Job TitleEmployee Relations Specialist SeniorRequisition NumberRE48877Working TitleDepartment Name3JHRE:Employee Relations/Leave AdministrationWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level45Salary Range$47,278-78,000/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
5 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None.
Physical Requirements
Sitting, standing and walking.
Shift
Core working time Monday-Friday; 8:00 am – 5:00 pm; and some work required outside of core working time.
Job Summary
The Employee Relations Specialist Senior supports the Human Resources goal of remaining a strategic member of the University community by educating and coaching employees, administrators, managers and supervisors on equitable application of policies and practices.
Primary job duties will include consulting and coaching managers and supervisors on effective ways to address workplace issues and corrective action, among other things, in accordance with University and department policy and procedure. Consulting employees on workplace issues and maintain employee relations documentation and records. Providing guidance to managers and employees regarding University policies, procedures, and other best practices. The Employee Relations Specialist Senior must have the ability to approach each scenario from all perspectives of the business needs as a whole and not just the needs of the individual.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Knowledge of state and federal employment laws; and related liability issues.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to Apply05/25/2025Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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