Manager, Employee Relations (San Diego

Why CHOC?

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children's health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC's compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals.

Orange, California

Day - 08hrs (United States of America)

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children's health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC's compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals.

Driven by the connection between children's health and a healthy environment, we commit to creating a healthcare model that incorporates environmental sustainability aligned with our mission to protect children's health and patient safety.

This position will report to our San Diego office, and is a hybrid role. Qualified candidates must be able/willing to work in San Diego, with occasional travel to Orange. The Manager Employee Relations partners with HR and business leaders to support compliance initiatives, promote positive employee relations, and mitigate organizational risk. This role provides guidance on workforce relations matters, including policy interpretation, investigations, dispute resolution, and regulatory compliance.

The Manager supports the development, implementation, and administration of HR policies, programs, and procedures while ensuring alignment with applicable employment laws and organizational objectives. This position also assists with organizational change initiatives, HR compliance activities, reporting, and continuous improvement efforts that enhance the employee experience.

Minimum $121,347 Midpoint $160,826 Maximum $200,283

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Required:

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience as an HR Business Partner, HR Generalist, Employee Relations, Labor Relations, or related Human Resources role.
• Demonstrated experience managing employee relations matters, conducting workplace investigations, interpreting HR policies, and applying employment laws.
• Experience partnering with leaders to resolve workplace issues and support business objectives.

Preferred:

• Seven (7) or more years of progressive HR experience.
• Previous lead, project management, or supervisory experience.
• Healthcare industry experience.

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred:

• Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

Required:

• Current working knowledge of federal and state employment laws, HR compliance requirements, workplace investigations, and employee relations practices.
• Experience developing and delivering HR training or educational resources is preferred.

Special Skills

• Working knowledge of employment laws, HR policies, compliance standards, and best practices.
• Ability to draft, revise, implement, and monitor HR policies and procedures.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence and build relationships across all organizational levels.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and respond professionally in sensitive situations.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting to identify trends and support informed decision-making.
• Ability to work collaboratively across HR and business teams while supporting organizational objectives.

Required:

• None.

Preferred:

• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification.

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and…