Compensation and Labor Relations Specialist

Your Work Schedule

Full Time, Exempt/Salary. Core business hours are Monday-Friday between 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Flexible scheduling may be available. Hybrid scheduling (work from home) may be available.

Responsibilities

• Labor Relations Administration
  • Administer and apply collective bargaining agreement (CBA) provisions in accordance with established policies, practices, and guidance from the Director of HR.
  • Support the grievance process by coordinating intake, gathering documentation, tracking timelines, and maintaining records.
  • Research contract language and prepare information to support grievance responses, labor meetings, and negotiations.
  • Provide guidance to managers on routine contract interpretation and refer complex or precedent-setting issues to the Director of HR.
  • Maintain seniority lists, contract tracking tools, and other labor relations records.
  • Assist with manager training and communication regarding contract administration and labor-related processes.
• Compensation Administration
  • Administer compensation programs, salary structures, wage scales, and contract-driven pay practices.
  • Conduct compensation analyses and market research to support equitable and competitive pay practices.
  • Assist with annual compensation planning, salary surveys, budgeting, and labor cost forecasting, including wages, benefits, payroll taxes, and other employee-related costs.
  • Partner with Finance to ensure timely and accurate implementation of compensation and payroll changes.
  • Maintain compensation documentation and ensure compliance with organizational policies and collective bargaining agreements.
• HRIS & Workforce Data Management
  • Maintain HRIS data related to compensation, employee records, and union administration.
  • Generate reports and workforce analytics to support HR operations, compliance, budgeting, and leadership decision-making.
  • Conduct routine audits to ensure data integrity and compliance with legal and organizational requirements.
  • Support HRIS improvements and maintain HR documentation, including job descriptions and organizational charts.

Required Qualifications

Education, credentials, and experience:

• Three to five years of progressively responsible experience in human resources, with direct experience in human resources, compensation, HRIS, payroll, labor relations administration, or a related field.
• Experience supporting collective bargaining agreement administration.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience working with HRIS and payroll systems.
• Strong knowledge of compensation practices, including wage structures and pay administration.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Competencies:

• Analytical Thinking: Breaks down raw information and undefined problems into specific, workable components that in turn clearly identify the issues at hand.
• Problem Solving: Identifies problems and uses logic, judgment, and data to evaluate alternatives and recommend solutions to achieve the desired organizational goal or outcome.
• HR Data Management: Manages employee information, benefits, and payroll in HRIS tools.
• Communication: Delivers clear, effective communication and takes responsibility for understanding others.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality while handling sensitive information.
• Exercises sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism in protecting employee privacy and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and applicable laws.

Preferred Qualifications

• CCP professional certification
• Experience with initial contract implementation and subsequent renegotiation in the private sector
• Experience in nonprofit or mission-driven organizations

Physical Requirements And Work Environment

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing, often for prolonged periods.
• The work is performed in an office environment with minor exposure to dust, dirt and conditions normally found on floor surfaces, desks, and furniture.
• Tools and equipment used: Basic Proficiency in MS Office, email and use of the Internet.