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NEOGOV · 5 months ago

Administrator of Labor Relations IV (HUMAN RESOURCES)

Michigan, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$96K/yr - $125K/yr

4+ years exp

NEOGOV is part of the City of Detroit, and they are seeking an Administrator of Labor Relations IV to support and perform all aspects of labor relations within the organization. The role involves contract negotiations, managing relationships between management and labor unions, and ensuring compliance with labor laws and collective bargaining agreements.

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Responsibilities

Acting as advocate for the city at arbitration and MERC hearings

Acts as the main point of contact between management, labor unions, and employees

Assumes responsibility for division operations in the absence of superiors

Attends negotiation sessions, conferences and meetings, and participates in discussion of assigned issues

Collects and prepares general and technical information for labor negotiation proceedings

Conducts investigations and hearings and writes management's response to individual employee and union grievances

Consults and provides guidance to executive and senior management including human resources on labor relations strategies, legal compliance and best practices

Developing negotiation strategies, analyzing economic impacts, industry trends, and organizational goals to create effective negotiation proposals

Develops contract language and proposals for economic and non-economic provisions

Drafting and administering the collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) and ensuring proper implementation of collective bargaining agreements (CBAs)

Drafts responses to Union inquiries and requests for information ensuring compliance with applicable laws and rules

Ensuring the proper interpretation of the collective bargaining agreement(CBA~~)~~

Experience with and understanding of unfair labor practices (ULP) charges

Experience with Michigan Employee Relations Commission (MERC)hearings

Fosters positive relationships by working to build and maintain constructive relationships with union representatives and other stakeholders

Gathers information, meets with appropriate parties and prepares reports and related documents

Grievance strategy and avoidance training

Instructs and trains staff on requirements, policies ,procedures and best practices for the provision of labor relations services

Investigates and replies to inquiries and complaints challenging policies and actions of management

Investigates, analyzes and makes recommendations to proposals and issues submitted by management and union representatives

Knowledge and understanding of the Public Employment Relations Act (PERA)

Participates in joint activities with other department functions to address labor relations issues

Participation and/or Serving as the lead representative for management during collective bargaining with unions

Prepares reports, charts, tables and graphs on existing rates, proposed rates and rate studies

Represents management in labor negotiations, conferences and grievance hearings

Research pertinent labor laws, mediation board and court decisions, previous contracts, current contracts and related materials of other jurisdictions and private organizations

Resolves complex issues relating to the application of rules, policies and procedures as they pertain to general and specific cases and assures consistency in application

Serves on committees and teams for special projects and initiatives

Stays current on proposed legislation and regulations and assessing their potential impact on the City of Detroit

Training and implementation of ratified contracts which includes communication of any changes

Understanding and managing the grievance and arbitration process

Understanding of the Fact Finding, Mediation and ACT 312 negotiation processes

Understanding of various election petitions and the election/recognition process under PERA

Qualification

Labor relations expertiseContract negotiationCollective bargaining agreementsLegal complianceGrievance resolutionAnalytical skillsTrainingDevelopmentCommunication skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Bachelor's degree with specialization in labor relations, human resources, public or business administration or a related field

Recent experience in labor relations or human resources activities which have included negotiation and administration of collective bargaining agreements

Significantly advanced levels of responsibility and four to five (4-5) years of human resources experience in any combination of the following components: compensation, recruitment/staffing, benefits, labor relations experience, employee relations, training and development, and organizational development

Detailed understanding of the knowledge, theory and principles of labor relations

Experience with and understanding of unfair labor practices (ULP) charges

Experience with Michigan Employee Relations Commission (MERC) hearings

Knowledge and understanding of the Public Employment Relations Act (PERA)

Understanding and managing the grievance and arbitration process

Understanding of the Fact Finding, Mediation and ACT 312 negotiation processes

Understanding of various election petitions and the election/recognition process under PERA

Preferred

Legal knowledge and experience

Managing and resolving complex disputes, including arbitration proceedings

Proven record of hands-on labor relations work

Labor relations experience with significant time spent in a lead or senior role

A strong background in contract negotiations, contract administration, grievance resolution and legal compliance

Benefits

Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.

Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

Sick Leave

Vacation

Holidays

Funeral leave

Family and Medical Leave

Jury duty

Military duty leave

Unpaid personal leave

City Employees Retirement System