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Independence Realty Trust Inc.

Employee Relations Manager

Independence Realty Trust Inc., Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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We are currently seeking an

Employee Relations Manager

located in either the Chicago, Philadelphia, Tampa or Atlanta area. *Might consider applicants in the Southern Midwest or Southeastern part of the country The

Employee Relations Manager

will be the employment law, policy, and dispute management compliance expert. Much of the role will entail fostering a positive relationship with employees and managers, ensuring fairness and compliance with policy and labor laws, and mediating workplace conflicts. This is a high profile position with significant implications on culture, engagement, positive relationships, productivity, and collaboration. Independence Realty Trust, Inc (NYSE:IRT)

is a real estate investment trust that owns and operates multi-family apartments. We currently manage over 36,000 apartment homes, 120+ communities, in over 30 markets and 14 of the country’s most desirable states. IRT has a strong commitment to hiring the most talented industry professionals, which has resulted in record growth, making the Company one of the most respected and trusted within our industry. To learn more about us, visit

www.irtliving.com Responsibilities: Guide managers and employees in handling performance issues while ensuring fair and consistent application of employment law, company policies, and performance policies Investigate, mediate, and manage workplace disputes between employees or between employees and management Conduct investigations into all workplace legal adherence, policy adherence, complaints, and grievances Provide guidance on performance warnings, disciplinary actions, and terminations Recommend resolutions that align with company policies and legal requirements Conduct training on workplace policies, conflict resolution, and employee rights Maintain thorough and accurate records of all employee relations issues Document and report on actionable employee relation metrics which identify or forecast trends Ensure all investigations, disputes, mediations, and/or performance management concerns are managed fairly, respectfully, and legally Qualifications: At least 5 years in the Human Resources field dedicated to Employee performance management, mediation, and relations Thorough understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws related to labor relations and equal employment opportunity Ability to communicate with employees at all levels, provide constructive feedback, and appreciate different perspectives Ability to effectively manage and resolve conflicts between employees, managers, and other stakeholders Capacity to guide and influence employees, build trust, and act as a leader within the organization Strong ability to build rapport, establish positive relationships, and foster open communication We offer: Competitive Compensation Package Stock Awards Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off BCBS PPO Health Insurance 401k with 4% match Independence Realty Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, familial, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected classes.

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