Lead Employee Relations Investigator

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
United States, Texas, Dallas
5323 Harry Hines Boulevard (Show on map)
Nov 21, 2024
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! JOB SUMMARY The Lead Employee Relations Investigator is responsible for conducting comprehensive, impartial, and timely investigations into assigned employee relations concerns, including allegations of workplace misconduct, investigations triaged by the Office of Institutional Compliance & Audit Services, as well as the Office of Access & Title IX. This role is crucial in fostering a positive workplace environment by investigating concerns timely and efficiently, ensuring issues are addressed in compliance with UT Southwestern policies, applicable laws, and regulations. This position will report directly to the Assistant Vice President, Employee Relations and Support. BENEFITS UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits! EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Required Education Bachelor's Degree in human resource management, business administration, or relevant study Experience 5 years of professional experience conducting investigations, including demonstrated experience leading investigations independently and wholly Preferred Education Master's Degree in related field Experience Prior progressively responsible experience working in employee relations or human resources management, conducting investigations, and handling disciplinary matters is preferred JOB DUTIES Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, Office of Access and Title IX and other offices as needed to address complex employee relations issues and ensure a unified approach to conflict management. Lead and manage all aspects of employee relations investigations, ensuring a timely, fair, and consistent approach to triaging and resolving reported issues. Ensure all investigations are completed within assigned deadlines, as indicated in departmental service level agreements. Assure effectiveness of investigation, prompt reporting, appropriate recommendations, and swift follow-through; to ensure all recommendations are completed, and properly documented in appropriate systems. Foster partnerships with key stakeholders, working in collaboration to enhance processes and/or the work environment as needed. Serve as subject-matter expert on relevant laws, regulations, and UT System and UTSW policies and procedures, advising as appropriate. Utilize current case management system to track, ensuring proper record keeping of all cases; all documentation has been added to the system, is accurate and up to date. Independently analyze complaints, formulate investigative plans, conduct interviews, review relevant documents, and prepare detailed reports with findings and recommendations. Direct identified issues to appropriate existing channels for resolution. Prepare and present regular reports on investigation outcomes, trends, and metrics to Human Resources (HR) leadership and relevant stakeholders, making recommendations as appropriate. Collaborate with HR and other departments to provide feedback on training programs for managers and employees specific to employee relations policies and conflict resolution. Contribute to the development and revision of employee relations policies and procedures to ensure they align with current laws and best practices. Stay current on changes in employment laws and regulations, ensuring that the organization remains compliant with all relevant requirements. Serves as a back-up to Sr. Employee Relations Consultant as needed. May supervise staff and provide training as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. EEO Statement UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. Benefits UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!