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SkyWest Airlines Manager of Employee Relations in St. George, Utah
About SkyWest
SkyWest is the largest regional airline in the United States and partners with four major airline carriers. We have been recognized as one of “America’s Best Employers” by Forbes and are known for an industry-leading workforce, an exceptional leadership team, and our continued solid operational and economic performance.
SkyWest employees enjoy a distinctive and unmatched culture of teamwork, respect, quality and professionalism, along with world-class benefits like 401(k) match, Performance Rewards profit sharing, health care, retirement and discounted travel worldwide.
Primary Job Duties
The Manager of Employee Relations, you will partner with management and employees in order to prevent, resolve, and/or mediate employment issues.
Respond to critical incidents and participate in emergency response as assigned
Responsible for educating supervisors and employees in areas of employment law and company policy
Partner with employee representation groups and participate in SEC meetings
Coordinate and conduct review boards
Partner with in house counsel and management regarding litigated employment cases
Answer discrimination complaints at state and federal level
Represent the company in state and federal mediations, settlement conferences, and fact finding meetings.
Facilitate responses to unemployment claims, including appeals and hearings
Respond to employee grievances and conduct internal investigations as needed
Utilize resources within People Department to resolve complaints and mitigate risk
Coordinate with other departments on internal investigations as needed
Ability and willingness to travel frequently, at times with little notice
Other HR functions as assigned
Minimum Requirements
Basic knowledge of federal and state employment law
Strong communication skills both orally and in writing
Experience in mediation and dispute resolution
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment
Required Licenses and Accreditation
- HRCI Professional Human Resources, SHRM-HR certificate, or four year degree in related field
Required Licenses and Accreditation
Drivers’ License and eligibility to drive company vehicles and/or rent cars
Ability to obtain additional credentials (SIDA, etc) as needed
Preferred Skills
General understanding of the airline industry and regional airline business model
Strong knowledge of SkyWest Company Policy
SkyWest leadership experience
Previous airline HR or similar work experience
Physical and Other Requirements
Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods of time
Ability to travel, when required
The job is based in St. George, Utah without possibility of remote work
To apply, please complete the on-line application (qualified applicants will be contacted)
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SkyWest is committed to maintaining a working environment of satisfying employment and mutual respect for all of our employees, regardless of race, color, national ancestory, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, religion, medical condition, disability, pregnancy, age or military status. We have specific training plans and programs in place to maintain such an environment.