Senior Employee Relations Specialist

🇺🇸 Bozeman, Montana 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $77K 💻 Human Resources 🗓️ September 10th, 2026

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Edtech.com's Summary

Montana State University is hiring a Senior Employee Relations Specialist. This role requires conducting impartial workplace investigations, resolving complex employee relations issues, and providing strategic guidance to university administrators, faculty, and staff to ensure fair, consistent, and compliant HR practices.

Highlights

Manage employee relations matters and provide consultation to HR Business Partners, managers, and staff.
Conduct thorough, impartial workplace investigations and produce investigative reports.
Offer coaching on performance management, corrective actions, and disciplinary processes.
Develop and deliver training related to workplace conduct, conflict resolution, and employee relations.
Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws and maintain case management records.
Bachelor's degree in HR administration or related field plus five years of relevant HR experience required.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer software applications.
Preferred qualifications include a master's degree, HR certification (SHRM-CP or HRCI), and higher education HR experience.
Salary of $77,000 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.
Role supports the Employee & Labor Relations department within the Administration division at Montana State University.