Labor Relations

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary resource for labor relations guidance, offering expert support on union matters across the organization.
• Review and apply collective bargaining agreements to ensure consistent administration of workplace practices, policies, and employee actions.
• Prepare for and participate in bargaining activities by developing strategy, drafting proposals, and supporting negotiation efforts.
• Oversee the grievance and arbitration process, including fact gathering, documentation, response preparation, and coordination for hearings.
• Counsel managers and HR partners on contract obligations, disciplinary matters, investigations, and labor-related exposure.
• Foster productive working relationships with union representatives as well as internal business and HR stakeholders.
• Collaborate with legal advisors and senior leadership to address disputes, shape labor strategy, and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Track changes in labor and employment laws and recommend updates to practices to align with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Evaluate labor relations trends and case patterns to identify risks and propose proactive actions that improve employee and union relations.
• Deliver guidance and training to leaders on contract administration, labor relations practices, and effective engagement in unionized settings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business Administration, or a related discipline; advanced education is a plus.
• At least 5 years of progressive labor relations experience, including substantial work in unionized workplaces.
• Strong working knowledge of collective bargaining, grievance administration, arbitration support, and labor law compliance.
• Demonstrated experience contributing to or leading union negotiations and related preparation activities.
• Ability to interpret complex labor agreements and provide practical guidance to leaders on workplace issues.
• Well-developed investigative, conflict resolution, and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build credibility across multiple levels of an organization.
• Proficiency with HR systems, case tracking tools, and Microsoft Office applications.

Qualifications

• Experience in unionized environments.
• Knowledge of labor laws and regulations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.

Skills

• Labor Relations
• HR Practices
• Union Negotiations
• Grievance Management
• Conflict Resolution
• Legal Compliance
• Communication Skills
• Problem Solving

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance

Pay

• Competitive compensation package.

Schedule

• Full-time position.