Employee Relations Manager

Summary

Join Green Thumb Industries as an Employee Relations Manager and contribute to the success of the centralized ER function. Conduct internal investigations into potential violations of company policies, focusing on matters from simple issues to complex discrimination and harassment cases. Demonstrate expertise in ADA and FMLA, independently leading the ADA interactive process and providing guidance to HR partners. Work cross-functionally, advising members of the People Team on risk assessments, policy interpretation, and employee misconduct. Analyze data to identify trends and areas of opportunity, collaborating with stakeholders to develop action plans. This mainly remote role, with a preference for candidates in the Chicagoland area, may require occasional travel.

Requirements

• Solid understanding of employee relations issues and employment laws (e.g., Americans with Disabilities Act, Title VII, Family Medical Leave Act, Fair Labor Standards Act, National Labor Relations Act, etc.)
• Use of objective findings, technical expertise, and understanding of employment laws to prepare and communicate clear and fact-based recommendations to internal stakeholders
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment while accomplishing high-volume individual tasks
• Writing skills – Ability to draft clear, concise business correspondence, including investigation reports
• Analytical skills - ability to analyze, synthesize, and interpret data with a neutral perspective, from varied sources
• Computer skills - competence in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, knowledge of Navex EthicsPoint, a plus
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality in handling employee relations matters
• Willingness to adapt and pivot based on the needs of the business and leadership’s directives
• Five years of experience in Human Resources or Employee Relations with a focus on workplace accommodations and internal investigations
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related discipline with experience in Employee/Labor Relations
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
• Must possess valid state ID
• Must be able to obtain, and maintain, state badging requirements in order to work in cannabis industry (requires background check and state review)

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal investigations into potential violations of Green Thumb’s Code of Ethical Business Conduct and/or Employee Handbook, focusing on a range of matters from simple matters to complex discrimination, harassment, and retaliation issues involving protected classes or protected activity
• Apply best practice investigation techniques to ensure thorough, objective, and legally compliant outcomes
• Demonstrate a deep knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Independently lead the ADA interactive process with employees, provide guidance and recommendations to HR partners and business leaders, collaborate with Green Thumb’s third-party administrator to communicate outcomes, conduct thorough risk assessments on attendance and leave of absence issues, and apply expertise in employment law to analyze specific fact patterns and ensure compliance
• Working cross-functionally and advising members of the People Team, including, but not limited to, HR Partners, Talent Acquisition, and Total Rewards on risk assessments, policy interpretation, policy violations, disciplinary actions, performance management, and employee misconduct issues
• Analyzing sources of data and information to identify key trends and areas of opportunity
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, such as HR Partners and Labor Relations, to review “hot spots” and craft appropriate action plans
• Other projects, as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree or other specialized training in Employee/Labor relations is a plus
• Demonstrated passion for Employee Relations, investigations and employment/labor law

Benefits

Positions may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance