Mgr Human Resources, Employee Relations

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources leader to establish and lead a coordinated approach to employee relations across the organization. This role will provide practical, consistent guidance on complex workplace matters, strengthen leader capability, and help identify trends and opportunities that improve how employee relations work is delivered.

You will work closely with Human Resources Business Partners and other partners to balance business needs, employee experience, legal requirements, and organizational risk. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: 401(k) plan with a 2% company contribution and 6% company match. Work-life balance with vacation, personal time and paid holidays.

This is a hybrid role (two days in office minimum) located in Omaha, NE.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Lead and coordinate employee relations work currently managed across the Human Resources Business Partner team, creating greater consistency in how matters are assessed, documented, and resolved. Consult with leaders and HR stakeholders and partners on complex employee relations matters, providing informed, fact-based, and legally compliant recommendations that balance business needs and organizational risk.

Act as the primary point of contact on internal committees related to the Employee Relations function. Oversee sensitive workplace reviews and investigations, helping ensure concerns are addressed objectively, thoroughly, and in accordance with company policies and applicable requirements. Identify patterns, risks, and improvement opportunities across employee relations activity, and translate those insights into practical recommendations, leader education, and process improvements.

Establish and communicate employee relations standards, practices, and procedures, and provide technical guidance and training to strengthen leader and HR capability. Oversee the updating and maintenance of HR policies. Lead, coach, and develop the employee relations team, setting clear expectations for service quality, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Partner with HR leaders and other stakeholders to support the needs of the business. WHAT YOU’LL BRING: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience. Broad Human Resources experience with demonstrated depth in employee relations, performance management, workplace concerns, policy interpretation, and risk assessment.

Experience consulting with leaders and influencing decisions in complex, sensitive, or high-risk situations. Strong knowledge of Human Resources principles, policies, employment practices, and applicable legal requirements. Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues, develop practical recommendations, and communicate clearly in writing and verbally.

Experience leading, coaching, or developing others and building an engaged, accountable team. You promote a collaborative culture, value different ideas and opinions, and listen courageously, remaining curious in all that you do. Able to travel occasionally, up to approximately 10%. PREFERRED: Professional Human Resources certification, such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP.

Experience supporting employee relations in a large or complex organization. Experience using employee relations information and trends to guide preventative strategies, process improvements, and leader education. We value unique experience, skills, and passion for innovation. If your experience aligns with the listed requirements, please apply!

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