Employee Relations Specialist Sr.

Location Address: 2925 Chicago Ave Loading Dock Minneapolis, MN 55407-1321 Date Posted: July 23, 2026 Department: 16001051 HRSS Employee Relations Shift: Day (United States of America) Shift Length: 8 hour shift Hours Per Week: 40 Union Contract: Non-Union-NCT Weekend Rotation: None Job Summary: Play a key role in supporting Allina Health through complex employee relations matters. You’ll provide expert guidance on analysis, reporting, resolution strategies, and retention initiatives—helping shape a positive and compliant workplace. Key Position Details: 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period) 8-hour day shifts No weekends Remote role with some on-site requirements at the Allina Commons Minneapolis, MN Job Description: Assists in the execution of the employee relations strategy across the organization, counseling managers through employee relations issues end-to-end including documentation, analysis, and reporting, and developing both immediate resolutions and long-term prevention plans. Responsible for tracking issues, analyzing trends, and building linkages to management development, retention efforts, and Human Resources business intelligence activity. Partners with leadership regarding policy interpretation and ensuring that policies are updated and current. Principle Responsibilities Serves as the point of contact for employee relations, conduct, and/or compliance concerns raised by employees or leaders and reported through the integrity line. Conducts initial interviews and gather information for employee relations matters such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other concerns and inform appropriate Human Resources staff when additional investigation is required. Assesses the nature and severity of the complaint and either provide coaching resources or refer complex matters to appropriate team members. Coaches employees and leaders on performance and conduct related matters. Provides counsel and guidance to leadership and staff regarding employee relations issues. Ensures recommendations are in alignment with company policies and practices. Partners with Human Resources Business Partners on performance issues raised by leaders. Confers with Human Resources Business Partners to provide support and recommendation on how to manage situations. Reviews all performance documentation before it is delivered to ensure consistency and completeness. Logs cases in tracking system. Analyzes employee relations case trends and in partnership with Human Resources Business Partners, Law Department, and Labor Relations. Provides workplace-related recommendations/insights directly related to an investigation in accordance with company policy and practice. Participates in key employee relations projects and/or cross-functional team initiatives. Manages and updates Human Resources policies and processes. Builds strong partnerships with Human Resources Business Partner, Law Department, Labor Relations and other partners to foster trust and accountability. Reviews internal processes and make recommendations for improvements and drive solutions that support business objectives and goals. Maintains knowledge and understanding of laws and regulations related to equal employment opportunity, labor relations, human resources, and stay current with evolving industry employee relations trends and challenges. Builds the skill and confidence of manager the effectively lead and address workplace issues with their employees. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, business or related discipline 5 to 7 years of experience within Employee Relations or Human Resources Physical Demands Sedentary: Lifting weight up to 10 lbs. occasionally, negligible weight frequently Pay Range Pay Range: $41.28 to $57.11 per hour The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work. Benefit Summary Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey. In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events. Benefits include: Medical/Dental PTO/Time Away Retirement Savings Plans Life Insurance Short-term/Long-term Disability Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness) Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer *Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.