Workforce Relations Coordinator

Founded in 1965,
UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs.

It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

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The UC Irvine Human Resources (HR) enterprise is comprised of three unique business units:
Campus, Health, and Health Sciences. HR's vision is to empower people to drive a culture of innovation, learning, and service that enables the success of individuals within the UCI community and those who aspire to join./

Under the supervision of the Sr. Workforce Relations Manager, the Workforce Relations Coordinator primarily supports the Workforce Relations Investigations team in delivering consistent, high-quality labor and employee relations services across the UCI enterprise. Applies employee relations policies and procedures to coordinate investigation activities of moderate scope and complexity throughout the full investigative cycle. Conducts preliminary intake meetings with reporting parties to gather initial information.

Assists investigators with evidence preparation by collecting, organizing, and documenting relevant materials to ensure a complete and accurate investigative record. Drafts investigation-related notices and correspondence to involved parties with attention to accuracy, confidentiality, and timeliness. Coordinates and schedules investigative interviews and related meetings, managing logistics to support efficient case progression and timely resolution. Coordinates the enterprise-wide investigation data workflow, including case data entry and tracking in Service Now.

Conducts analyses of employee relations issues, investigations, and other Workforce Relations data to identify trends and areas of risk or opportunity, and develops and delivers related reports and presentations. Responds to misconduct review requests by reviewing Workforce Relations data and coordinating with the Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity (OEOD) on current and former UCI employees seeking UC employment, and may coordinate responses to other charges and claims as applicable.

Partners with HR teams and enterprise stakeholders to ensure investigative processes are documented accurately, timely, and in accordance with applicable legal, regulatory, and procedural requirements. Assists with strike planning and provides onsite support during labor activity. Maintains sensitive employee records with strict confidentiality, exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action, and escalates complex matters to management.

Provides additional support to the entire Workforce Relations team as needed, including in the areas of labor and employee relations and policy and compliance.

Required:

• Demonstrated organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills to conduct analysis and develop recommendations.
• Working knowledge of other areas of HR.
• Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures; knowledge of functional area and understands how work impacts other areas.
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of employee relations practices and programs.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Demon…