Employee Relations Coordinator

Who We Are

District of Columbia International School (DCI) is a public charter school serving over 1600 racially and economically diverse students in grades 6-12 from across the District of Columbia. We aim to provide our students with a world-class education that empowers them to follow their passions and change the world. DCI’s education centers on an International Baccalaureate curriculum, advanced language learning in Chinese, Spanish, and French, and a culture focused on student agency supported by 1:1 technology.

Position Overview: DCI is hiring a full-time Employee Relations Coordinator. This position is responsible for managing a range of activities related to employee/labor relations and staffing functions. They are the first line of contact for employees and managers to provide counsel, coaching, and support on HR fundamentals and employee-related/union issues. This role works closely with senior HR management in supporting the organizational goals and objectives. 

Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000 (Starting salary is determined by education and years of relevant experience) 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of human resource management experience, preferably in employee relations.
• Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including recruitment and selection, grievance practices, and federal and state respective employment laws.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) preferred.
• Ability to use multiple technology platforms to guide instruction and communicate with stakeholders and proficiency with communicating using G-Suite tools, including Gmail, is preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Clear a background check.

Key Qualities & Skills:

Employee and Labor Relations:

• Conduct confidential internal investigations related to employee conduct, harassment, discrimination, policy violations, unfair employment practices, and other workplace matters, in a timely and effective manner including but not limited to:
• Conducting effective, thorough, and objective investigations by interviewing complainants, witnesses, and involved parties.
• Document investigative findings and prepare detailed reports with recommendations for resolution or corrective action.
• Manage and track employee grievances and concerns.
• Assist in preparing documentation and responses for union grievances; attend grievance meetings and serve as an HR representative between leadership and union representatives.
• Ensure consistent application of HR policies and labor regulations across the organization.
• Serve as an HR resource for leadership and staff by handling questions and administering contracts, and resolving work-related problems.
• Recommend strategies to build a positive employer-employee relationship and promote a high level of employee morale and motivation.
• Participate in the development and implementation of policy and procedures related to personnel matters.
• Promote a culture of fairness, equity, and inclusion.
• Other duties as assigned.

Recruitment and Selection:

• Assist with full-cycle recruitment efforts, including posting job openings, screening candidates, scheduling interviews, and supporting hiring managers throughout the process.
• Ensure all recruitment practices align with diversity, equity, and inclusion principles as well as legal and organizational requirements.
• Assist in onboarding new employees, including background checks, reference verifications, and orientation.
• Other duties as assigned.

HR Support and Compliance: 

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, investigation files, and recruitment documentation.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws and internal HR policies.
• Support the HR team with special projects, reporting, and data analysis as required.
• Conduct exit interviews to identify reasons for employee termination.
• Provide guidance and recommendations for problem resolution to departmental leaders and employees.
• Maintain knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Ability to handle the intensity required to work in a high-performing charter school, and remain organized, responsible, and accountable.
• Ability to accept and implement feedback received for real-time improvement. 
• High degree of communication through a variety of mediums with staff and stakeholders.  
• Embrace French, Spanish, and Chinese cultures by leading and participating in cultural activities for faculty and students.
• Other duties as assigned.

Faculty and Staff Development/Benefits: DCI is committed to the principles of servant leadership and to providing faculty and staff with the resources and training they need to provide an excellent education experience for every student and family. 

• We have a benefits package that includes health and disability insurance and paid leave.  
• We offer teachers daily planning time, professional development, and reasonable class sizes.
• Teachers and staff have the appropriate technology and support to do their work.

DC International School is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural and multilingual environment.