Employee Relations Consultant

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Appalachian State University is hiring an Employee Relations Consultant. The role involves interpreting and advising on HR policies, managing employee relations programs, providing performance consulting and training, and facilitating conflict resolution and strategic HR partnership with department leaders.

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Interpret and advise employees on university, OSHR, and UNC System HR policies.
Manage compliance with Random Drug and Alcohol Testing programs and coordinate certified mediators and hearing committee members.
Provide education and consultation on performance management practices and conduct exit interviews to identify improvement strategies.
Develop and deliver campus-wide employee relations trainings and performance management education.
Consult on workplace issues including interpersonal conflict, performance, conduct deficiencies, and departmental concerns.
Facilitate resolution through disciplinary actions, training, resource referrals, and discussions with follow-up monitoring.
Serve as an HR business partner to department leaders addressing organizational and daily HR concerns.
Required qualifications: Bachelor's degree with two years of professional HR experience or equivalent transferable experience.
Preferred skills: investigative ability, conflict resolution, facilitation, decision-making, knowledge of employment laws and UNC/OSHR policies.
Compensation up to $70,000 depending on experience.

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Position Title	Employee Relations Consultant
Location	Boone, NC
Faculty Rank	No
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Position Number	098291
Department	The Office of Human Resources - 170100

Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose	The mission of Appalachian State’s Human Resources Department is to cultivate an engaging employment journey while advancing the mission of the university. We focus on attracting, developing, and retaining top talent while empowering employees to contribute their best. We are dedicated to creating a safe and healthy working environment characterized by fair treatment, open communication, personal accountability, trust, and mutual respect. We commit to provide human-centered services and professional consultation, ensuring that employees are empowered to thrive. We actively listen, simplify operational complexity, and invest in people, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued. We support the university’s strategic priorities and leave an enduring mark on the lives of students, employees, and the broader community we serve.
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor’s degree and two years of professional experience in human resources or demonstrated experience in another professional field that has provided transferable skills relevant to the position; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions. Special Note: This is a generalized representation of positions in this class and is not intended to reflect essential functions per ADA. Examples of competencies are typical of the majority of positions, but may not be applicable to all positions.
License/Certification Required	N/A
Preferred Qualifications	The ideal candidate will be able to articulate/demonstrate their expertise in the skills, abilities and characteristics listed below: Thorough investigative skills Successful conflict resolution Effective facilitation skills Strong Initiative Flexibility and Adaptability in a fast-paced environment Quality decision-making Exceptional interpersonal and stress-management skills. Demonstrated commitment to: discretion, confidentiality, integrity, and ethical behavior. Working knowledge of relevant federal and state employment law, UNC System and Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) policies.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities	Policy Interpretation and Guidance Expert Knowledge: Maintains in-depth knowledge of HR and Employee Relations topics, policies and procedures. Interprets and advises employees on University, OSHR and UNC System policies. Advises employees on a variety of workplace rights related to discipline, grievances and appeals, or other Employee Relations topics. Adaptive Guidance: Explains HR policies and procedures to answer a wide range of questions and provides information regarding various HR matters. This includes navigating unfamiliar or unique situations where prescribed guidance may be limited, requiring sound judgment to find compliant solutions. Program Management: Ensures compliance with the Random Drug and Alcohol Testing program. Manages network of certified mediators and trained hearing committee members. Workforce Development Performance Consulting: Provides education and consultation on performance management practices Data-Driven Training: Conducts exit interviews, summarizes findings, and proposes strategies for improvement. Gathers and analyzes Employee Relations data to identify trends, potential risk areas, and development opportunities. Training and Education: Develop and deliver general campus-wide employee relations-related trainings and performance management education. Consultation on Workplace Issues Conflict Resolution: Consults on a variety of workplace issues such as interpersonal conflict, performance or conduct deficiencies, morale concerns, or departmental concerns. Resolution Coordination: Facilitates resolution options such as disciplinary actions, training, resource referrals, and informal and/or facilitated discussions. Proactively monitors and follows up on individual situations to ensure follow-through on recommended actions and disciplinary steps. Strategic Partnership: Serves as an HR business partner to department leaders on organizational and day-to-day concerns.
Type of Position	Full Time Position
Staff/Non-Faculty	Staff/Non-Faculty
VISA Sponsorship?	VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S.
Appointment Type	1.0
Work Schedule/Hours	Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. May occasionally work outside standard business hours to meet the needs of second and third shift employees.
Number of Hours Per Week	40
Number of Months Per Year	12
Mandatory Staff	No
Suggested Salary Range	Up to $70,000 depending on experience
Physical Demands of Position	typical of office environment

Posting Details Information

Posting Date	07/28/2026
Closing Date	08/31/2026
Open Until Filled	No
Evaluation of Applications Begins	08/03/2026
Proposed Date of Hire
Special Instructions to Applicants	Please submit the following for consideration: Resume Cover Letter List at least three references with contact information in the body of the application
Search Chair Name	Pilar Fotta
Search Chair Email	[email protected]
Quick Link	https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/55376
Posting Number	201501821P

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