Human Resources Specialist & Employee Relations

Human Resource Specialist - LOA & Employee Relations (West LA)

Reputable healthcare company in Southern California is looking for a Human Resource Specialist to assist with HR functions and company employees in areas of payroll, time and attendance, benefits coordination, leaves of absence, company policies, and employee relations. Job responsibilities include: working with managers/supervisors on a daily and weekly basis to discuss changes, issues and openings and to ensure all workplace accidents, injuries, leaves, illnesses etc. are reported promptly. Advising senior management on human resources issues, including policies, disciplinary actions, employee relations issues, performance evaluations, compensation, and terminations. Superior knowledge of labor laws as they pertain to FMLA, CFRA, ADA, Worker's Compensation and other state and federal leave laws as well as best practice for employee leave communication and process improvement. Assisting employees with leaves of absence while determining impact on employment status. Administering all leave of absence requests and paperwork for medical, disability and FMLA leaves. Determining leave eligibility, calculating duration of leave and monitoring activity during leave to ensure employee does not exceed allowed time. Ensuring that employee insurance payments are made while on leave, if necessary. Strong knowledge of benefits administration, as well as experience in Open Enrollment, employment and labor laws.

Lead investigations into complaints of potential unlawful behavior, such as harassment, discrimination and retaliation. In connection with the internal investigation process, conducts the following in-depth meetings: claimant intakes, witness interviews, response meetings with alleged wrong-doers, and conclusion meetings with the claimant, respondent, and other relevant parties. Gathers, interprets, and analyzes data. Composes correspondence and other highly confidential documents such as investigation recaps, corroboration charts, action plans, conclusion talking points, executive scripts, etc. Presents oral and/or written comprehensive updates regarding findings and investigation status. Based on findings make recommendations with regard to disciplinary measures and development opportunities.

Required skills include: bachelor's degree in business management, human resources or a related area. Minimum 2 years of HR experience required. Experience in health care industry is desired. Excellent oral and written communications skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely answer questions and convey information to employees & management team. Ability to work independently and self-initiator. Ideal candidate has a people personality and can build bonds and connections with employees and candidates. Effective time management, multi-tasking and organization skills, including ability to prioritize workload to meet key deadlines. Must be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Must have excellent follow-through and a strong sense of urgency. Must be able to research and analyze data and findings. Must be able to be tactful yet assertive when addressing employment issues and concerns. Must be able to handle difficult/highly emotional personalities.

Competitive salary, based on education and experience. Competitive benefit program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, PTO, holidays.