Note: This position is open exclusively to candidates currently enrolled in the Hiring Our Heroes Fellows Program. Applications from individuals not participating in the program will not be considered.
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Overall Purpose:
Serve as a trusted advisor supporting employee relations by resolving workplace concerns, ensuring compliance with employment laws, and promoting a respectful, mission‑focused work environment. This role leverages strong judgment, clear communication, and experience navigating complex situations—skills commonly developed through leadership, command, or advisory roles in military or structured organizations.
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Key Roles and Responsibilities
Typical duties may include but are not limited to:
- Investigations & Issue Resolution- Conduct fair, objective investigations into concerns such as misconduct, harassment, discrimination, or policy violations.
- Apply structured problem‑solving, fact‑finding, and documentation skills to resolve issues efficiently and impartially.
- Use mediation and negotiation techniques to de‑escalate conflict and restore effective working relationships. Policy & Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure adherence to applicable labor laws, regulations, and internal policies—similar to following and enforcing regulations, directives, and standards.
- Assist with developing, updating, and applying policies and procedures consistently and fairly across teams. Advising Leaders & Stakeholders
- Act as a liaison between employees and leadership, ensuring concerns are elevated appropriately and addressed with discretion and integrity.
- Provide guidance and recommendations to managers and senior leaders on employee relations matters, risk mitigation, and consistent policy application.
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Broader Workforce Support
- Support employee engagement efforts, performance improvement plans, and training initiatives.
- Assist with sensitive actions such as corrective actions or separations, ensuring processes are handled respectfully and in alignment with policy.
- Analyze data and trends to inform leadership decisions and improve workforce outcomes.
- Perform other related duties as mission needs require.
