Employee Relations Specialist (Rochester or Syracuse area)

Are you ready to take the next step in your HR career and make a real difference? Join a mission-driven, people-first organization where your voice and ideas will be valued from day one. We’re looking for an Employee Relations Specialist who is passionate about supporting employees, improving culture, and driving organizational success. 

This role is part of a collaborative HR team where you’ll have the opportunity to identify areas for improvement, bring fresh thinking to current processes, and contribute to a supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

Key responsibilities: 

• Serve as a trusted resource for employee relations matters
• Manage the performance review process and support leadership with feedback and coaching
• Conduct internal investigations into workplace concerns
• Facilitate exit interviews, summarize findings, and identify trends for management review
• Assist with the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures
• Lead and support culture and engagement initiatives
• Partner with internal teams to create a consistent, people-centered employee experience

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Labor Relations, Business, or a related field
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in HR or employee relations
• ADP-WFN experience preferred
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP preferred
• Ability to travel to multiple locations across NY State

Location & Hours:

• Full-time, onsite (Rochester or Syracuse office)
• Monday - Friday (8:30 am - 5:00 pm, with some flexibility on start time)

Pay Rate: $26 - $28/hour

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HR Works, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. HR Works, Inc. will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.