Employee Relations Consultant

Overview

Position Information

Hiring Department
:
Office of Human Resources
Reports To
:
Associate Director of Employee Relations
Job Location
:
On-Site - El Paso, Texas
Posting End Date
:
Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Hours
: 40 hours per week, standard Monday
- Friday 8:00am-5:00pm.
FLSA status
:
Exempt
Earliest Start Date
: 02/01/2026
Salary
: $65,000

Required Application Materials

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of three references

The Employee Relations Consultant serves as a strategic partner within the Office of Human Resources department, focusing on fostering a positive and compliant workplace environment across the institution. This role is responsible for managing complex employee relations matters, including conducting impartial investigations, advising on performance management, and interpreting employment laws and university policies. The consultant collaborates with academic and administrative leaders to resolve conflicts and ensure adherence to institutional values and regulatory requirements.

Additionally, the position supports proactive initiatives such as training programs on workplace conduct and supervisory skills, contributing to a culture of learning and continuous improvement.

Employee Relations Management - 40%

• Provide employee relations consultation and guidance to supervisors, faculty and staff regarding performance issues, corrective action, and conflict resolution.
• Conduct workplace investigations, including interviewing employees, gathering documentation, and preparing investigative reports.
• Manage employee relations casework by maintaining accurate confidential case files, tracking deadlines, and documenting recommendations and outcomes.
• Prepare written reports and communications, including investigation summaries, performance improvement plans, and corrective action documents.
• Conduct investigation meetings and mediation sessions.

Collaboration and Consultation - 35%

• Partner with academic and administrative leaders to address organizational challenges and improve employee engagement.
• Collaborate with HR leadership to identify employee relations issues and recommend strategies for organizational development and workforce planning.
• Provide advice and guidance to managers and employees on institutional policies.
• Collaborate and consult with HR units, Legal Counsel, Title IX, Equal Opportunity Office, and other internal partners to ensure coordinated responses to workplace issues.

Training and Development - 15%

• Assist in the development and facilitation of training programs in performance management, employee recognition, and supervisory skills in conflict resolution.

Compliance and Policy Interpretation and Guidance - 10%

• Provide advice and guidance to managers and employees on institutional policies.
• Collaborate and consult with HR units, Legal Counsel, Title IX, Equal Opportunity Office, and other internal partners to ensure coordinated responses to workplace issues.

Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and ability to learn and use institutional software systems. Complies with all State and University policies. Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities
:
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Qualifications

Education
:
Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field.
and

Experience:

Three (3) years of experience in employee relations, HR consulting, investigations, mediation, or related HR role. Knowledge of employment laws, regulatory requirements and best practices. Strong interpersonal communication and conflict resolution skills. Demonstrate ability to manage time sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a higher education environment
• Experience conducting workplace investigations
• Advanced HR certification such as SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR

The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve. UTEP is America’s leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 26,000 students are Hispanic, and half are the first in their families to go to college.

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