Employee Relations Analyst at University of California, Riverside – Riverside, California
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Overview
Job ID 36283192
Category Human Resources
Organization Chancellor
Department Employee and Labor Relations Dept
Location Remote/Hybrid
Salary $75,900 - $137,300
Date Posted September 30, 2025
Application Deadline Open Until Filled
Schedule 8AM - 5PM
Full/Part Time Full-time(100%)
Level of Supervision General Supervision
Personnel Program Code Professional & Support Staff
Other Information Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No
UC Internal Job: No
Position Information
Reporting to the Director of Employee and Labor Relations, the Employee Relations Representative is an experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the Employee Relations field. This role will provide support related to employee relations issues and employee engagement efforts and projects in support of a high performance workplace. Internal and external contacts often pertain to significant employee relations programs and objectives. Advises supervisors regarding employee performance management and corrective actions, including discipline and dismissal actions, conduct of investigations and management of complaints and grievances. Normally, works on assignments with limited oversight. Works on employee and labor relations matters that are the diverse and complex in scope and where analysis of data and situations requires evaluation of many factors and implications with broad impact on the organization.**This position is designated as a Career Ladder recruitment, which means the hiring department can recruit and fill this role at different levels within the position classification series. Therefore, this position is currently posted as an Employee Relations Analyst (Recruitment ID #36283192) and an Employee Relations Consultant (Recruitment ID #36283564). Applicants are encouraged to review both positions to determine the best match to their skills. All applicants will be assessed based on the minimum requirements for the recruitment for which they applied. If you wish to be considered in both pools or are unsure which level to apply, please apply for both positions.****Please be advised that applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume for FULL consideration.**The full salary range for the Employee Relations Analyst is $75,900 - $137,300 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $135,000 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
Requirements
Educational Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
| JD or Master's degree in related area. | Preferred |
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 4 - 7 years of related experience. | Required |
| Experience conducting complex workplace investigations | Preferred |
| Professional experience performing employee relations activities in higher education | Preferred |
| Certification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Society for Human Resources Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) | Preferred |
| Professional in Human Resources Certificate (PHR) | Preferred |
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Valid drive license will be required if operating personal or university vehicle for university related business. | Required |
| Organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. |
| Has thorough knowledge of other areas of HR. |
| Has in-depth knowledge of organizational policies and procedures; knowledge of functional area and understands how work impacts other areas. |
| Thorough knowledge of employee relations practices and programs. |
| Thorough knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and regulations. |
| Thorough knowledge of union/labor contracts. |
| Has skills associated with conflict resolution. |
| Applies employee relation-specific concepts and skills. |
| Provides employee relations related support to assigned client groups. |
| Effective written and oral communication skills. |
| Demonstrated ability to handle very difficult or volatile situations/individuals effectively. |
| Knowledge of UC policies and procedures |
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview