The Employee Relations Business Partner provides guidance and support to our organization and its employees. They have a deep understanding of employment laws and workplace policies and handle a variety of employee relations matters, addressing conflicts, advise on policies, and fostering respectful work environment. 

This role can be Virtual/Remote and located anywhere in the United States. However, candidates local to MSP will be hybrid work arrangement at our Arden Hills, MN corporate office each week.

Key Responsibilities: 

Conduct Investigations and Ensure Compliance 

• Investigate employee complaints and conflicts, ensuring resolutions are fair and timely 

• Lead the interpretation of employee relations policies and procedures, disciplines, and terminations for non-union facilities  

• Partner with labor relations experts when investigating union organized workforce 

• Collaborate with Legal on complex cases  

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Provide Consultation and Guidance  

• Advise on investigations, performance issues, and ADA reasonable accommodation requests 

• Make critical assessment and recommendations, while collaborating with the appropriate SME (legal, global security, etc.)  

• Liaise between employees and managers consulting on performance coaching (performance counseling, structured coaching, performance improvement plans) 

• Knowledge of workers compensation and ADA accommodations process  

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Improve Employee Experience: 

• Serve as a confidential advisor to employees and managers on workplace matters  

• Facilitate training on investigations, ADA reasonable accommodations, and performance management 

• Conduct case aftercare with employees to ensure issue resolution has been sustained over time  

Required Experience and Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field  

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Employee Relations, HR, Legal or related  

• In-depth knowledge of employment law 

Preferred Experience and Qualifications: 

• Demonstrated experience as an investigator 

• Proficient in HRIS systems, preferably Workday, and Microsoft Office Suite 

Competencies: 

• Ability to handle confidential information and escalate issues when necessary 

• Ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple tasks to meet commitments. 

• Adaptable to change and capable of leading in uncertain, fast-paced situations.

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.  

• Excellent evaluation, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills.

• Ability to build trust across all levels of the organization. 

• Ability to convey ideas and recommendations in a clear, compelling, and succinct way in written and verbal communications. 

Approximate Salary Range: $77,000-$115,000