Partners with Sr. Employee Relations Coordinator in (1) guiding managers in developing complete position descriptions, setting expectations based on position descriptions, performance management, coaching, annual evaluations, and corrective action; and (2) providing support to all employees regarding workplace concerns and advising of associated policies and resources. Collaborates with UT Austin contacts (UT HR, VPRSCE, ADA Office, DIA, etc.) as needed. Monitors employee engagement and makes recommendations for enhanced employee experience. May conduct exit and stay interviews, tracking related data and sharing trends with ARL and HR leadership, as appropriate. Prepares and conducts in-person, on-site (and periodically, virtual) training primarily focused on developing complete position descriptions, setting expectations based on position descriptions, performance management, coaching, annual evaluations, and corrective action. Assists Sr. Employee Relations Coordinator and HR Managers in assessing other appropriate topics for training and in developing content with other ARL HR staff who will conduct training in areas such as recruiting and interviewing. Identifies and recommends external training resources; coordinates with other ARL departments and manages the logistics for external training scheduled in-house (Purchasing, Strategic Communications, etc.).Assists as needed in the preparation and/or review of submissions of ARL data to salary surveys, and in the analysis of the results of surveys. Prepares preliminary data for review of starting salaries for research positions. Assists with market and internal equity reviews for annual salary budget planning. Contributes to the development of new ideas for more automation and streamlining of market matching.In performing all job functions, maintains a professional approach and due diligence for producing the highest quality of work and establishing an environment for consistent and evident collaboration across all ARL HR areas. Attends staff meetings; provides and accepts thoughtful, objective, open-minded, and insightful input and guidance during meetings, and in day-to-day interactions with all ARL HR staff members. Collaborates for solutions; exhibits a thorough understanding of the relevance of all data as applicable to ARL HR business rules and management objectives, and a thorough understanding of all ARL Operating Policies and Procedures. Reviews, recommends and/or prepares documentation, spreadsheets, and presentations to provide information, analyze trends, or support ARL HR recommendations. Carefully maintains records, tracking spreadsheets, and documentation related to areas of responsibility. Remains adaptable to new types of HR responsibilities at a department level.Other related functions as assigned.