Job Summary:

The Employee Relations Specialist will assist with labor relations and human resources matters, gathering, collecting, and maintaining documents and records required for contract and policy development, investigations, and negotiations.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direction of the Director of Labor & Employee Relations, tasks and duties will include, but will not be limited to:

• Oversight of the Work Rules for Absenteeism and Tardiness.
  • Collaborate with the program leadership to maintain the “attendance points” tracker; proper escalation to Director of Labor & Employee Relations on the coordination and documentation of penalties as needed.
  • Monitor and track unreported absences, partnering with program leadership, investigating, confirming time & attendance records, drafting recommendations and processing as needed.
  • Research patterns of excessive absenteeism, conducting investigations, verifying documents, drafting recommendations and processing as needed.
• Assists with the administration and record keeping of the agency's disciplinary systems and procedures (i.e., grievances, arbitration, time and attendance, progressive discipline, etc.); maintaining labor and employee relations records as needed;

• Handles routine labor relations and human resource inquiries related to policies, procedures, and bargaining agreements; refers complex matters to appropriate management staff.
• Assists with the initial interviews and gathers information for employee relations matters such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other concerns; informs appropriate HR staff when additional investigation is required.
• Assists with recordkeeping related to hiring, termination, leave, transfer, and promotion particularly as related to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), affirmative action, and diversity initiatives.
• Maintains knowledge and understanding of laws and regulations related to EEO, affirmative action, collective bargaining, unions, labor relations, and human resources.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Thorough understanding of laws, regulations, and guidelines related to HR and contract negotiations.

Education and Experience:

• BA in Human Resources or a related field and/or background in labor & employee relations required.
• Preference for 1 year of professional human resource administration and/or experience in data management and/or administrative filing.

*Vaccination preferred but not required.

HOURS:

Full-time 37.5 hours per week

• Monday-Friday 9am-5:30pm
  

MAKE AN IMPACT

Are you looking to make a positive impact on the lives of those in your community? At BRC, our staff help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness reclaim their lives by providing a hand up, offering opportunities for health and self-sufficiency, and restoring hope and dignity.

Each and every BRC staff member makes heroic contributions to our city, providing vital services in times of crisis and need. Through our commitment to employee wellbeing and development, BRC provides a workplace where staff can achieve their goals, make a difference with our clients, and grow personally and professionally. BRC is committed to a safe and healthy workplace: we provide PPE to all employees and enforce temperature monitoring and physical distancing best practices across our programs.

Today, we have over 1000 full-time, part-time, and per-diem positions located in Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx and Queens. Come and learn why 95% of BRC employees report that they would recommend BRC as a good place to work, and join us in building a more caring and compassionate city.

BENEFITS

BRC takes the health, safety, and wellbeing of our employees seriously. Employees are eligible for health insurance and paid sick time benefits immediately upon starting work. In addition, full time employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

1. Competitive health and dental plans, with coverage is available for your spouse, domestic partner, and dependents.
2. A minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, and additional paid sick and personal time. A 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC.
3. Tuition assistance and many training opportunities for career development.
4. Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are available so employees can set aside pre-tax dollars for healthcare, transit and childcare.