This is an exciting position for someone with experience establishing employee relations resources with a background specifically managing Employee Relations and HR Operations. In this role, you will lead the adaptation, implementation, and management of the Employee Relations and HR legal compliance practices within the PS&S (People Strategy & Services) division. This involves managing all employee relations issues; primary POC (Point of Contact) for conducting or facilitating ER (Employee Relations) reviews, investigations, reviewing, drafting, editing, and finalizing HR policies, procedures, and protocols; developing SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) for the area; and identifying tools to streamline and automate manual processes. The position will report to the Chief People Officer (CPO).

Take the lead on managing or facilitating all ER issues, reviews and investigations.

Leverage your experience, skills, creativity, and knowledge to incorporate current, best in class ER and HR compliance strategies appropriate for PCORI and that aligns with the PS&S long-term vision. Utilize successful project management approaches, tools, templates, and resources to keep the ER and HR project on track; provide regular updates to the CPO and broader PS&S team; and clearly communicate progress, achievement of milestones and issues along the way. Train the HRBPs (Human Resource Business Partners) on the developed ER processes, practices, protocols, and tools. Partner with Senior Project Manager, Business Requirements to assess how the systems can be used to enhance tracking, automate processes, and improve efficiencies just to name a few. Liaison between PS&S and the Office of the General Counsel as it relates to managing and completing all ER issues, policies and procedures and compliance needs. Will be the main point of contact with the Office of the General Counsel for PS&S relating to ER matters. Will attend department and division leader meetings, support broader PS&S projects as needed, and complete any other related ad hoc tasks that may need to be completed. Incumbent(s) in this position may be required to perform other duties and special assignments not specifically stated above.

Statements outlined in this section are designated as essential job functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Effective advisory, presentation, and collaboration skills. Strong project management and analytical skills. Attention to details, sound judgment, and decision-making skills. Ability to synthesize and summarize information and situations succinctly and with clarity. Sound judgment when working through complex issues. Ability to analyze, problem solve, and clearly communicate observations and recommendations. Ability to prioritize workload, handle multiple tasks, and meet deadlines. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and communicate at all levels of the organization. Required Experience Experience in the design, planning, and/or development of an effective ER practice. Experience leading and managing employee relations investigations and reviews, performance issues and consulting on disciplinary issues and activities. Experience with federal and state laws and helping to handle legal compliance practice applicable to human resources/human capital needs. Experience in writing, reviewing, policies and creating presentations for senior leaders Demonstrated experience handling confidential and sensitive data amidst critical business processes. Attention to detail, critical thinking skills, and ability to create and present to senior leaders. Advanced skills in MS Office, including PowerPoint and Excel. Minimum Qualifications

Solid working knowledge of the principles and practices of employee and labor relations In-depth knowledge and application of federal, state, and local labor and employment law and regulations. Demonstrated experience in developing and executing programs that measurably impact positive employee relations. MS Office applications. Preferred Qualifications

10+ years of experience with a combination of Human Resources Management, HR Business Partnering, Employee Relations, Performance Management and Project Management experience. Previous ombudsman experience Project Management tools. E.g. Asana Strong understanding of the importance of confidentiality and employment laws. BA/BS degree or equivalent experience.