Employee Relations and Workers Compensation Specialist
$77.6k - $87.3k/yr
Mid
Bachelor's, Associate's
Foster City, CA, USA
Hybrid
People & HRHR Generalist & Employee Relations
About the job
Requirements
- An Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience; a Bachelor's degree is preferred.
- Two to four years of experience in Human Resources, Employee Relations, Workers' Compensation, Risk Management, or a related area.
- Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, communication, and confidentiality skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and human resources information systems.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations inquiries and concerns.
- Receive, document, track, and support resolution of employee relations matters, including workplace conflicts, policy violations, misconduct, harassment, discrimination, and retaliation claims.
- Conduct and support workplace investigations under the direction of the Employee Relations Business Partner, including preparing investigation documentation, interview summaries, case reports, and related records.
- Maintain confidential employee relations files and monitor case progress to ensure timely follow-up and resolution.
- Administer workers' compensation claims and ensure timely reporting to third-party administrators and insurance partners.
- Collect, maintain, and track claim documentation, incident reports, medical certifications, and return-to-work information.
- Serve as liaison among employees, managers, medical providers, insurance carriers, and external partners.
- Monitor claim activity, provide status updates, and support settlement documentation.
- Maintain workers' compensation records, reporting metrics, and compliance documentation.
- Support workplace safety programs by partnering with leaders and employees to promote a safe, respectful, and compliant work environment.
- Assist with investigating, documenting, and resolving workplace injuries, safety incidents, near misses, and workers' compensation claims.
- Coordinate post-incident response activities, including investigations, corrective actions, and return-to-work planning.
- Partner with Safety, the People Team, and operational leaders to identify hazards, analyze trends, and implement preventive measures.
- Maintain safety records and support compliance with OSHA and other applicable regulations.
- Support workplace violence prevention, threat assessment, crisis response, and critical incident follow-up activities.
- Partner with People Business Partners and department leaders to track performance-management activities, including maintaining documentation for corrective actions, performance improvement plans, and employee coaching.
- Ensure timely and accurate completion of performance-management documentation and provide guidance to managers on performance-management processes and documentation requirements.
- Prepare related reports and metrics.
- Support internal and external audits by preparing reports, maintaining audit-ready records, and ensuring timely completion of documentation and regulatory requirements.
- Assist with annual Risk Score compliance testing and other compliance initiatives.
- Coordinate OSHA reporting, maintain injury and illness logs, and assist with required regulatory filings.
- Maintain employee relations, workers' compensation, safety, and compliance databases.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
- Track and analyze trends related to employee relations cases, workers' compensation claims, unemployment claims, safety incidents, and compliance activities.
- Ensure data accuracy and address discrepancies promptly.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Travel minimally to occasionally for investigations, hearings, and site visits.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience supporting employee relations investigations, workers' compensation claims administration, OSHA reporting, unemployment claims, and compliance or audit activities.
- Knowledge of California employment laws and regulations.
- Human resources certification such as aPHR, PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent.
About the company
MidPen Housing develops, owns, and manages affordable housing communities in Northern California. As a national non-profit, it has built over 100 communities and 7,500 homes for low-income families, seniors, and people with special needs. Its housing projects are designed and managed to provide safe, affordable places where residents can live, thrive, and participate in their communities. The company finances and oversees the construction and long-term operation of these properties, ensuring quality buildings and supportive management. What sets MidPen apart is its mission-driven approach, long track record (40 years), and recognition for its award-winning developments, highlighting a sustained focus on social impact rather than profit. Its goal is to expand access to safe, affordable housing so that residents can improve other areas of their lives and contribute to their communities.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Foster City, California
Founded
1970
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- September 10, 2026 shows 71 Coastal San Mateo homes under construction, sustaining growth.
- MidPen secured financing for 52 Capitola units on September 12, 2026, signaling active demand.
- Union City's Lazuli Landing framed in May 2026 supports 81 affordable homes through major lenders.
What critics are saying
- Watsonville Metro depends on 2027 tax credits and 2028 completion; financing slippage stalls returns.
- 555 Kelly Avenue faces referendum pressure in 2026, threatening approvals and delaying pipeline delivery.
- MidPen's model relies on California subsidies, making HCD policy changes an existential pipeline risk.
What makes MidPen Housing unique
- MidPen pairs affordable housing with on-site services across 142 Northern California properties in 2026.
- Jessie Street Terrace opened September 4, 2026 with veterans and homelessness-focused supportive housing.
- MidPen secured 2026 financing for Watsonville Metro, proving repeatable public-private execution.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Investment
- Employee Education Reimbursement Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- FSA for Childcare, Medical, and Commuter Benefits
- EAP Program
- Pet Insurance
- Paid Time Off