HR Specialist, Employee Relations

Welcome and thank you for your interest in employment with Loudoun County Government!

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The Loudoun County Department of Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Developmental Services is seeking a talented and motivated individual to serve as a HR Specialist, Employee Relations. In this role, you will work with trusted and reputable teams that have a history of success connecting individuals and their families with person-centered, recovery-oriented services and supports. ?

We welcome new teammates who approach their professional careers with enthusiasm and dedication to our diverse and fast-growing county. Come be a part of something that matters.

As a member of the MHSADS HR Team, the HR Specialist, Employee Relations serves as a main point of contact for employees and managers regarding labor relations, performance management, and HR policy inquiries.
Primary responsibilities include:

* Provide day-to-day support and coaching to MHSADS managers and employees regarding employee and labor relations matters.
* Conduct and document investigations while maintaining compliance with MHSADS and County policies.
* Work with MHSADS Leadership to determine appropriate disciplinary courses of action; prepare corrective and disciplinary action summaries, letters, and memos.
* Facilitate and manage the Department's Annual Performance Assessment process.
* Design, develop, and facilitate training to support the Department's mission, vision and values in areas of: Performance Management, Team Building, and Management skills.
* Participate in the interactive process to support requirements under the ADA.
* Conduct exit interviews; collect, analyze, and summarize data from exit interviews and share with the Senior and Executive Leadership teams.
* Work with Operations Managers, HR (MHSADS and County), and Department Leadership to develop and implement positive workforce practices and strategies aligned with the organization's Mission, Values, and Culture.
* Serve as a MHSADS Department HR Liaison with County HR, developing and maintaining strong working relationships with members of County HR, Budget, and Payroll departments.
* Process Employee Actions and ensure that all applicable paperwork is completed and processed into the Human Resources Information System (HRIS).
* Provide support for employees and managers regarding questions/issues with the Performance Management System; provide training and guidance on best practices, as needed.

* Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
* Minimum 1-year professional level experience in Human Resources with an emphasis in Employee Relations, preferably in Mental Health or Human Services.
* Must have exceptional communication and organizational skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to prioritize multiple on-going projects.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience working in a unionized environment.

Special Requirements:

Must be willing to travel to other MHSADS offices located in Leesburg and Sterling.

Post Conditional Offer Contingencies:

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing pre-employment background check to include fingerprinting, credit, NCIC, DMV and TB test. Must have a good driving record and a valid driver's license in Virginia or regional state of residence.
The full compensation range for this position is provided. Hiring salary will be commensurate with experience.