This employee plans and administers policies relating to all phases of employee relations activity for Lincare.   JOB FUNCTIONS Identifies legal requirements (Federal and state) and government reporting regulations affecting human resources functions and makes recommendations to ensure company policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance Responds to inquiries from employees regarding policies, procedures, and programs Works with business leaders to build successful working relationships with managers and employees through coaching and development of leaders Partners with leadership in an effort to increase retention and overall job satisfaction within the assigned business units Works proactively with regional locations to provide education and guidance to managers and employees about general employment/company policies and protocols, including how to maintain professional and respectful work environments for all employees Investigates and makes recommendations to business management regarding appropriate resolution of employee relations issues, including performance coaching and counseling, performance reviews, informal and formal corrective action, and employment termination Prepares corrective action documents and/or termination memos requested by the business managers Whenever possible, independently investigates managers' concerns to confirm validity and consistency in the application of company policies and standards Ensures all mitigating factors are considered in advising on the final decision of the business Conducts internal investigations into complaints of harassment, discrimination, or other employment- related issues Conducts internal investigations for claims from outside agencies and works with outside counsel regarding additional inquiry, information gathering, and interviews Manages a team of 2 to 4 HR Business Partners, including authority to select, manage, review, discipline, and/or terminate said employees Assists direct reports with professional development through support and guidance as needed, oftentimes serving as a resource when faced with more complex/unusual issues to ensure proper action and consistency within the organization Also provides backup support when direct report(s) are out of the office/on business travel Assists other regional Employee Relations teams as required Represents organization at personnel-related hearings and investigations Travels as required for site visits, investigations, agency audits, legal issues, etc. Travel requirements generally do not exceed 30% of job annually Standard work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., local time Work schedules are currently hybrid (3 days in-office; 2 days work-from-home)