Employee Relations Specialist

The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is looking to hire an Employee Relations Specialist to support the District in all aspects of Employee Relations, including handling grievances, disciplinary actions, investigations, and labor negotiations. What You’ll Do Provide daily consultation and guidance to managers and supervisors on employee relations matters, including grievance handling, performance management, corrective action, and MOU interpretation. Support the District in all aspects of Employee Relations, including grievances, disciplinary actions, and workplace investigations. Interpret and apply Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), personnel policies, and labor agreements to support consistent and compliant workplace practices. Represent District management in grievance, disciplinary, and other employee relations meetings, facilitating effective communication and issue resolution. Participate in labor negotiations with bargaining units by representing the District, preparing supporting documentation, and assisting with contract administration activities. Assist with providing Employee Relations training to managers. Schedule: 9/80, Monday through Friday with every other Friday off. Hybrid: Metropolitan’s current practice in this position is a hybrid work schedule. This typically includes two days a week in person and the other days remote. This is subject to change dependent on organizational needs. In addition, a telework policy is scheduled for negotiations and once completed and implemented, will provide final direction on the hybrid schedule. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and 4 years relevant experience. Relevant experience in Employee Relations and/or Labor Relations conducting investigations, grievances and disciplinary actions. Desirable Qualifications Experience working in a Public Agency. Experience working with unions on discipline and grievances. Experience with reviewing, recommending, and/or modifying proposed contract language. Sponsorship: Applicants for employment with The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (i.e., H1‑B or other employment‑based immigration case). Benefits Competitive compensation Excellent medical, dental, life, vision plans Deferred compensation in the form of a 401(k) plan (with matching contribution) and a 457 plan Retirement benefits under the California Public Employees' Retirement System Tuition reimbursement Training and advancement opportunities Excellent working environment On-site fitness center Hub of public transportation: rail, subway, buses, and taxis Public transportation reimbursements Metropolitan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic(s). For reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr