Labor Relations Coordinator

About the role

Seattle Municipal Court is seeking a temporary Labor Relations Coordinator to provide expert guidance to the Human Resources team and Court leadership on labor and employee relations matters. The role supports consistent application of collective bargaining agreements and employment laws, strengthens collaborative relationships with the Court’s labor partners, and evaluates and improves internal labor‑relations workflows and HR procedures.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and provide strategic advice on collective bargaining agreements, employment law, MOUs, MOAs, and personnel rules.
• Provide strategic advice on employee leave management programs to ensure compliance with City policies, collective bargaining agreements, and applicable federal and state leave laws.
• Conduct investigations of grievances and complaints and prepare documentation supporting management positions.
• Administer HR programs mandated by law, rules, and agreements.
• Represent the Court, when necessary, in labor‑management meetings, grievance proceedings, and discussions with union representatives.
• Respond to information requests from union representatives and compile timely supporting documentation.
• Coach and advise managers and supervisors on HR issues involving unionized employees, including performance management and discipline.
• Coordinate daily labor relations activities and support consistent contract administration.
• Support Seattle Municipal Court’s commitment to equity, access, and inclusive workplace practices.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in labor relations, Human Resources, Business/Public Administration, Economics, or a closely related field.
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible labor relations administration experience.
• Experience working in a multi‑union environment, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the necessary knowledge and skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience administering leave programs and ensuring compliant, timely, and consistent application of laws, policies, and contract provisions.
• Demonstrated experience in dispute resolution, grievance handling, and arbitration processes.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and judgment skills with flexibility and reliability.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Experience working within a government or public‑sector environment.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $64.25 – $74.58 per hour. New employees begin at Step 1 of the pay progression, which is $64.25 hourly.

Schedule

This is a full‑time position (40 hours per week) with the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their manager.

Benefits

• Vacation, holiday, and sick leave
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and long‑term disability insurance for employees and their dependents
• Comprehensive benefits package detailed on the City’s website

Additional Information

• A job offer is contingent upon successfully passing the Court’s background check, which includes a criminal‑history review, fingerprinting, and reference checks.
• This position is open to all individuals whose experience, skills, and abilities align with the qualifications.
• The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and encourages applicants of all backgrounds, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.
• For more information, visit www.seattle.gov/courts or contact Pharez Freeland at Pharez.Freeland@seattle.gov.