Workforce Relations Consultant

Responsibilities

• Investigation & Resolution
  Serve as point of contact for employee complaints, workplace conflicts, and policy interpretations for a specific location within Atlantic Health.  Create investigation plans, conduct unbiased investigations into complaints and misconduct, including harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and unfair employment practices.  Provide recommendations or mediation, aligning with legal standards and internal policy and processes.
• Advisory & Coaching
  Guide leaders through complex employee situations (e.g. disciplinary actions).  Provide consultative support on navigating sensitive conversations and decisions. Empower leadership to handle team member conflict within the scope of their role through valued advice.  Approve disciplinary actions and religious accommodations
• Documentation & Compliance
  Maintain detailed records of cases, investigation documents, and outcomes.
• Training & Education
  Facilitate workforce relations training and other learning opportunities around employment law, respectful workplace practices, policy awareness and fair & consistent procedures for handling disciplinary action. Promote a culture of continuous learning and shared accountability.  Stay current with applicable Human Resources-related laws, rules, and regulations.
• Partnerships
  Collaborate with HR Business Partners, Compliance, and local & corporate Security, on investigatory matters that cross over, resolving inquiries to help support cohesive organizational functioning.  Partner with Legal to escalate high-risk matters which pose a significant risk to the business and provide documentation supporting organizational decisions.
• Continuous Improvements & Metrics
  Evaluate data from investigation cases to identify root causes and areas for organizational growth.  Analyze workforce relations metrics to identify trends and make proactive recommendations, including policy improvements and risk mitigation.  Identify ways to increase the effectiveness of the Workforce Relations team,
  processes, workflows, etc.

Education/Experience 

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required. 
• Helpful to have either PHR or SHRM-CP, however not required.
• 5+ years of Human Resources experience in a fast-paced environment
• 3+ years conducting Employee Relations investigations, partnering with and coaching HRBPs and managers
• Strong working knowledge of state and federal employment laws, including but not limited to Title VII, FMLA, ADA, FLSA
• Proven ability to be an objective and trusted advisor for HR Business Partners, employees, and managers by building strong partnerships
• Ability to consistently exhibit high levels of discretion, integrity, and confidentiality
• Ability to work independently and with a sense of urgency
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills and ability to influence others
• Ability to resolve a wide range of issues in creative ways and comfortable working in 'gray' areas
• Exceptional and consistent communication skills including effective listening, writing and presenting; ability to express thoughts in a clear and concise manner
• Demonstrated experience learning and thriving in a constantly changing environment and to cultivate relationships across teams
• Demonstrate empathy at all times especially when dealing with matters of diversity and inclusion

Other skills:

• Proactive, Adaptable, Capable of assessing nuanced challenges independently
• Ability to navigate complex situations with confidence, confidentiality and sound judgement
• Excellent Communication Skills, Excels in managing challenging personalities with professionalism and diplomacy
• Knowledge in employment law/labor regulations
• Maintains composure in high stress situations
• Ability to identify the root cause of issues and identify creative solutions
• Detail Oriented, Organized, Analytical, Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build trust

At Atlantic Health System, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities, will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 20,000 team members. Headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include:

• Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ
• Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ
• Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ
• Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ
• Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ
• Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ
• CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ
• Atlantic Home Care and Hospice
• Atlantic Mobile Health
• Atlantic Rehabilitation

We also have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group. Atlantic Accountable Care Organization is one of the largest ACOs in the nation, and we are a member of AllSpire Health Partners.

We have received awards and recognition for  the services we have provided to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades:

• 100 Best Companies to Work For ® and FORTUNE® magazine for 15 years 
• Best Places to Work in Healthcare - Modern Healthcare
• 150 Top Places to work in Healthcare - Becker's Healthcare
• 100 Accountable Care Organizations to Know - Becker's Hospital Review
• Best Employers for Workers over 50 - AARP
• Gold-Level "Well Workplace": Wellness Council of America (WELCOA)
• One of the 100 Best Workplaces for “Millennials” Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine
• One of the 20 Best Workplaces in Health Care: Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine
• Official Health Care Partner of the New York Jets
• NJ Sustainable Business 

Atlantic Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:
Team Member Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
• PTO & Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
• Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
• Backup and On-Site Childcare
• Well-Being Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance

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Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.
EEO STATEMENT

Atlantic Health System, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.