Consultant Employee Relations (2026-2027)

Jefferson County Public Schools; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson County Public Schools is seeking a Labor Relations professional to provide specialized expertise to principals, managers and supervisors on employee relations, personnel records and disciplinary matters. This role involves advising on processes and implementing effective labor-management practices.

The position supports union contract administration/interpretation, grievance processing and the preparation of documents data for grievances, mediations, reassignments and unemployment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in business, IR, paralegal studies, public administration or related field (shortlisted).
• Five years of experience in labor relations, employee relations, paralegal or HR roles preferred.
• Must have strong communication skills. ( concise )

Responsibilities

• Advise principals, managers and supervisors on employee relations and disciplinary actions.
• Assist with union contract administration, interpretation and grievance processing.
• Prepare documents and data related to grievances, mediations, reassignments and unemployment.
• Maintain personnel records and support employee development processes.

Skills

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration / Industrial Relations / Public Administration

Job description

Scope Of Responsibilities

Provides specialized expertise regarding hiring labor-management and employee relations to all Principals, managers and supervisors including personnel records, employee development, and advice on employee discipline, including development of a process to deal effectively with employee/labor relations. Assists with union contract administration/interpretation and grievance/complaint processing and preparation of necessary documents/data concerning grievances, mediations, reassignments and unemployment.

Job Description

Salary Schedule II (attached) Grade 7

Working Calendar: 260 days / 8 hours

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Industrial relations, Paralegal studies, Public Administration or related fields
• Five (5) years successful experience in Labor Management, Employee Relations, Paralegal, or Human Resources
• Effective communication skills