Employee Relations Specialist at Blue Cross Blue Shield Kansas in Topeka, Kansas

Job Description:

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas is looking to add to our Employee Relations team and has a new opportunity for an Employee Relations Specialist. This position must be a strategic thinker with strong communication skills and deep HR knowledge. This role will implement HR initiatives, manage employee relations, and ensure compliance with employment laws. The Specialist advises leaders and employees on HR matters, develops and interprets HR policies, manages disciplinary processes, and analyzes workforce relations. Responsibilities include managing performance and behavior issues, conducting workplace investigations, and fostering positive employee engagement. The Specialist will collaborate with HR Business Partners and the legal team to uphold equity, values, and accountability in the workplace.


"This position is eligible to work hybrid (9 or more days a month onsite) in accordance with our Telecommuting Policy. Applicants must reside in Kansas or Missouri or be willing to relocate as a condition of employment."



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Why Join Us?

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  Family Comes First: Total rewards package that promotes the idea of family first for all employees; including paid time off and family first leave.


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  Professional Growth Opportunities: Advance your career with ongoing training and development programs both through our internal Blue University and external opportunities.


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  Dynamic Work Environment: Collaborate with a team of passionate and driven individuals.


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  Trust: Work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas.


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  Inclusive Work Environment: We pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected.

Compensation





$83,280 - $99,000


Exempt Grade 16

• Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas offers excellent competitive compensation with the goal of retaining and growing talented team members. The compensation range for this role is a good faith estimate, it is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid. All offers presented to candidates are carefully reviewed to ensure fair, equitable pay by offering competitive wages that align with the individual's skills, education, experience, and training. The range may vary above or below the stated amounts.

What you'll do

• Partner with Human Resources and leadership to develop and implement Employee Relations strategies and initiatives aligned with organization's goals


• Perform employee relations investigations in a systematic and consistent fashion, and analyze investigations to identify future remediation activities


• Institute systems that result in effective, open, credible and professional working relationships with employees, executives, HR business partners and peers to promote and accelerate a positive employee relations environment


• Provide guidance, support, and training to leaders and employees on HR-related matters including but not limited to policy guidance, disciplinary actions, conflict resolutions, benefits, recruitment etc., referring more complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff


• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations including EEO, ADA, FMLA and FLSA


• Prepare special audit and control reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends


• Investigate and manage all unemployment claims to ensure the timely and accurate handling of claims processing


• Conduct developmental follow-up sessions on HR-related topics such as harassment prevention, conflict resolution, etc.


• Support the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures


• Develop, implement, and monitor early warning systems to flag workforce trends that may require intervention


• Other duties as assigned

What you need

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or other relevant field of study


• Minimum 3 years of Human Resources related experience


• In lieu of degree, minimum of 6 years of proven experience in Human Resources roles with a solid understanding of employment laws and regulations


• Strong interpersonal and conflict resolutions skills, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with tact and discretion


• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact with employees at all levels of the organization


• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement employee relations programs and initiatives that support a positive work culture


• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail


• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously


• Proficient technical background in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Bonus if you have

• HR certification preferred


• Workday experience preferred

Benefits & Perks

• Base pay is only one component of your competitive Total Rewards package:
  
  
  
  • Incentive pay program (EPIP)
  
  
  • Health/Vision/Dental insurance
  
  
  • 6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers
  
  
  • Fertility/Adoption assistance
  
  
  • 2 weeks paid caregiver leave
  
  
  • 5% 401(k) plan matching
  
  
  • Tuition reimbursement
  
  
  • Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources
  
  
  
  

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging



At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, we are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB), where mutual respect is at the foundation of our workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military or veteran status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.


We believe that embracing diversity and authentically promoting inclusion, equity, and belonging among our team members is crucial to our collective success. By intentionally recruiting, developing, and retaining a diverse pool of talent, we cultivate an environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to contribute. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request, ensuring an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all. Apply Now