Employee Relations Specialist
Hajoca Corporation is one of the country’s largest privately-held wholesale distributors of plumbing, heating & cooling, and industrial supplies. Founded in 1858, Hajoca is a company based on the principles of “Service, Integrity, Reliability,” and on relationships of trust and support with teammates, customers, and suppliers. Throughout its history, Hajoca has played an active role in shaping advances in plumbing. However, we attribute our success to two simple truths; a unique business philosophy and talented people. Hajoca is all about the people, who give us our advantage, and who will guide us successfully into the future.
Hajoca has over 400 locations nationwide, called Profit Centers; and at the foundation of our family of businesses is a National Support Center (NSC) where Centers of Excellence are dedicated to enabling the success of our Profit Centers.
The Legal team in our National Support Center (NSC) is looking for an Employee Relations Specialist at their Baton Rouge, LA office.
The Employee Relations Specialist role is 100% in office, 5 days a week, at our Baton Rouge National Support Center.
Do you have experience conducting workplace investigations? Are you an excellent communicator skilled at handling sensitive information? Do you enjoy collaborating with others and solving problems? If so, then we’d like you to join our dedicated team as Employee Relations Specialist.
About the Role:
You will:
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Manage employee relations issues, provide guidance and support to employees and management, and ensure the organization adheres to legal and ethical standards consistent with company policy.
- Support the Employee Relations Manager in all aspects of the role.
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Act as a secondary point of contact for employees and managers on employee relations issues.
- Conduct thorough and impartial investigations of workplace complaints, including allegations of harassment, discrimination, workplace violence, retaliation, and violations of the company’s policies and Code of Conduct. Recommend appropriate actions and work with management to implement solutions.
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Address concerns, complaints, and conflict resolutions while ensuring a fair and respectful resolution process.
- Collaborate with external counsel on employment-related lawsuits, providing necessary support and information.
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Offer counsel to employees and management on various employment-related issues, fostering a positive and compliant workplace environment.
- Stay current on developments in local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations and compliance requirements to proactively mitigate legal risks and ensure adherence to new regulations. Ensure policies are updated regularly to align with changing legislation.
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Interpret and advise management and employees on company policies, employment laws, and best practices.
- Assist with the performance management process, including coaching managers on employee disciplinary actions.
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Maintain accurate and confidential records of all employee relations’ matters, including investigations, resolutions, follow-ups, and separation documents.
- Prepare reports on employee relations trends and metrics for the Employee Relations Manager.
- Attend internal training sessions to stay informed and provide managers with the latest updates on relevant legal topics.
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Research and communicate mandatory training requirements, such as Anti-Harassment, to ensure the organization remains compliant and informed.
- Collaborate with National Service Center (NSC) teams on company-wide projects and initiatives, contributing legal expertise to support organizational goals.
- Develop and update processes and forms, prepare legal documents, and keep the department’s intranet page updated.
- Be willing to travel overnight as needed.
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Successfully complete required safety and compliance training programs as assigned.
- Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required.
About You:
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Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field or equivalent work experience
- 5 or more years of experience in employee relations, including workplace investigations.
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PHR/SPHR or similar certification a plus
Our ideal candidate will also:
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Have a strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
- Demonstrate excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to effectively interact with co-workers, vendors, and management.
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Be able to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Possess strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
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Be able to exercise sound judgment and take initiative in resolving problems and making recommendations.
- Be able to learn and operate various computer systems.
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Possess leadership qualities and be viewed as a leader.
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Effectively use Microsoft Office and other software to communicate via email and prepare and review reports and documents.
- Be self-motivated and a fast learner.
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Have strong organizational skills and the ability to organize complex projects, manage multiple tasks, and meet established deadlines.
- Possess a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
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Be able and willing to travel to Hajoca locations, including overnight trips from time to time.
The benefits of working with us:
Our culture is well-suited for exceptional people who use their talents to drive business and want to share in the financial success their efforts yield. In addition to a competitive starting wage, we offer a Profit-Sharing Program that provides each team member with an opportunity to earn a direct share of the profits on an annual basis. In addition to our generous compensation package, Hajoca also offers:
Full-time benefits (for team members working 30 or more hours per week):
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
- Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
- Life insurance and Long Term Disability
- Pre-tax accounts for healthcare and dependent care
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time (sick time also offered to PT team members as required by state law)
- Paid pregnancy and parental leave
- Paid day of community service
- 401(k)
- Retirement cash account with company contributions
- Targeted training programs focused on your personal and professional growth
- Company wellness program
- Employee discounts
- College tuition benefits
*Please note that benefit offerings may differ for teammates employed through an intern program.
EEOC Statement
Hajoca Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled).
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected category pursuant to federal, state or local laws and will not be discriminated against on the basis of any such categories/status. Hajoca values diversity, equity and inclusion and this policy applies to all employment practices at Hajoca. Hajoca is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities including, but not limited to, during the application process. Please let us know if you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability.
Background Screening Statement
We are a drug free workplace. Employment is contingent upon pre-employment drug screening, and successful completion of a criminal background investigation subject to any federal, state and local laws.
Other details
- Pay Type Salary
- Hajoca, 10705 Rieger Rd, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States of America