Employee Relations Partner, Investigations

What to Expect We are looking for a specialized case management expert with deep experience conducting workplace investigations. The Employee Relations Partner conducts investigations into employee relations concerns and supports overall positive workforce engagement. This position is both hands-on and strategic and requires a high degree of collaboration to provide investigative and employee relations expertise. This is a full-time onsite position and can be based in Fremont, CA; Austin, TX; Houston, TX, Reno, NV or Buffalo, NY; Draper, UT. What You'll Do * Independently conduct unbiased investigations, determine findings, and prepare all required documentation. This includes but is not limited to preparing a clear and concise report summarizing findings of the investigation as well as maintaining case management/tracking tools * Conduct in-person, web-based and phone-based witness interviews. Analyze information collected from witnesses and evidence and reach timely and well-reasoned conclusions. This includes effectively assessing witness credibility and fostering effective communication with all individuals involved in the investigative process * Maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to all issues, and conduct investigations in an unbiased manner * Identify relevant investigation issues, potential evidence and investigative actions and identify and partner with other teams as appropriate to ensure follow-up on employee concerns. Maintain consistent interactions with leaders, partners, and employees to help navigate new or critical situations that require ER expertise spontaneously * Participate in projects led by the Employee Relations team as needed What You'll Bring * Bachelor's Degree, 2-5 years of experience with workplace investigations (experience investigating allegations of harassment, discrimination and retaliation); or equivalent experience * Top candidates will articulate how their critical thinking skills have allowed them to consistently navigate complex people and employment issues * Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, statutes, which govern employment policies and practices * Thorough understanding and application of workplace investigations best practices and standards, including conducting neutral fact-finding interviews, navigating key partnerships, credibility assessments, and maintaining confidentiality * Excellent planning, organization and time management skills, attention to detail, ability to handle multiple tasks, and work in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment * Ability to objectively communicate with employees and management through complex, difficult, and emotional issues. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills * Strong business acumen demonstrated through familiarity with internal and external HR principles, concepts, practices, and standards Benefits Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire: * Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction * Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits * Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution * Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA * Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) * 401(k) with employer match,... For full info follow application link. Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.