Deputy Chief, Labor Relations (Remote-Eligible)

MTA; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 204,000 - 228,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework 1 day per week

Job summary

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) seeks a Deputy Chief Labor Relations Officer (MNR) to lead negotiating strategies and oversee complex labor contracts for Metro-North Railroad. You will guide executive staff, ensure disciplined contract administration, and maintain productive labor/management relationships.

The role requires deep labor relations expertise, strong negotiation skills, and a track record of leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, high-stakes governmental

Qualifications

• Broad knowledge of labor relations and related laws.
• Strong negotiation and dispute resolution capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across executive, union, and regulatory stakeholders.
• Proven leadership, team development, and performance management.
• Ability to manage complex labor contracts and advise senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement negotiation strategies for MNR contracts.
• Oversee discipline, performance management, and employee relations matters.
• Lead labor policy development and bargaining strategy with executives and unions.
• Coordinate with General Counsel on contracts implementation and labor arbitration.
• Ensure productive labor/management relationships and compliant contract administration.

Skills

Labor relations expertise

Contract negotiation

Communication skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) seeks a Deputy Chief Labor Relations Officer (MNR) to lead negotiating strategies and oversee complex labor contracts for Metro-North Railroad. You will guide executive staff, ensure disciplined contract administration, and maintain productive labor/management relationships.

The role requires deep labor relations expertise, strong negotiation skills, and a track record of leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, high-stakes governmental