Employee Relations Manager - Wheeler Staffing Partners : Job Details

Title: Employee Relations Manager

Location: Dallas, TX (Hybrid – 2 days remote / 3 days in office, as needed)

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Salary: $110,000 – $140,000

Position Overview

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking an experienced Employee Relations Manager for a direct hire opportunity in Dallas, TX. This role requires a hands-on leader who is actively involved in the day-to-day employee relations process. The Employee Relations Manager will oversee the employee relations function, provide guidance on escalated issues, and manage a team dedicated to employee relations initiatives.

The ideal candidate will bring experience from a large organization with 10,000 or more employees and will have a proven ability to resolve complex employee relations matters while driving workforce performance and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Counsel and advise managers, supervisors, and leaders on personnel issues to improve workforce performance.
• Supervise and evaluate Employee Relations Consultants and administrative staff.
• Review and approve disciplinary actions; draft clear and accurate disciplinary communications.
• Counsel employees on grievance and discipline policies, employee rights, and responsibilities.
• Conduct timely and impartial investigations into workplace issues including harassment, discrimination, and policy violations.
• Represent the organization in unemployment compensation appeal hearings, including preparation of documentation and witnesses.
• Manage HR policy development and revision processes to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
• Partner with Legal and Compliance teams to ensure adherence to employment laws and organizational policies.
• Track and analyze employee relations metrics, trends, and recommend proactive strategies.
• Support change management initiatives such as reorganizations, workforce transitions, and culture programs.
• Develop and present training programs related to employee relations and compliance.
• Direct and collaborate on HR and employee relations projects and initiatives.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records in the HR/Employee Relations database.
• Serve in a supervisory capacity in the absence of the HR Director.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field (Required).
• Minimum of 8 years of professional HR experience, including:
• At least 5 years in employee relations.
• At least 3 years in a supervisory role within employee relations.
• Strong preference for candidates with experience in large organizations (10,000+ employees).
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage sensitive employee relations matters with discretion.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR policies, and workplace investigation processes.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with leaders at all levels of the organization.

Work Environment

• Hybrid schedule: 2 days remote, 3 days in office, with flexibility as needed.
• Must be located in Dallas, TX.

Why Wheeler Staffing Partners?

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