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Employee Relations Consultant - 005299, 005313 at University of South Alabama – Mobile, Alabama

University of South Alabama
Mobile, Alabama, 36688, United States
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Position Information
Position Number005299, 005313
Position TitleEmployee Relations Consultant - 005299, 005313
DivisionFinance and Administration
Department174000 - Human Resources
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in human resources management or a related field from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama and two years of professional human resources experience which included handling employee relations. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a healthcare setting is highly preferred.
Job Description Summary
The University of South Alabama’s Human Resources department is seeking to hire an Employee Relations Consultant. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.
Essential Functions
These are the job duties required of the position.
Essential Functions
  • Serves as a strategic partner and consultant by addressing employee concerns, assisting with workplace investigations, and guiding managers and employees on HR policies and procedures.
  • Handles day-to-day employee relations matters for the University and USA Health, ensuring that processes are legally compliant, fair, transparent, and aligned with the organization’s values and policies.
  • Advises managers and employees on employee relations matters, offering guidance on policies, procedures, and workplace best practices. Assists in addressing workplace concerns, performance concerns, and grievances, promoting resolution and a positive work environment.
  • Conducts internal investigations related to policy violations, retaliation, harassment, and discrimination allegations by gathering and documenting information, conducting interviews, maintaining confidentiality and thorough organized records.
  • Prepares reports of investigation findings to include summaries of allegations, alleged policy violations, summary of interviews and relevant documents, analysis of the findings, and recommendations.
  • Participates in the discussion of investigation findings and recommendations with applicable leadership and the General Counsel, as needed.
  • Works closely with management to develop and implement strategies that promote consistent application of policies.
  • Ensures documentation related to employee relations matters are compliant and that polices, principles and practices are applied consistently and fairly.
  • Provides guidance and support in the assessment of employee relations matters to ensure proper progressive discipline is applied.
  • In coordination with supervisor, reviews, drafts, proofs, and finalizes written disciplinary and termination letters, ensuring accuracy and compliance with policy/legal requirements.
  • Discusses out of the ordinary situations with supervisor to confirm proposed actions follow proper policies and procedures.
  • Educates employees on the Grievance and Appeal process and provides a copy of the policy to employees, as applicable.
  • Counsels, educates and clarifies proper interpretation of employee relations related policies and procedures to employees, supervisors and department heads.
  • Maintains accurate and confidential records of employee relations cases and ensures timely follow-up on open matters.
  • Assists in designing and delivering training programs for managers and employees on employee relations topics.
  • Conducts investigations related to EthicsPoint (Hotline), as assigned. Ensures that updates are accurately entered in the electronic system records as needed. Ensures all Ethics Point cases assigned are concluded and closed in a timely manner.
  • Partners with supervisors to support the annual performance evaluation process. Assists with the tracking of form submissions, and entering records in the HR system.
  • Manages the exit interview (questionnaire) program for staff and administrators.
  • Regular and prompt attendance.
  • Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required.
  • Performs related duties as required.
Posting Information
Number of Vacancies1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date02/10/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until FilledYes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Working DaysMonday - Friday
Working Hours8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Job LocationMain Campus
Full-time or Part-TimeFull Time
Regular or TemporaryRegular
Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you at least 18 years of age?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
    • Less than High School
    • High School Diploma or equivalent
    • Associates Degree
    • Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
    • Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
    • Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
  5. * How many years of related experience do you have?
    • Less than 1 year
    • Between 1 - 3 years
    • Between 3 - 5 years
    • Between 5 - 7 years
    • More than 7 years
  6. * How did you hear about this position?
    • USA website
    • LinkedIn
    • Zip Recruiter
    • Indeed
    • HigherEd Jobs
    • Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
    • Facebook
    • Word of mouth
    • Other
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
    Optional Documents
    1. Resume
    2. Cover Letter

    The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. If you feel you have been discriminated against, please notify the Equal Employment Opportunity Investigator or the Associate Vice President, Finance and Administration/CHRO.


    EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.


    Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
    The University of South Alabama publishes certain crime statistics for the most recent three-year period as required by the Jeanne Clery Act. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the school. The report, along with additional information, is available online at: http://www.southalabama.edu/departments/police/resources/fireandsafetyreport.pdf. You may also request a paper copy from the University Police office located at 290 Stadium Blvd, Beta Gamma Commons Building, Mobile, AL 36688.

    Job Location

    Mobile, Alabama, 36688, United States

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