Sr. Employee Relations Specialist

Application close date:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!  

We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of Employee Relations. You will provide counsel regarding people related policies and procedures to help problem solve and explore alternatives for conflict resolution and organizational changes. Reporting to the Senior Manager – Employee Relations, you will support planning and managing Employee Relations related projects and programs. 

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Relocation can be provided.

Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities:

• Conduct HR investigations regarding workplace issues such as employee complaints, discrimination, and harassment 

• Root cause analysis, and recommendations regarding policy changes, development, interpretation, and precedent setting problem resolution 

• Maintain knowledge of, interpret, and provide guidance to employees, managers, and Human Resources regarding policies, procedures, and programs, as well as federal and state labor laws 

• Create and provide proactive training and education to managers and Human Resources regarding employment best practices 

• Assist with conflict resolution including facilitating and/or mediating difficult escalated conversations 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree completed or in progress in Business, Human Resources, or related discipline

• 7+ years of experience in human resources to include researching and resolving employee relations issues and managing highly sensitive and confidential information 

• Experience with successful fact-finding investigations and managing complaints related to employee relations issues

• Experience providing guidance to employees, managers, and HR colleagues regarding policies, procedures, and programs as well as federal and state labor laws

• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion

• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Desired:

• Investigative and analytical techniques, procedures and requirements 

• Advanced conflict resolution and influencing skills 

• Compile, research, and analyze information 

• Compose and present comprehensive reports 

 

Compensation Range for:

WA applicants is $130,518.00-$182,724.15

Other site ranges may differ

Inclusivity Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check

• Required for Certain Job Profiles:  Defense Biometric Identification System (DIBDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

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