of employee relations and support positive team member working relationships.
• Accountable for the accuracy, confidentiality, and thoroughness of HR policies and procedures, records, and reports.
• Keep informed of all new developments within the department and make recommendations designed to maximize company success.
• Assist the company's legal counsel in preparing the legal defense.
• Maintain all required documentation in compliance with state, federal, and local regulations and company policy.
• Support required new hire screening programs & employee hotline.
• Provide resources and support for crisis management-related issues as needed.

Qualifications:

• 3 - 5 years' experience with employee relations & investigations required.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, & PowerPoint.
• Outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and administrative skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and draft documents, such as policy and procedure manuals, maintenance instructions, and other related documents.
• Possess the ability to present information in one-on-one and group situations effectively.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Strong client relationship management skills

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.