Labor Relations Manager
The Position
Support preparation for and participation in negotiations with the City's five collective bargaining units
Conduct financial and operational impact analyses of union proposals
Draft memoranda of understanding, side letters, and contract language
Interpret collective bargaining agreements and advise departments on compliance and application
Investigate and respond to grievances and represent the City in grievance meetings
Assist with arbitration preparation and collaborate with legal counsel on arbitration strategy
Support labor-management committees and serve as a liaison between City leadership and union representatives
Monitor compliance with Virginia collective bargaining statutes and applicable labor laws
Analyze workforce data, including overtime, leave usage, discipline trends, and compensation impacts
Develop reports and presentations for City leadership and elected officials
Requirements
Five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in labor relations, employee relations, or human resources within a unionized environment.
Strong knowledge of public-sector labor relations, preferably within the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Demonstrated ability to interpret and administer complex collective bargaining agreements with precision and sound judgment.
Strong analytical capabilities, including experience with financial costing and impact analysis related to labor agreements and personnel matters.
Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven and politically sensitive environment.
High degree of professionalism, discretion, political awareness, and sound judgment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data analysis tools.
Experience supporting multiple bargaining units and prior supervisory or management experience is preferred.
Experience supporting police, fire, public works, or general government bargaining units is preferred.
Experience preparing arbitration materials is desirable.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Labor Relations, Business Administration, or a closely related field is required.
Master’s degree in Public Administration, Labor Relations, or a related field is preferred.
Professional certifications such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PSHRA-CP, or PSHRA-SCP are desirable.
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Application
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