The Director, Labor and Employee Relations, will develop and oversee the implementation of effective Labor and Employee Relations strategies and provide solutions, direction, leadership, and expertise in the areas of Employee and Labor Relations for a unionized healthcare organization. The Director will develop programs, practices, and training to promote understanding and compliance with all relevant employment laws and regulations. The Director will establish consistent Labor and Employee Relation practices throughout the organization.
The successful candidate will work in collaboration with Legal Counsel.
Responsibilities :
Labor Strategy & Negotiation
- Develop and implement labor relations strategies aligned with organizational goals.
- Lead negotiations for collective bargaining agreements.
- Interpret and administer labor contracts and agreements.
Compliance & Legal Oversight
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws.Advise management on legal implications of labor decisions.Represent the organization in arbitration hearings and labor board proceedings.Dispute Resolution & Grievance Management
Oversee grievance procedures and resolve employee disputes.Provide counsel on disciplinary actions and contract interpretation.Coordinate responses to Unfair Labor Practice charges.Training & Development
Deliver training to managers on labor relations, contract administration, and compliance.Promote understanding of labor policies and procedures across departments.Employee Engagement & Relations
Monitor employee satisfaction and engagement.Collaborate with HR and leadership to improve workplace culture and relations.Lead the development and implementation of a variety of qualitative and quantitative measures to track the effectiveness of employee and labor relations processes.Qualifications
Proven experience in Labor and Employee Relations, preferably in a health care setting at a Director Level.Education
Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or a related field is required.Juris Doctorate or Master's Degree in Human Resources or a related field is preferred.
Experience
Minimum 10 years' experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.Skills
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and city laws pertaining to employment and labor relations matters.Strong leadership skills, including organization, project management, delegation, problem-solving, communication, change management, and analytical skills.Annual salary for this position is $165,000 - $185,000
The salary range and / or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.
When determining base salary and / or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, budget, and internal equity).