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The George Washington University · 17 hours ago

Employee & Labor Relations Manager

Washington, DC

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$81K/yr - $133K/yr

5+ years exp

The George Washington University is committed to fair treatment and diversity in its workforce. The Employee & Labor Relations Manager provides guidance on employee and labor relations, including grievance handling, collective bargaining, and training programs for stakeholders with union employees.

Higher Education

No H1B

Responsibilities

Serves as Subject Matter Expert ( SME ) and advises HR Business Partners on all facets of labor relations for the university, including interpretation of Collective Bargaining Agreements ( CBA )

Grievance Administration – Manages, tracks and monitors the grievance process and serves as the HR representative in the appropriate review step during the process.Labor-Management Meetings – conducts regularly scheduled meetings with Human Resources, Management, and Union representation in accordance with CBAs

Employee Relations – Provides SME guidance to HR Business Partners regarding performance counseling and corrective action and interpretation of university policies. Facilitates sound and consistent employee and labor relations decisions

Collective Bargaining – Participates in negotiations with unions. Identifies and researches potential issues which may arise during negotiations. Analyzes proposals for the feasibility of acceptance. Prepares viable counter-proposals as necessary. Consults with other sections within Human Resources to determine the impact proposed contract terms may have on the University. Consults with Department leaders to ascertain their priorities and the feasibility of their acceptance. Monitors CBA implementation on a regular basis to track areas of concern for future negotiations

Arbitration – Assists Legal Counsel in preparing for and representing the University at arbitrations and third-party proceedings as required

Third-Party Proceedings – Investigates charges or complaints filed with third-party agencies. Conducts investigations into allegations contained with the charge. Interviews supervisors, witnesses, and other involved parties to assist in the preparation of a response to the charge. Provides assistance to legal counsel in responding to complaints and third-party proceedings, including Equal Employment Opportunity Commission ( EEOC ), DC Office of Human Rights, and National Labor Relations Board ( NLRB ) charges. Represent the University at conferences, hearings, etc

Stays informed of current regulatory requirements and changes in legislation and court decisions impacting employee relations at the University. Monitors relevant updates from regulatory agencies and collaborates with appropriate stakeholders to recommend changes to policies or processes as needed

Manages communication of potential employment litigation and/or risks to legal counsel and consults with the Office of General Counsel on labor relations matters as needed

Training and Facilitation – Researches, develops, designs, and presents training programs/sessions in all areas of employee and labor relations

Performs other duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position

Qualification

EmployeeLabor RelationsCollective BargainingGrievance AdministrationMediationDispute ResolutionNational Labor Relations ActEmployment LawsTrainingFacilitationCoaching SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsConfidentiality

Required

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 5 years of relevant professional experience, or a Master's degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 3 years of relevant professional experience

Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position

Extensive knowledge regarding employee and labor relations, the National Labor Relations Act, the National Labor Relations Board, and state and federal employment laws

Working knowledge of Employment Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) requirements

Demonstrated experience with mediation and other dispute resolution systems and techniques

Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships in a consulting environment

Excellent coaching skills regarding employee and labor relations

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a team-based environment

Demonstrated experience managing collective bargaining agreements

Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills

Excellent presentation skills

Ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters

Ability to work evenings and weekends on occasion during contract negotiations or to engage with second or third shift employees as necessary