Michael Baker International

Employee Relations and Compliance Manager

Michael Baker International

full-time

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States

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Salary

💰 $105,000 - $150,000 per year

Job Level

SeniorLead

About the role

  • Lead and conduct thorough, objective, and timely investigations into employee concerns, complaints, and policy violations.
  • Collaborate with the Legal Department where allegations, investigations, and/or findings require counsel involvement.
  • Provide clear, well-documented recommendations for resolution and corrective actions based on investigation findings.
  • Develop and maintain a comprehensive investigation playbook to ensure consistency, transparency, and legal compliance.
  • Partner with HR Business Partners to support follow-up actions and ensure alignment with organizational values and policies.
  • Monitor and maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including OFCCP requirements.
  • Lead and/or support compliance-related audits and complete compliance documentation and proposal requirements.
  • Manage the background check adjudication process, ensuring fair and consistent evaluation aligned with policy and law.
  • Collaborate with Legal and HR leadership to assess risk and implement mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure federal, state, and local posters and notices are published and available to employees and new hires as applicable.
  • Provide guidance and support on core HR functions including employee lifecycle processes, performance management, talent, learning and policy interpretation.
  • Assist in the execution of HR programs and initiatives that enhance employee experience and serve as a resource for employees and managers.
  • Support development, communication, and enforcement of company policies and procedures; deliver training to HR and business leaders.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and records of investigations and compliance activities; analyze trends and prepare reports for Legal and senior leadership.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field; advanced degree or HR/legal certification preferred.
  • 7+ years of progressive HR experience, with a strong focus on employee relations, compliance, and generalist responsibilities.
  • Demonstrated expertise in conducting investigations and managing sensitive and privileged employee matters.
  • Strong knowledge of employment law, including federal contractor and subcontractor-related laws and regulations managed and enforced by the OFCCP.
  • Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills.
  • High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.