Employee Relations Manager
Salary
$60,000.00 - $65,000.00 Annually
Location
Greenwood County, SC
Job Type
FTE - Full-Time
Job Number
180043
Agency
Lander University
Division
Human Resources
Opening Date
09/04/2025
Closing Date
6/16/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:
AG38
Position Number:
0000000000
Normal Work Schedule:
Other
Pay Grade
Band 7
Hiring Range - Min.
$60,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.
$65,000.00
Opening Date
09/04/2025
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:
Applications must be submitted online at www.careers.sc.gov Receipt of individual applications not acknowledged. See position status at www.lander.edu/hr. Lander University is a tobacco-free campus. All final candidates are subject to successfully completing background requirements.
Normal Work Schedule (Other):
University Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday Position Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week.
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
The Employee Relations Manager reports directly to the Director of Human Resources and is directly responsible for managing employee relations, performance management, employee and supervisory training, employee engagement activities, and compliance with employment laws and university policies. This role provides strategic human resources guidance on complex employee relations matters, disciplinary actions, and grievances. Manages and conducts internal investigations and researches complaints of discrimination, harassment, grievances and other employment issues or conflicts. Additionally, the Employee Relations Manager serves as the Deputy Title IX Coordinator for the Office of Human Resources.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business or related field. Three (3) years of experience in employee relations or human resources management with demonstrated experience in conflict resolution and investigations. The ability to demonstrate progressive experience in managing the employee relations functions in a Human Resources Department. Must have strong skills in providing excellent customer service and demonstrate strong ethics. A valid drivers license and safe driving history are required.
Preferred Qualifications
PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP.
Additional Comments
Knowledge of the principles and practices of Human Resources Management and Employee Relations. Knowledge of federal laws and state regulations affecting human resources management. Knowledge of and experience administering/managing human resources programs, policies and procedures to include EEO and Title IX. Ability to evaluate policies and procedures and to discern the need for change. Effective analytical and interviewing skills. Ability to develop and deliver training programs with effective presentation skills; work with attention to detail and accuracy. Must establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate effectively at all organizational levels. Discretion, confidentiality and exercise of good judgement is essential.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Do you have a bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field?
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Do you have at least 3 years of experience in employee relations or human resources management?
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Where did you hear about this position?
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Employer State of South Carolina
Agency Lander University Address 320 Stanely Avenue
Greenwood, South Carolina, 29649
Phone 864-388-8053
864-388-8037
The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.