Employment Practices Specialist

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TECHEAD is seeking qualified applicants for the following Contract position – Employment Practices Specialist / Newport News VA – (JOB-20792). If you are looking for a new opportunity and this position looks to be a fit, please apply to see the TECHEAD difference that has made us successful for 30+ years!

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Job Description:
Employment Practices Specialist

100% REMOTE
1 – 3 Month Contract
Newport News, VA
M – F (8am to 5 pm) (Might require some evening hour depending on business needs.)

One of our client’s Employment Practices Group is growing and offers an exciting, challenging, and long-term career opportunity!

Responsibilities:

• Conflict Resolution: Act as a mediator in resolving conflicts and disputes between associates or between associates and management. Conduct thorough investigations into complaints or grievances and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Associate Counseling: Provide guidance and support to managers on how to address associates on various workplace issues, including performance concerns, interpersonal conflicts, and disciplinary actions. Offer coaching and advice to associates and managers on conflict resolution and communication strategies. Help ensure fairness and consistency in disciplinary actions and decisions.
• Training and Development: Identify training needs related to associate relations and conduct workshops or training sessions for managers and associates on topics such as communication skills, conflict resolution, and diversity awareness.
• Compliance and Risk Management: Stay updated on employment laws, regulations, and best practices related to associate relations. Assist in ensuring compliance with legal requirements and minimizing risks related to associate disputes or litigation.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of associate relations issues, investigations, and resolutions. Prepare reports and review analysis on trends, patterns, and areas of concern for identification of improvement opportunities.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Psychology, or related field or equivalent experience. Master’s degree or HR certification (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP) is a plus.
• Proven experience (3-5 years) in associate relations, HR, or related field, preferably in a large organization or corporate environment.
• Strong understanding of federal, state and local employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with associates at all levels.
• Solid conflict resolution and mediation skills, with the ability to remain impartial and objective.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and integrity.
• Proficiency in HRIS and Microsoft Office Suite.

TECHEAD’s mission is to make our on-site associates successful by placing them in the right environment so they can grow and prosper. How we treat and respond to our clients and employees is a reflection of who we are and makes us stand out from the rest. Keeping our business focused on building and maintaining relationships with our employees and clients is the key to our success. We won’t strive for anything less.

TECHEAD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

For more information on TECHEAD please visit www.techead.com.

No second parties will be accepted.

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