Description

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleEmployee Relations Specialist SeniorRequisition NumberRE51737Working TitleDepartment Name3JHRE:Employee Relations/Leave AdministrationWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level45Salary Range$47,278-78,000/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education

BA

Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience

5 yrs

Required License/Registration/CertificationNone.Physical RequirementsSitting, standing and walking.ShiftCore working time Monday-Friday; 8:00 am 5:00 pm; and some work required outside of core working time.Job SummaryThe Employee Relations Specialist Senior supports the Human Resources goal of remaining a strategic member of the University community by educating and coaching employees, administrators, managers and supervisors on equitable application of policies and practices.

Primary job duties will include consulting and coaching managers and supervisors on effective ways to address workplace issues and corrective action, among other things, in accordance with University and department policy and procedure. Consulting employees on workplace issues and maintain employee relations documentation and records. Providing guidance to managers and employees regarding University policies, procedures, and other best practices. The Employee Relations Specialist Senior must have the ability to approach each scenario from all perspectives of the business needs as a whole and not just the needs of the individual.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesKnowledge of state and federal employment laws; and related liability issues.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to Apply12/21/2025Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please indicate your number of years of paid full-time work experience with direct employee relations experience.
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years, up through 7 years
   • More than 7 years, up through 10 years
   • More than 10 years
2. * Please describe a time when you provided exceptional customer service and include specific details regarding the situation.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * Please summarize your direct Human Resources Employee Relations experience. Specifically address your work responsibilities to include level of independent decision making, strategic planning and the scope and impact of your position.

   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter

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