Director, Labor Relations

Overview

ArtCenter College of Design is searching for an experienced Director, Labor Relations to join the team. The salary range for this position is $130,000.00 - 150,000.00. Final salary is based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity.

About ArtCenter : Founded in 1930 and located in Pasadena, California, ArtCenter College of Design is a global leader in art and design education with a reputation for a rigorous, transdisciplinary curriculum, professionals on the faculty, strong ties to industry, and a commitment to socially responsible design. ArtCenter is a private nonprofit, fully accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).

Every position at ArtCenter plays an important part in carrying out the College’s cultural values, goals, strategic vision, and mission, including upholding and cultivating an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Reporting to the Vice President, Employee Experience and Engagement (Human Resources), the Labor Relations Director will lead, facilitate and manage the College’s labor relations program. This includes developing policies, programs, practices and procedures and providing guidance for all labor relations matters. Working with labor counsel, the incumbent will serve as the College’s chief negotiator and guide bargaining strategies, while prioritizing positive experiences and engagement of students, faculty and staff, and maintaining the financial viability and high standard of education for which ArtCenter is known.

The incumbent will listen, learn and understand the needs of the College community and the guiding principles that drive our organizational culture to lead day-to-day administration, execution and interpretation of the collective bargaining agreement, MOUs, and side letters, including compliance and project management of union contract negotiations, effects bargaining, information requests, grievance procedures, and dispute resolution.

This is a full-time in-region position. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday, 8 : 30 a.m. to 4 : 30 p.m. The position requires flexibility to meet the demands of the work, which could include weekends or evenings. It is expected that the incumbent perform work in the office at least three days per workweek.

Essential Functions

Labor Administration — 60%

• Timely respond to information requests for bargaining, hearings, NLRB lawsuits, mediations, arbitrations or other matters that require the College to respond; assess information required under the law and within the union contract; participate in proceedings as needed
• Maintain a labor activity portal to track all labor activities
• Lead committee meetings to facilitate proactive and positive labor relations with the union; prepare objectives and agendas
• As a subject matter expert on labor relations, counsel and guide leadership, department heads, managers and supervisors on union issues
• With strong knowledge of the collective bargaining agreement, provide ongoing interpretation and hold learning sessions for compliance and administration
• In partnership with Marketing and Communications, communicate ongoing messaging about bargaining status and other labor relations issues
• Act as the primary liaison for the union and cultivate professional relationships with internal and external union representatives
• Oversee the grievance process to ensure compliance and facilitate solutions before mediation or arbitration
• Comply with federal and state labor and employment laws (NLRB and NLRA); consult with legal as needed
• Provide bargaining updates to the Board of Trustees, as requested

Contract Bargaining Administration — 30%

Other Duties as Assigned — 10%

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands and Working Environment

The conditions described describe the general nature of work performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Diversity Statement

ArtCenter is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, access and belonging. We value multiple perspectives and strive to create an inclusive campus environment that supports participation of students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ArtCenter is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex / gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or other protected characteristics. Applicants may request accommodations for a disability.

Applicant Rights (Prior Cannabis Use)

ArtCenter will not request information about prior cannabis use or rely on criminal history for such information, unless permitted by law.

Employment At-Will

All employment with ArtCenter is at-will. The College reserves the right to terminate or modify terms of employment with or without cause and with or without prior notice.

ArtCenter Employees have a Mandatory Duty to Report

Employees must report certain misconduct as required by Title IX and CANRA regulations, including mandatory reporting duties for faculty.

The statements above describe general responsibilities and may be updated as needed.

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