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Employee Relations Specialist

Posted on July 12, 2025

  • New York, United States of America
  • 79473.0 - 118334.0 USD (yearly)
  • Full Time

Employee Relations Specialist

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  • DEPARTMENT OF PROBATION
Posted On: 07/12/2025
  • Full-Time
Location
NYC-ALL BOROS
  • Exam May Be Required
Department
Personnel & Timekeeping

Salary Range:
$79,473.00 – $118,334.00

Job Description

The NYC Department of Probation (DOP) is a world leader in working creatively and effectively engaging with people under court-mandated community supervision. Through innovative partnerships with people and organizations throughout New York City, DOP provides opportunities for those on probation to access services and opportunities that positively impact their life trajectory. Following the best current data on “what works,” staff at DOP engage in meaningful relationships with those on probation to enhance community safety and decrease recidivism.

The agency is looking for a skilled, motivated, and experienced professional to fill the role of Employee Relations Specialist. This position plays a key role in managing employee programs, overseeing tasks and performance evaluations for non-managerial staff, and helping to shape new initiatives, policies, and procedures aimed at improving employee satisfaction and retention. The Employee Relations Coordinator will collaborate closely with the Senior Labor Relations Advisor to align operations with established goals and ensure successful implementation. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

  • Carry out the Department of Probation agency mission by contributing to a proactive, supportive network that strives to advocate for all agency employees from line staff to executive level management. Provide information and resources, conflict resolution assistance, maintain cooperation, and boost employee engagement.
  • Liaise between Labor Relations and agency employees, providing critical support and information / guidance / assistance related to conflict resolution, agency policies and best practices; Facilitate communication between all agency personnel.
  • Oversee the performance management process, including Tasks & Standards, probationary reviews, and annual evaluations.
  • Plan and support wellness and employee engagement activities. Makes recommendations regarding new employee relations programs and initiatives and assists senior management in executing such programs; Evaluate effectiveness of such programs by helping to develop operating procedures that collect employee feedback and measure employee satisfaction.
  • Conduct research on HR operations as needed and providing guidance and follow-up support.
  • Stay informed about current resources available to DOP employees. Disseminate up to date information on programs and resources to applicable employees.
  • Plan, coordinate, and supervise activities, workshops and events for employee enrichment; Elicit support and participation to promote employee engagement.
  • Perform other relative duties as assigned.

ASSOCIATE STAFF ANALYST - 12627


Minimum Qualifications


1. A master's degree from an accredited college in economics, finance, accounting, business or public administration, public health, human resources management, management science, operations research, organizational behavior, industrial psychology, statistics, personnel administration, labor relations, psychology, sociology, human resources development, political science, urban studies or a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, and one year of satisfactory full-time professional experience in one or a combination of the following: working with the budget of a large public or private concern in budget administration, accounting, economic or financial administration, or fiscal or economic research; in management or methods analysis, operations research, organizational research or program evaluation; in personnel or public administration, recruitment, position classification, personnel relations, labor relations, employee benefits, staff development, employment program planning/administration, labor market research, economic planning, social services program planning/evaluation, or fiscal management, or in a related area; or

2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and three years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in the areas described in "1" above.

3.An associate degree or completion of 60 semester credits from an accredited college and five years of satisfactory full-time professional experience as described in “1” above.

4. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State’s department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and seven years of satisfactory full-time professional experience as described in “1” above.

5.A combination of education and/or experience equivalent to “1”, “2”, “3”, or “4” above. College education may be substituted for professional experience at the rate of 30 semester credits from an accredited college for one year of experience. However, all candidates must have a high school diploma and at least one year of experience as described in “1” above.


Preferred Skills


- Detail-oriented & high-level organizational skills. - The ability to exercise independent judgment & manage multiple priorities. - Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form. - Expertise in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft programs. - Ability to compile reports and prepare presentations.

55a Program


This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness


As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement


New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information


The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

Shortlist

Job ID
719913
Title code
12627
Civil service title
ASSOCIATE STAFF ANALYST
Title classification
Competitive-1
Business title
Employee Relations Specialist
Posted until
07/26/2025
  • Experience Level:
    Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job level
00
Number of positions
1
Work location
33 Beaver St, New York Ny
  • Category:
    Administration & Human Resources

Employee Relations Specialist


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