Employee Relations Specialist

Full Time

Dubuque, Iowa, United StatesPosted 28 days ago

Role Overview

Cottinghambutlerinsuranceservicesinc is hiring a Employee Relations Specialist. This is a full-time role in Dubuque, Iowa. posted 4 weeks ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Employee Relations Specialist

We’re looking for a proactive, detail‑oriented Employee Relations Specialist who’s ready to jump in and make an impact. In this role, you’ll support our Human Resources - Operations team by handling employee relations, managing HRIS systems, and driving the core HR processes that keep our organization running smoothly.

Essential Functions:

Employee Relations

Serve as the first point of contact for employee concerns, conducting initial investigations and escalating when appropriate.
Coach supervisors on performance and policy matters while supporting training on respectful workplace practices.
Identify trends, recommend proactive solutions, and maintain accurate, confidential documentation.

HRIS & Data Management

Act as the HRIS expert for configuration, reporting, and data integrity.
Lead audits, reconciliations, and compliance‑driven reporting.
Troubleshoot issues and partner with IT and vendors on improvements.
Train HR and operational leaders on system tools and reporting.

Operational HR Support

Lead and support HR projects that improve efficiency and experience.
Provide hands‑on support during peak seasons and special events.
A collaborative, detail‑oriented, eager‑to‑learn mindset.

If you love variety, collaboration, and being the person people rely on to get things right, apply and bring your strengths to our HR Generalist role!

Benefits

Most Benefits start Day 1
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Flex Spending or HSA
401(k) with company match
Profit-Sharing/ Defined Contribution (1-year waiting period)
PTO/ Paid Holidays
Company-paid ST and LT Disability
Maternity Leave/ Parental Leave
Subsidized Parking
Company-paid Term Life/ Accidental Death Insurance

About Cottingham & Butler:

At Cottingham & Butler, we sell a promise to help our clients through life’s toughest moments. To deliver on that promise, we aim to hire, train, and grow the best professionals in the industry. We look for people with an insatiable desire to succeed, are committed to growing, and thrive on challenges. Our culture is guided by the theme of “better every day” constantly pushing ourselves to be better than yesterday – that’s who we are and what we believe in.

As an organization, we are tremendously optimistic about the future and have incredibly high expectations for our people and our performance. Our ability to grow as a company, fuels investments in new resources to better serve our clients and provide the amazing career opportunities our employees want and deserve. This is why we are a growth company and why we are committed to being better every day.

Want to learn more? Follow us on www.CottinghamButler.com | LinkedIn | Facebook

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How do I apply for the Employee Relations Specialist position at Cottinghambutlerinsuranceservicesinc?

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Where is the Employee Relations Specialist position at Cottinghambutlerinsuranceservicesinc located?

This position is based in Dubuque, Iowa. Cottinghambutlerinsuranceservicesinc has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Employee Relations Specialist at Cottinghambutlerinsuranceservicesinc earn?

Cottinghambutlerinsuranceservicesinc has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Employee Relations Specialist role at Cottinghambutlerinsuranceservicesinc posted?

This role was posted on June 11, 2026 (28 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.