Employee Relations and Staff Development Manager

 Employee Relations and Staff Development Manager
Job Classification: ExemptWork Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 – 5 pm Location: Holton, KS
Primary Accountabilities: The Employee Relations and Staff Development Manager at Prairie Band, LLC plays a vital role in cultivating a positive work environment and ensuring the consistent application of policies and procedures in alignment with tribal law and organizational standards. This multifaceted position is responsible for overseeing and enhancing employee relations practices and engagement while promoting a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the organization. Duties Include:Employee Relations:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and managers regarding workplace issues and concerns.
• Conduct thorough investigations into employee complaints, disputes, and grievances in compliance with Prairie Band, LLC policies and tribal law.
• Recommend and implement resolutions to employee relations issues while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
• Provide guidance and support to managers on handling employee performance, discipline, and termination in alignment with company and tribal policies.

Policy Compliance:

• Ensure consistent application and compliance with company policies, tribal policies, and federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Review and update employee handbooks, policies, and procedures to align with company, tribal, and legal standards.
• Assist in creating and implementing initiatives to enhance workplace culture and employee engagement.

Communication and Training:

• Develop and deliver training programs for employees and management on workplace behavior, conflict resolution, and company policies, including tribal preference practices.
• Facilitate open communication between employees and management, including feedback sessions and employee surveys.
• Partner with leadership to proactively address workplace trends and concerns.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of employee relations cases and investigations, ensuring compliance with tribal laws and regulations.
• Prepare regular reports on employee relations metrics and provide insights to improve workplace practices.
• Collaborate with HR and management to track and resolve recurring employee relations issues.

Staff Learning & Development

• Conduct assessments to identify training and development needs organization-wide using surveys, interviews, and performance evaluations.
• Design, develop, and implement comprehensive training programs that promote skill enhancement, career progression, and to assist in meeting business objectives.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in employee relations or a related HR function.
• Experience in conducting investigations and resolving workplace disputes is required.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, local, and tribal employment laws and regulations.
• Familiarity with Title 22 of the PBPN Tribal Law and Order Code and tribal preference practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, conflict resolution, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• HR certification (e.g., THRP, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) is highly      desirable.
• Experience working in tribal or Native-owned enterprises is a plus.

Physical Demands:  · Physically mobile with reasonable accommodation.· Ability to sit for extended periods of time.· Ability to stand for extended periods of time.· Ability to read computer screens, email and talk on the phone.· Ability to bend, reach, kneel, twist and grip items while working at assigned desk area.· Ability to lift to twenty-five (25) pounds.
Additional Duties: Additional duties and responsibilities may be added to this job description at any time. The job description does not state or imply that these are the only activities to be performed by the employee holding this position. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related responsibilities as requested by their supervisor. 
Indian Preference Exercised: Prairie Band, LLC is subject to Title 22: Employment Code of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation. In accordance with Title 22, this position is designated as a TIER 2 position. Preference will be given to individuals to the extent required pursuant to Section 22-2-4(B).