LABOR RELATIONS SPECIALIST I-II-III

MUSCOGEE (CREEK) NATION

Seeking a LABOR RELATIONS SPECIALIST I-II-III

Description : Under the direction of the Labor Relations Manager, the Labor Relations Specialist conducts a broad range of professional employee relations activities including but not limited to : employee consulting, conflict resolution, complaint investigation, policy interpretation and the preparation and delivery of related summary reports and recommendations.

Candidate will be hired at a level commensurate to education, experience & budget allocation.

Specialist I - $35,859 - $46,820

Specialist II - $40,372 - $52,728

Specialist III - $ 45,448 - $59,342

Principal Duties and Responsibilities :

• Serves as the initial contact and liaison for intake and assessment of employee complaints, grievances or adverse employment actions.
• Assist Managers / Supervisors with interpreting and understanding MCN policy and procedures, corrective action procedures, including but not limited to performance improvement plans or any employment related matter.
• Provide advice and guidance to employees as it relates to policy, compliance or guidelines.
• Investigate work-related or compliance issues and prepare summary reports, conclusions and recommendations.
• Provide on-going customer service and response to inquiries regarding labor relation issues; coach / advise employees and management through sensitive HR issues to resolve conflict and seek workable solutions.
• Maintain knowledge of legal requirements related to human resources; ensures policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance.
• Inform and provide Management with up-to-date information regarding labor laws, tribal laws and regulations related to employment.
• Process Unemployment claims, appeals and serve as liaison to the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission (OESC); administer all unemployment related processes.
• Analyze and interpret data to create reports on a weekly / quarterly / as needed basis in areas of responsibility.
• Maintain employee labor files and other related records.
• Assist with recordkeeping related to hiring, terminations, furlough, transfers and promotions.
• Responsible to maintain HIPPA compliance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements :

Labor Relations Specialist III

Performs work requiring advanced knowledge and exercises independent discretion in decision making / judgement and execution of responsibilities.

Education :

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field; experience and / or other training / certification may be substituted for education.

Experience :

Three years related labor relations experience; responsible analytical experience in resolution of grievances; negotiation, mediation, or arbitration; consultation and resolution of conflict; administration or investigation and settlement of violation complaints.

Labor Relations Specialist II

Performs work requiring advanced knowledge and exercises independent discretion in decision making / judgement and execution of responsibilities.

Education :

Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field; experience and / or other training / certification may be substituted for education.

Experience :

Two years related labor relations experience; responsible analytical experience in resolution of grievances; negotiation, mediation, or arbitration; consultation and resolution of conflict; administration or investigation and settlement of violation complaints.

Labor Relations Specialist I

Education :

High School Diploma or GED.

Experience :

One-year related experience in labor relations. College courses in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field may be substituted for experience.

All Positions

Preferred Requirements :

Education : Master's degree in Business Administration or related field.

Experience : Five years' labor relations experience.

Special skills : Experience working in a diverse multi-cultural organization. Knowledge of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Muscogee (Creek) history, culture and language.

Certifications and licenses : SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, THRP l, THRP Il, or TMP.

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