Director of Employee Relations

As our Director of Employee Relations, you will be the trusted bridge between leadership and employees, ensuring that our workplace remains a place where people feel supported, respected, and inspired. You'll lead initiatives that strengthen engagement, resolve conflicts with empathy and fairness, and ensure our policies not only comply with regulations but also reflect our values. Your work will directly influence employee satisfaction, retention, and the overall health of our culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and communicate employee relations policies and procedures in compliance with employment laws.
• Lead investigations into employee complaints, conflicts, and grievances; recommend and implement fair, consistent resolutions.
• Foster open communication and promote employee engagement and satisfaction.
• Partner with leadership to address performance issues, disciplinary actions, and performance improvement plans.
• Design and analyze employee surveys to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Identify and mitigate employee relations risks in collaboration with HR, Legal, Risk Management and senior leadership.
• Support training and coaching for leaders on employee relations and conflict resolution.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or a related field highly desired
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive human resources experience with a strong focus on employee relations required.
• In‑depth knowledge of local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations.
• Proven experience handling complex employee relations issues and investigations.

At the YMCA, we're more than a workplace-we're a community. We believe in healthy living, youth development, and social responsibility, and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone belongs.

We Offer:

• Competitive medical, dental, vision coverage
• 12% employer-paid retirement contribution (once vested)
• Generous paid time off
• Free family YMCA membership
• Free programs, including school-age childcare and camp
• Career development, training, and growth opportunities
• Employee appreciation events and wellness activities

Salary: $70,000 per year

If you're ready to lead with empathy, influence culture, and make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.