Labor and Employee Relations Consultant

Job Summary

UCSF is seeking an experienced Labor & Employee Relations Consultant to join their team. This senior-level role advises all levels of the organization on complex and high-impact labor and employee relations matters.

About the Role

• Provides strategic labor and employee relations counsel to leaders at all levels
• Independently manages highly complex and sensitive ER cases, assessing risk and recommending solutions
• Interprets and administers collective bargaining agreements and University policies
• Investigates and responds to grievances and complaints
• Designs and delivers training to managers on labor relations, performance management, and workplace best practices
• Promotes proactive employee relations strategies that reduce organizational risk
• Serves as a lead resource and subject matter expert within the department

Responsibilities

• Operates with significant independence and requires sound judgment in high-visibility and high-risk situations

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor's degree in related area and six years of experience in labor and employee relations or related field
• Advanced knowledge of labor/employment law and the principles and techniques of labor negotiations
• Advanced knowledge of the principles of advocacy in order to represent the organization in complex and sensitive dispute forums
• Advanced knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and court decisions regarding employment related matters
• Specialized knowledge within labor relations field
• Skills necessary to bargain and represent the organization's interests effectively
• Ability to lead and mentor other labor relations professionals
• Advanced analytical skills to conduct analysis and develop recommendations, demonstrating organization and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to handle extremely difficult or volatile situations/individuals effectively

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of organizational policies and procedures
• Advanced knowledge of functional area and understands how work impacts other areas in Human Resources and the organization
• Public sector, higher education

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. UCSF is home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

PRIDE Values

UCSF is committed to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values. We are also committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We engage diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html.

Benefits

We are pleased to offer a sign-on bonus as part of our commitment to welcoming exceptional talent to our team. In addition, relocation assistance is available to support candidates who are moving to join us. These benefits are designed to ease your transition and recognize the value you bring to our organization.