Job Details

University of California Riverside
  • Position Number: 5232921
  • Location: Riverside, CA
  • Position Type: Human Resources

Position Information


Reporting to the Director of Employee and Labor Relations, the Employee & Labor Relations Analyst is a technical leader who provides guidance to all levels within the organization, utilizing specialized employee and labor relations expertise within area of responsibility to resolve questions, concerns and grievances for a large, complex group of employees in creative and effective ways. Provides advanced professional advice and counsel to management on employee and labor 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 autonomy. May serve in a lead capacity, providing guidance to other employee relations professionals. 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.



Please be advised that applicants are required to fill out the application for full consideration. Applicants that do not complete their application will not be considered. Submitting a resume and cover letter does not replace completing the application. Please ensure to fill out the application in its entirety.



Please be advised that this position is remote with mandatory in-office days.



The full salary range for the Employee & Labor Relations Analyst is $87,300 - $163,300 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $145,000 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.

Generic Scope


Technical leader with a high degree of knowledge in the overall field and recognized expertise in specific areas; problem-solving frequently requires analysis of unique issues/problems without precedent and/or structure. May manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy.



Custom Scope


Technical leader who provides guidance to all levels within the organization, utilizing specialized employee relations expertise within area of responsibility to resolve questions, concerns and grievances for a large, complex group of employees in creative and effective ways. Internal and external contacts often pertain to significant employee relations programs and objectives. Normally receives little direction on assignments. May serve in a lead capacity, providing guidance to other employee relations professionals.



Department Custom Scope


Reporting to the Director of Employee and Labor Relations, the Employee & Labor Relations Analyst is a technical leader who provides guidance to all levels within the organization, utilizing specialized employee and labor relations expertise within area of responsibility to resolve questions, concerns and grievances for a large, complex group of employees in creative and effective ways. Provides advanced professional advice and counsel to management on employee and labor 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 autonomy. May serve in a lead capacity, providing guidance to other employee relations professionals. 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.




Key Responsibilities


Provides advice and counsel to managers on such issues as performance management, complex organizational changes, work place climate and other related areas.

  • Including labor relations and employment law implications relating to highly complex and wide ranging individuals and organization wide issues or courses of action. - 20%


Applies advanced employee relations specific concepts and skills to investigate formal and informal employee complaints (including whistleblower/UC hotline complaints) and develops recommendations on the organization's response to employees. - 15%

Provides advice and counsel to assigned client groups on complex wide ranging employee relations issues

  • Coordinates advanced analysis of complex issues and develops recommendations for integrated human resources solutions to clients. This may include determination of the appropriate level of corrective action and discipline up to and including termination. - 15%


Administers and interprets labor / union contracts. - 15%

Ensures that legal and regulatory requirements are met in terms of employee relations to minimize exposure to liability for the organization. - 5%

Responds to employee relations issues according to state and federal laws and union/labor contracts. - 5%

Manages sensitive and confidential information in an appropriate manner. - 5%

Provides information in response to complex Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) .Works effectively with people from diverse cultures to provide employee relations related support. - 5%

Prioritizes work assignments, adapts to changing priorities, and conducts complex and varied analysis and develops resulting recommendations. - 5%

Reviews and analyzes a variety of human resources issues, e.g., policy revision proposals, internal procedures and practices. - 5%

Coordinates with Office of General Counsel and outside counsel to respond to employment litigation. Serves as a liaison between management and counsel. Assists counsel with all phases or pre -trial / trial including development of strategic direction of the case and settlement strategies. - 5%

Educaional Requirements


Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.-Â Required


JD or Master's degree in related area.ÂÂ-ÂPreferred



Experience Requirements


6 - 10 years of related experience. - Required


Significant experience conducting complex workplace investigations. -ÂRequired


Professional experience performing employee and/or labor relations activities in higher education and/or public sector.Â-ÂPreferred



License Requirements


Valid Driver License - Required



Certification Requirements


Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) - Preferred


Labor Relations Academy Masters Certification (CLRM) - Preferred


Professional in Human Resources Certification (PHR) - Preferred



Special Conditions


Valid driver license will be required if operating a personal or university vehicle for university related business. - Required


Must possess or obtain a valid California Driver License in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles. - Required


Must provide own transportation to offsite events/meetings. - Required


Travel - Required


Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours. - Required



Minimum Requirements



  • Has advanced knowledge of organization policies and procedures; advanced knowledge of functional area and understands how work impacts other areas in Human Resources and the organization.

  • Advanced knowledge of employee relations function and other subject areas of human resources .

  • Has advanced knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and regulations.

  • Has advanced knowledge of union/labor contracts.

  • Capable in developing, interpreting, implementing and administering organization -wide human resources policies and processes.

  • Effective written and oral communication skills.

  • Advanced organizational, analytical, and problem solving skills to conduct analysis and develop recommendations

  • Exercise excellent judgment in responding to employee relations-related requests.

  • Demonstrated success in administering performance management systems and mentoring managers on the process of evaluating performance.

  • Demonstrates skills and abilities in leading management in the areas of conflict and change management.

  • Demonstrated ability to handle extremely difficult or volatile situations/individuals effectively.

  • Demonstrated skills to provide guidance to managers and employees on complex and significant employee relations issues.

  • Understanding of the principles related to management, supervision and leadership to provide expert level advice and counsel.

  • Exhibits strong knowledge of legal requirements needed to minimize exposure.



Deadline to Apply:Â11:59 p.m. May 27, 2024


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