Employee Relations Officer I

Job Description

Employee Relations Officer I | Jabil

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Jabil. Jabil is a trusted partner for the world’s top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions with 60 years of experience. This role is crucial for supporting the administration of employee relations programs, policies, and procedures, ensuring a fair and compliant workplace and fostering positive employee-management relationships.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Mission: This person supports the administration of employee relations programs, policies, and procedures, ensuring a fair and compliant workplace environment.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Assist in conducting thorough investigations into employee complaints, grievances, and alleged misconduct by gathering relevant information, interviewing involved parties, and maintaining accurate documentation for each case.
• Support the interpretation and consistent application of company policies, established procedures, and pertinent federal and state labor laws to ensure fair and equitable treatment for all employees.
• Collaborate with HR business partners and various levels of management to effectively address employee concerns, facilitate the resolution of workplace conflicts, and provide informed guidance on complex employee relations matters.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of impactful employee relations training programs, designed for both managers and employees, to foster a compliant and positive work environment.
• Maintain confidential employee relations records and manage case management systems diligently, ensuring data integrity, security, and the ability to prepare comprehensive reports on employee relations trends and issues.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a closely related field. Possess a basic foundational understanding of federal and state employment laws and regulations, such as ADA, FMLA, and Title VII.
• Experience: 1-3 years of practical experience in human resources, specifically with a focus on employee relations functions, or directly relevant internship experience demonstrating foundational capabilities.
• Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively with diverse employee populations. Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to build rapport and handle sensitive situations with discretion and empathy. Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain strict confidentiality. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.