Employee Relations

The Employee Relations section of Human Resources acts as a resource by providing strategic support to both academic and administrative employee issues. We are dedicated to the enhancement of a quality working environment for employees by encouraging positive communication between employees and managers.

How We Help Supervisors and Employees

Employee Relations offers consultation, facilitation and resolution strategies for workplace issues. Employee Relations assists in communications between employees and supervisors through the following services:

  • Assists in the interpretation, explanation and clarification of University policies and procedures
  • Advises employees regarding their employment rights
  • Facilitates dialogue on employee/employer issues
  • Provides counsel to supervisors and employees regarding employment-related inquiries such as:
    • Supportable performance-based actions; corrective action and planning, disciplinary actions
    • Performance Appraisal procedures

We’re here to help you with your workplace questions and issues. Just call or send us an e-mail.

Employee Relations Contacts

Becca Seamons

Employee Relations Specialist

Office Location: Utah State University Human Resources
Phone: (435) 797-5652
Email: becca.seamons@usu.edu

Carson Esplin

Employee Relations Specialist

Office Location: Utah State University Human Resources
Phone: (435) 797-0460
Email: carson.esplin@usu.edu

Emily Rigby

Employee Relations Specialist

Office Location: Utah State University Human Resources
Email: emily.rigby@usu.edu

Shayla Castillo

Employee Relations and ADA Case Coordinator

Office Location: Utah State University Human Resources
Phone: (435) 797-2785
Email: shayla.castillo@usu.edu

Rebecca Duncan

Employee Relations Generalist for Athletics

Office Location: Utah State University Human Resources
Email: rebecca.duncan@usu.edu

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