HR Business Partner Labor Relations ADA Specialist

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The Harris Center is seeking a highly skilled and experienced HR Business Partner Labor Relations ADA Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in labor relations, mediation, employment law, and the interactive accommodation process. This role will involve partnering with business leaders to develop and implement HR strategies that support the overall business objectives with a primary focus on labor relations, employment law and management of the internal ADA Interactive Accommodation Process.

Your Role in Action:

Labor Relations:

• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues.
• Conduct effective, thorough, and objective investigations.
• Provide guidance and support on labor relations matters, including union negotiations and facilitation of any appeals hearings requested by employees.

Mediation:

• Facilitate conflict resolution and mediation sessions between employees and management.
• Facilitate the appeals process any disciplinary action appeal requests from employees along with management and labor relations designees.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve workplace relationships and foster a positive work environment.
• Provide training and support on conflict resolution techniques.

Employment Law:

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Provide guidance on legal issues related to employment, including discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination.
• Provide input and assist with regular audits to ensure HR policies and practices are following legal requirements.

Interactive Accommodations:

• Manage the interactive process for employees requesting accommodation under the ADA.
• Work with employees and managers to identify and implement reasonable accommodation.
• Maintain accurate records of accommodation requests and outcomes.
• Provide periodic reporting to Sr. Leadership on program efficacy

General HR Responsibilities:

• Partner with business leaders to develop and implement HR strategies that align with business objectives.
• Provide coaching and support to managers on HR-related issues.
• Assist with the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Conduct training sessions on various HR topics, including labor relations, mediation, and employment law.

What Qualifications You need:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) or equivalent
• PHR, SHRM-CP, SPHR, SHRM-SCP strong preferred

Experience

• 3-5 years as a Business Partner or Generalist in a shared services model
• Previous experience in HR, Employee Relations, Investigations, Employee Engagement and Labor Relations
• Business acumen/change management
• Experience working in HR supporting decentralized people services
• Demonstrated ability to build and sustain positive relationships among diverse populations

What We Have to Offer :

The Harris Center not only offers a competitive salary but also a suite of excellent benefits designed to enrich your life both professionally and personally. Imagine a future with a robust retirement plan complemented by our generous company matching - a testament to our investment in your long-term financial well-being. Experience the unique advantage of our prior service credit, accelerating your journey towards a more substantial Paid Time Off accrual, empowering you to enjoy well-deserved breaks.

Enjoy Cell Phone Discounts, exclusive entertainment deals through Tickets at Work, and a free Headspace subscription for mental wellness. Additionally, our Employee Assistance Program supports your overall well-being.

Take advantage of significant financial relief through student loan forgiveness as a valued member of The Harris Center team. As a qualifying entity, our employees are eligible for various student loan forgiveness programs, designed to alleviate the financial burdens associated with higher education.

What Else You Should know:

The position is located at 9401 Southwest Freeway, Houston, Texas 77074

About us:

The HARRIS CENTER is the state-designated Local Mental Health Authority and Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Authority serving Harris County, Texas. As the largest behavioral and developmental disability care center in Texas, The Harris Center provided care to over 96,000 people in fiscal year 2025!

As part of its mission to transform the lives of people with behavioral health and IDD needs in the third largest county in the United States, The HARRIS CENTER provides a full continuum of services at 86 different sites across Harris County. In addition, services are provided in more than 40 different languages as well as sign language to better serve what is one of the most diverse and multi-cultural communities in the nation.

By utilizing the unique expertise of its more than 2,500 employees, The Harris Center is committed to meeting the behavioral health and IDD needs of Harris County residents and giving them hope to live to their fullest potential.