Employee Relations Consultant

Employee Relations Consultant

The Employee Relations Consultant provides employee relations guidance and support across the organization by conducting workplace investigations, advising on policies and employment practices, and supporting the fair and timely resolution of workplace concerns. The role also supports compliance training and audits and uses Employee Relations and compliance data to identify trends, improve processes, and increase visibility into potential risks.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct Investigations

• Investigate employee complaints and conflicts, ensuring resolutions are fair and timely
• Maintain proper case documentation within case management systems
• 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 counsel on complex cases

Provide Consultation and Guidance

• Consult with HR Business Partners providing guidance on investigations and accommodations
• Supports ADA accommodations interactive process by working directly with impacted employees and their leaders
• Make critical assessment and recommendations, while collaborating with the appropriate SME (legal, global security, etc.)

HR Compliance, Training, and Analytics

• Maintain and analyze employee relations metrics, dashboards, and reporting to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
• Support the planning, coordination, tracking, and reporting of required compliance training
• Coordinate training programs for HR on topics such as investigations, ADA reasonable accommodations, and HR data privacy
• Conduct monthly I-9 audits and supports ongoing compliance monitoring activities

Required Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in Employee Relations, HR, Legal or a related field
• In-depth knowledge of employment law
• Experience leading workplace investigations

Preferred Experience and Qualifications:

• Experience with Employee Relations case management systems (e.g., HR Acuity, NAVEX EthicsPoint or similar)
• Experience analyzing HR or Employee Relations data and using reporting to identify trends and support decision-making
• Experience monitoring and applying state-specific HR compliance training requirements
• Working knowledge of I-9 compliance

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

Location:

• Arden Hills, MN. This position is hybrid requiring the individual to be in the office Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Salary range:

$81,000 - $121,800 (in most cases, candidates offered employment can expect to be hired at a pay rate near the middle of our salary ranges)

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

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