Employee Relations Generalist

Peoria Unified School District
Glendale, AZ
Employee Relations Generalist Location Glendale, AZ : JobID: 22435 Position Type: District Support/Human Resources Date Posted: 6/3/2025 Location: District Administration Center - Glendale, AZ Date Available: July 1, 2025 Closing Date: 06/17/2025 Position Title: Employee Relations Generalist Department: Human Resources Supervisor: Human Resources Director Term of Employment: 12 months Salary Classification: Grade Level 6, Salaried Exempt ($51,593.85-$55,315.80 DOE) Position Overview: The Employee Relations Generalist is responsible for managing and resolving employee relations issues to foster a positive, productive work environment within the Peoria Unified School District. This role involves collaborating with management, supervisors, and employees to address workplace concerns, promote compliance with organizational policies, and ensure alignment with state and federal employment laws. The Employee Relations Generalist plays a crucial role in conflict resolution, performance management, and disciplinary actions while providing guidance to employees and leadership on best practices in employee relations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Employee Relations Consultation: Advise managers and employees on employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, performance management, and disciplinary actions.
  • Investigations: Conduct thorough and impartial investigations related to employee grievances, harassment claims, discrimination, and other workplace concerns, ensuring timely and fair resolution.
  • Policy Interpretation and Enforcement: Interpret and apply organizational policies, state and federal labor laws, and employment regulations to ensure consistent enforcement and compliance across all departments.
  • Performance Management: Assist in developing and implementing performance management plans, including coaching managers on providing feedback, conducting performance evaluations, and addressing performance issues.
  • Mediation and Conflict Resolution: Act as a mediator between employees and supervisors to resolve workplace disputes and foster better communication and understanding.
  • Documentation and Record Keeping: Maintain detailed records of employee relations cases, including investigation findings, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution steps.
  • Training and Development: Provide training to supervisors and employees on employee relations topics such as conflict resolution, effective communication, and organizational policies.
  • Compliance: Ensure employee relations practices align with applicable labor laws, employment regulations, and organizational policies, and report any risks or violations.
  • Employee Advocacy: Serve as an advocate for employees, ensuring their concerns are heard and addressed fairly while balancing the needs of the organization.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with HR teams, managers, and legal advisors to address employee issues and develop strategies to maintain a positive work environment.
Knowledge and Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including but not limited to FMLA, ADA, EEO, and FLSA.
  • Expertise in conflict resolution, mediation, and employee relations best practices.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with professionalism.
  • Proficiency in documentation, investigation techniques, and case management.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Three to five years of experience in employee relations or human resources management.
  • Experience conducting employee investigations and managing disciplinary actions.
OR any equivalent combinations of experience and education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Other Requirements:
  • Must pass a background check and fingerprint clearance.
  • May be required to work outside of normal working hours.
  • May require frequent travel for work-related functions.
Posted 2025-08-06

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