Manager, Employee Relations Job at Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences in

Department: People and Culture

Reports to: Vice President, People and Culture

Job Type: Full-time – Regular

Job Classification: Salaried (Exempt)

Workplace Location: Los Angeles – 8949 Wilshire and Museum

Summary/Objective:

The Manager is responsible for promoting a positive, inclusive, and compliant work environment by addressing employee concerns and ensuring compliance with company policies and employment laws. This role involves conducting in-depth investigations and providing expert guidance on employee issues. It requires strong analytical, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, along with a thorough understanding of employment laws and human resources practices.

This is a hybrid role, requiring the Manager to work onsite at least 2 days per week. Additionally, the Manager must be flexible to work at our other office locations as needed.

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Conduct thorough investigations and collaborate with People & Culture managers to provide recommendations and take appropriate actions.
• Advise supervisors on employee performance management, counseling, and corrective actions.
• Provide guidance and support to employees regarding workplace issues, policies, and procedures.
• Develop and analyze metrics related to employee relations to monitor trends and identify areas for improvement.
• Offer expert advice and support to People & Culture managers on employee relations best practices.
• Assist in evaluating and enhancing People & Culture employee relations policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate and thorough investigatory files and reports and appropriately work with other internal departments as needed.
• Assist in union-related work.
• Act with a high degree of integrity and ensure cases are handled fairly, consistently, transparently, timely, and comprehensively.
• Maintain absolute discretion and confidentiality at all times.
• A commitment to diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion.

Required Competencies:

• A bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field is preferred. Examples of related fields include Psychology, Business Administration, and Organizational Management; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of the bachelor’s degree.
• At least 2 - 3 years of work experience in Human Resources with a focus on employee relations.
• Proven experience and understanding of workplace investigations, unions, and labor relations.
• Comprehensive knowledge of employment and human resources practices, procedures, and laws, involving performance management, corrective action, and progressive discipline including termination of employment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to write concise reports.
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated ability to remain collaborative and objective while under pressure.
• Demonstrated work experience work experience in problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Proven ability to self-manage and self-direct multiple competing priorities.
• Ability to multitask while working in an environment with demanding timeframes and competing interests.
• A commitment to diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion.

Required Vaccination: Full vaccination against COVID-19 is required, including any booster vaccinations as applicable. Exception: Medical and religious accommodations approved by the Office of People & Culture.

Compensation: The expected salary for this role is $75,000. The actual base pay offered will be determined by factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and other factors permitted by law. Decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis.)

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 15 days of PTO, plus company-paid holidays.
• Additional time off including summer hours, winter hours, and a cultural floating holiday.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401k retirement plan with a company match
• Clean Air Commuter Program
• Employee Assistance Program through CompPsych Guidance Resources.
• Wellness benefits through Cigna Healthcare.
• Free access to 16,000+ online courses through LinkedIn Learning
• Free Academy membership screenings
• Free tickets and screenings at the Academy Museum
• Employee discounts through LifeMart and Working Advantage