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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory · 1 month ago

Senior Labor Relations Advocate

Livermore, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$161K/yr - $197K/yr

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is dedicated to strengthening the United States' security through innovative solutions. They are seeking a Senior Labor Relations Advocate to provide professional administrative support in staff relations, develop and implement policies, and represent the Laboratory in various hearings and negotiations.

Information TechnologyMarket ResearchSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Represent the Laboratory in both commercial and labor arbitration cases

Represent the Laboratory in unemployment insurance hearings

Counsel managers and supervisors on corrective action and other personnel issues

Conduct formal investigations on sexual harassment and discrimination complaints and other related issues

Respond to Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) and Civil Rights Department (CRD) complaints

Administer the internal employee complaint procedures and the grievance administration in collective bargaining agreements

Advise management on labor, employment and privacy statutes and regulations

Represent the Laboratory in Labor negotiations and contract administration

Develop and present training programs on labor relations and employment related matters

Implement Laboratory communication and educational programs on designated topics, e.g., Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Return to Work

Develop and recommend policy and procedures in conjunction with other subject matter experts and the Office of General Counsel

Coordinate with Office of General Counsel attorneys and legal staff - Perform all assignments in accordance with ES&H, security, and business practice requirements and policies

Perform other tasks as assigned

Qualification

Juris Doctorate (JD)Labor relations expertiseArbitration experienceEmployee investigationsLabor law knowledgeCollective bargainingCommunicationTeam playerPresentation skills

Required

Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship

Juris Doctorate (JD) or Graduate Degree in labor and industrial relations or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Extensive working and practical knowledge of theory, practices, and methods related to employee/labor relations

Ability to conduct internal Investigations into employment, labor and discrimination complaints and concerns

Thorough knowledge of labor and related laws and regulations and extensive experience relating management philosophy to labor relations and management practices

Extensive experience in presenting cases at hearings, i.e., arbitration and unfair labor practice hearings

Demonstrated background in labor relations – specifically collective bargaining

Experience working independently with a minimum of supervision

Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills, flexibility, and experience working as a team player

Demonstrated ability to make presentations and conduct training classes

Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with all levels of management within internal organizations and other agencies as necessary