Senior HR Consultant - Labor Relations & Employee

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce's client, one of our largest enterprise health care companies, is seeking a Human Resources Consultant to support facilities throughout the Woodland Hills, CA Service Area. This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days per week onsite and offers the opportunity to partner with leaders and employees on a broad range of human resources initiatives that support organizational effectiveness and employee engagement.

Summary:
The Human Resources Consultant serves as a trusted advisor to management and staff, providing guidance on employee relations, workforce planning, leadership development, organizational change, performance management, and HR policy interpretation. This role combines strategic consultation with hands-on execution, helping leaders navigate complex people-related decisions while supporting business objectives.

This position is well suited for an HR professional who enjoys collaborating with leaders, solving complex workplace challenges, and delivering practical HR solutions that drive positive business outcomes.

Responsibilities include:
* Partnering with leaders on employee relations, retention, staffing, compensation, organizational design, and workforce planning
* Conducting workplace investigations and maintaining thorough documentation
* Coaching managers and employees to strengthen leadership, performance, and team effectiveness
* Supporting organizational change initiatives and HR strategic roadmap activities
* Facilitating training, team development, and problem-solving sessions
* Interpreting and applying HR policies, procedures, and employment regulations
* Advising stakeholders on short and long-term organizational and talent decisions
* Promoting effective performance management and employee development practices

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience
* 3+ years of experience supporting employee relations in a complex organization
* 2+ years of Human Resources Generalist experience
* Experience conducting workplace investigations and documenting findings
* Experience working with labor unions and unionized work environments
* Strong knowledge of California labor and employment laws
* Strong communication, presentation, facilitation, and consulting skills
* Excellent interpersonal, conflict resolution, and relationship-building abilities
* Proven ability to influence stakeholders and build partnerships across all levels of an organization
* Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills
* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Demonstrated expertise in several of the following areas:
* Employee and Labor Relations
* Workplace Investigations
* Change Management
* Organizational Design
* Leadership Development
* Talent Development
* Compensation Practices
* Employment Law and Regulatory Compliance

Preferred:
* Graduate-level coursework in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business, or a related field
* SPHR certification strongly preferred
* Experience supporting large, matrixed organizations

Top Skills for Success:
* Employee Relations & Workplace Investigations
* Labor Relations & California Employment Law
* Leadership Coaching & Strategic HR Consulting

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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