Employee Relations Specialist

September 13, 2024

Fairbanks North Star Borough School District

Fairbanks

Job ID: 11608

Position Type:
Human Resources/Human Resources

Date Posted:
9/13/2024

Location:
Administration Center-Human Resources

Date Available:
ASAP

Closing Date:
09/29/2024

Note: Unless otherwise stated, all vacancies with a specific closing date close at 9:00 PM Alaska time.

Job Summary: This is a dynamic and fast-paced role responsible for conducting complex and confidential investigations arising from concerns or complaints. These investigations involve alleged violations of policies, contracts, or the law by school district personnel. The position requires managing sensitive, high-priority matters with tight deadlines, while providing expert support and guidance to administrators and supervisors on employment-related issues such as evaluations, performance management, disciplinary actions, mandatory training, and various human resource processes. The role demands strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle challenging situations with professionalism and discretion.

Starting Hourly Rate: Grade 7: $78,172.00 - $109,792.00 DOE
Work hours: 8 hours per day
Work year: 12 months
Bargaining Unit: Salary, Non-Represented

Job Qualifications/Requirements (please review job description for qualifications and duties of the position):

A bachelor's degree in human resources, labor relations, or a related major social science field. A combination of college coursework and relevant experience training or professional development may substitute for a degree.

Two (2) years of experience in complaint resolution or investigations.

Excellent organizational and analytical skills.

Highly developed written and verbal communication skills required in order to complete and present concise and logical analytical reports.

Strong skills in conducting legal research as well as understanding, interpreting, and applying relevant federal and state laws and regulations to employment and education issues.

Must have the ability to handle situations involving confrontation and conflict; to identify problems, organize facts, and design a plan for resolution; to define issues and determine appropriate responses.

Must be able to manage highly sensitive confidential information.

Must be able to travel to various schools and offices within the Fairbanks North Star Borough. While driving on district business, must hold a valid driver’s license, current insurance, and vehicle registration.

This position offers an excellent benefit package including: