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Providence Health & Services · 3 months ago

VP - Sr. Labor & Employment Counsel

Renton, WA, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$0/yr - $300K/yr

10+ years exp

Providence Health & Services is seeking a Vice President - Senior Labor and Employment Counsel to provide labor and employment counsel throughout the Providence system. The role involves representing employers in labor matters, advising on labor relations strategies, and managing litigation, while promoting teamwork and aligning with Providence's Mission and Core Values.

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Responsibilities

Provides legal analysis, strategic advice and counsel to each Providence employer on labor and employment matters

Serves as chief spokesperson in labor contract negotiations in assigned service area(s), and across the System as necessary, with overall responsibility for developing and executing labor strategy, in partnership with HR leaders, chief executives, and managers

Represents employers in the Providence system in labor arbitrations and administrative agency investigations and proceedings, such as, but not limited to, before the NLRB

Actively participates in providing regular and timely legal information as a continuing educational resource for Providence facilities, including development of presentation materials, delivery of presentations, and development of written summaries regarding labor and employment regulatory/legal changes affecting employers

Provides research and technical support and drafts legal opinions for the determination and resolution of complex legal issues

Responds to administrative agencies, demand letters and other claims

Partners with teammates to manage and coordinate relationships with outside counsel on employment litigation to meet organizational goals, in a cost-effective manner. Assesses best case strategy and need for settlement on litigation, guides outside counsel, and supervises the work of outside counsel. Provides advice directly to client regarding litigation management

Works with HR Business Partners and leaders to improve investigatory processes and outcomes, and takes other proactive steps to mitigate risk

Collaborates with multi-disciplinary system and regional leaders’ communication and corporate campaign efforts

Advises Providence employers regarding issues arising from and/or related to merger/acquisition due diligence

Coordinates contract preparation and strategy development, and consults and provides expert advice on labor relations to organizational leaders and managers

Develops relationships with and, as appropriate, serves as contact with labor unions on specific contracts

Develops relationships with and serves as contact with the NLRB and other government agencies

Designs and sponsors management labor education (incorporating Catholic social teachings, where appropriate). Works with HR Leadership to develop specific curriculum and course materials

Keeps clients updated on labor legislation, labor market conditions, and union practices

Develops content for privileged resource website available for HR Leaders

Reviews labor relations communication plans for legal compliance, and works with internal resources to prepare and implement timely and effective communications with employees, managers, and senior leadership

Participates and represents Providence in labor relations forums and professional associations

Collaborates with Providence leaders and other DLA attorneys, as appropriate

Keeps HR Leadership Team and other HR leaders updated on relevant emerging issues

Effectively collaborates with key HR leaders and Chief Executives to support operational and organizational goals and objectives. Maintains clarity as to appropriate role of legal counsel within operational unit. Supports ongoing effective labor communications. Manages labor relations and legal compliance in a manner that is congruent with Providence Mission and Core Values and, where appropriate, Catholic Social Teachings on labor

Remains current and knowledgeable with respect to labor/employment law, particularly with issues affecting health care

Performs routine and complex work assignments independently

Performs other duties and responsibilities as required

Qualification

Doctor of JurisprudenceLabor law expertiseEmployment litigation experienceNegotiation skillsNLRB procedure knowledgeCollective bargaining experienceLeadership skillsAnalytical skillsVerbal communication skillsWritten communication skillsRelationship-building skillsCritical thinkingProblem-solving skills