Associate Labor Relations Representative

Description Under close supervision, in a training capacity, to perform professional level labor relations staff duties, including labor-management contract negotiations and administration, grievance handling, disciplinary actions, dispute resolution, training and research. Please note: Applicants who meet the employment standards will be invited to take the written examination tentatively scheduled for the week of November 16th. Typical Tasks Serves as a member of negotiating committees; Assists in the development of negotiating proposals; Assists in researching, analyzing and costing union and County proposals; Assists in drafting contract language; Assists in the preparation of grievances for arbitration by arranging witnesses, interviewing and preparing witnesses for testimony, and collecting other information; Assists in the preparation and presentation of cases in mediation and/or arbitration; Consults and provides routine advice to smaller operating departments regarding handling disciplinary processes, handling grievances, State Labor Law, labor contract interpretation, Employee Relations Ordinance and Merit System Rules; Assists in the preparation of discipline appeal cases to the Personnel Board, hearing officer, or arbitrator; Assists in the development, implementation and presentation of training programs on labor relations topics; May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker as required; Performs other related duties as required. Employment Standards Sufficient education, training, and experience to demonstrate possession and direct application of the following knowledge and abilities: Training and Experience Note: The knowledge and abilities to perform this function are acquired through training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Industrial Relations, Human Resources, Political Science, Sociology, Psychology or a related technical field, AND One (1) year of professional level analytical experience. Experience in the public sector is highly desirable. Possession of a valid California Driver's License prior to appointment and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County driver authorization. Knowledge Of Principles of organization and management; Research and data collection techniques; Communication techniques for gathering, evaluating and transmitting information; Basic methods of dispute resolution; Modern office practices, methods, and computer applications related to the work. Ability to: Perform research, analysis and evaluation of facts and conflicting evidence; Reason logically and reach sound conclusions; Learn higher level labor relations skills; Communicate effectively through clear and concise written correspondence and oral presentation; Establish working relationships with management staff and various labor organizations; Read, analyze and logically interpret labor contracts, court cases, laws, Merit System Rules, arbitration decisions, policies and procedures; Advocate various positions through oral or written communication.