Sr. Employee Relations Partner, Investigations

What to Expect The Employee Relations Partner conducts investigations into employee relations concerns and supports overall positive workforce engagement. This position is both hands‑on and strategic and requires a high degree of collaboration to provide investigative and employee relations expertise. This is a full‑time onsite position and can be based in Fremont, CA; Austin, TX; Reno, NV or Buffalo, NY. What You’ll Do Independently conduct unbiased investigations, determine findings, and prepare all required documentation. This includes but is not limited to preparing a clear and concise report summarizing findings of the investigation as well as maintaining case management/tracking tools. Conduct in‑person, web‑based and phone‑based witness interviews. Analyze information collected from witnesses and evidence and reach timely and well‑reasoned conclusions. This includes effectively assessing witness credibility and fostering effective communication with all individuals involved in the investigative process. Maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to all issues, and conduct investigations in an unbiased manner. Identify relevant investigation issues, potential evidence and investigative actions and identify and partner with other teams as appropriate to ensure follow‑up on employee concerns. Maintain consistent interactions with leaders, partners, and employees to help navigate new or critical situations that require ER expertise spontaneously. Participate in projects led by the Employee Relations team as needed. What You’ll Bring Bachelor’s Degree, 7+ years of experience with workplace investigations (experience investigating allegations of harassment, discrimination and retaliation), or equivalent experience. Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, statutes, which govern employment policies and practices. Thorough understanding and application of workplace investigations best practices and standards, including conducting neutral fact‑finding interviews, navigating key partnerships, credibility assessments, and maintaining confidentiality. Ability to build strong working relationships across all levels of the organization. Excellent planning, organization and time‑management skills, attention to detail, ability to handle multiple tasks, and work in a fast‑paced, time‑sensitive environment. Ability to objectively communicate with employees and management through complex, difficult, and emotional issues. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. Strong business acumen demonstrated through familiarity with internal and external HR principles, concepts, practices, and standards. Benefits Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction Family‑building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High‑Deductible medical plan with HSA Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits Company paid Basic Life, AD&D Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance (90 day waiting period) Employee Assistance Program Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays Back‑up childcare and parenting support resources Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs Tesla Babies program Commuter benefits Employee discounts and perks program Expected Compensation $96,000 – $174,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits. Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tesla