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Rhode Island Energy · 1 day ago

Labor Relations Manager - RI

Providence, RI

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Rhode Island Energy, part of PPL Corporation, is one of the largest investor-owned utility companies in the United States. The Labor Relations Manager will lead the planning, development, and implementation of Labor Relations strategy programs and processes, ensuring effective labor relations and contract administration.

Electrical DistributionEnergyRenewable Energy

Responsibilities

Leads the planning, development and implementation of Labor Relations programs and processes in support of business objectives

Provides overall union contract administration, including assisting with language interpretation and providing guidance on labor issues

Serves as chief spokesperson for contract negotiations, and coordinates negotiation preparation, including developing the negotiation strategy

Builds partnerships with gas and electric field operations and support service organizations and provides direction and counsel around contractual matters affecting business operations

Partners with local labor union leaders to achieve an effective and functional labor relations climate

Oversees the grievance process. Works collaboratively to resolve issues in a timely and satisfactory manner that best meets business objectives

Primary contact with inhouse counsel for assistance with arbitrations, contract negotiations, and any resolution for NLRB matters

Serve as company spokesperson at federal mediation

Manages process improvements for all labor relations processes to ensure efficiency and alignment with organizational objectives

Provides counsel to managers and supervisors on strategies to drive positive labor relations

In situations of significant labor relations matters, coordinates with the Director of HR and VP of Labor Relations/HR Strategy and legal resources as appropriate

Partners with operations leadership to identify specific labor relations priorities to optimize organizational and departmental performance and negotiates identified solutions with the local union

Develops HR departmental labor plans that establish the goals and objectives for the organization around labor relations strategies

Works in the office/on-site to engage in face-to-face interaction and coordination of work among co-workers

May be assigned an emergency response role during weather or system events, which may necessitate the need to work after-hours, beyond a regular schedule

Qualification

Labor contract negotiationsLabor contract administrationHuman resources experienceHR functions knowledgeClient-service orientationLeadership skillsStrategic planningJD certificationSPHR certificationVerbal communication skillsWritten communication skillsProject management

Required

Bachelor's degree

Five years of human resources, labor relations, or business-related area experience

Demonstrated experience in labor contract negotiations and labor contract administration

Conceptual knowledge of the HR functions, including staffing, benefits, and compensation, with a broader knowledge of employment law, contract interpretation, and employee relations

Strong leadership and management skills

Strong client-service orientation, ability to work well with individuals within all levels of the organization

Strong verbal and written communication skills