Employee Relations Consultant

Primary Location: 3452 Spur 399, McKinney, Texas, 75069 We are searching for candidates that meet the required qualifications and experience and are able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. Job Summary: Support all employee relations activities, including informal conflict resolution, conducting and guiding investigations, as well as guidance and support with the employee disciplinary process. Apply consistent standards and relevant college guidelines and policies in all employee relations activities. Perform thorough and confidential responsibilities relating to research, preparation, and addressing of employee relations issues. Required Qualifications: Essential Duties and Responsibilities Pursuant to appropriate employment policy/procedure or best practice, analyze issues to determine the most appropriate and effective form of response, ranging from informal conflict resolution to employee disciplinary actions. Perform necessary investigation and guide any subsequent discipline, training, and/or alternative forms of resolution to best address those issues. Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and supervisors on employee relations issues, workplace concerns, policies, and conflict resolution. Identify and suggest training needs and best practices. Investigate and identify employee violations of EEO law and/or of policy/procedure. Make recommendations for corrective action. Ensure consistent application of Collin policies and practices and applicable employment laws. Identify potential risks and partner with leaders to resolve employee relations issues and conflicts. Provide employees with guidance and support on workplace concerns. Maintain accurate records of employee relations cases and outcomes. Track trends and provide insights to leaders on recurring issues. Monitor and communicate trends in EEO, Title IX, and other state and federal regulations as they impact human resources. Supplemental Functions Perform other duties as assigned. Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures, and Core Values. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of laws related to Title IX, the Clery Act, and other relevant laws and regulations Working knowledge of Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and American Disability (ADA) administration and compliance Knowledge of Collin College policies and procedures Organizational skills Decision-making skills Interpersonal skills Conflict resolution skills Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Ability to manage confidential information with the highest level of professionalism and integrity Ability to comprehend and create written reports required to analyze, document and explain complex employee related issues Ability to diffuse volatile and emotional situations, while developing trust and confidence Ability to review controversial, and occasionally graphic, material objectively Ability to develop multiple sources of detailed information and to respond to multiple tasks and shifting priorities Make sound, fair decisions in complex situations Navigate ambiguity and resolves concerns proactively Physical Demands, Working Conditions and Physical Effort Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Positions in this class typically require talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking and repetitive motions. Relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Office environment. Little physical effort required. Requirements Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and five (5) years of experience in Human Resources/Employee Relations or a closely related field or at least seven (7) years in Human Resources/Employee Relations in an institution of higher education or school system. Preferred Masters degree from an accredited institution. Experience working in higher education. Conflict resolution experience. Workday experience. Licenses and Certifications PHR/SHRM certification preferred. **This position is Security Sensitive, therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.** The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job as duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Collin College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made by Collin College at its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Required & Preferred Qualifications (if applicable): The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of the positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Fair Labor Standards Act (exempt/non-exempt) is designated by position. The employer actively supports Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations. ***This is a Security Sensitive position. Therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.*** Compensation Type: Salary Employment Type: Full time Hiring Minimum $65,420.00 Hiring Maximum $79,780.50 Compensation is determined based on experience. **Application submission deadline is 12am of the date listed.** 06/10/2026 Collin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law. Dear Job Seekers, Thank you for your interest in a position at Collin College! Accolades Independent surveys of Collin Colleges employees show it is an amazing place to work. Collin College has been named one of the Great Colleges to Work For by the Great Colleges Program. Collin College has also been recognized as one of the DFW Metroplexs Best and Brightest Companies to Work For. Culture Should you choose to start your journey with us, you will find yourself immersed in a culture of innovation and growth. Initiatives tied to the colleges master and strategic plans challenge our employees to grow professionally while still feeling supported with training and collaboration. Benefits We invite you to explore our competitive benefits today. Grow your career at Collin College today! Collin College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. For more information or assistance, contact Human Resources at (972) 985-3783 or send an email.