Director, Human Resources Business Partners

Minneapolis Public Schools; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 129,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Human Resources Business Partners to lead their Employee Relations team. This pivotal role involves managing labor relations, advising on collective bargaining, and ensuring compliance with labor agreements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public sector labor relations, with the ability to foster collaborative relationships and lead negotiations. Join a team committed to diversity and excellence, making a significant impact on the district's labor relations and employee processes.

Benefits

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

HSA & FSA

Retirement plan

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 4 years of experience in Labor Relations required.
• Experience in public sector preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage Employee Relations team and oversee labor relations.
• Advise district managers on collective bargaining issues.
• Lead negotiations on major contracts and develop policies.

Skills

Labor negotiations

Contract management

Dispute resolution

Data analysis

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources

Labor Relations

Business Administration

Public Administration

Job description

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Job Details

Position: Director, Human Resources Business Partners

Requisition ID: 102916

Close Date: 11:59 PM

Organizational Unit: Labor Relations/Employee Relations (10000138)

Site: Davis Center (0001)

FTE: 1.0 (full-time)

Union: MACA(02)

Functional Area: Administrative

Salary Range: $129,904 - $162,232

Benefits: Dental, Health, Vision insurance, Paid time off, HSA & FSA, Retirement plan

Summary

Under general supervision, directs complex functions in labor and employee relations, advising, counseling, supporting, and training district staff to ensure proper administration and compliance of labor agreements and employee due process.

Essential Functions

• Manage the Employee Relations team; oversee labor relations including mediation, dispute resolution, employee discipline, negotiations, contract administration, and implementation.
• Advise and train district managers on collective bargaining issues; maintain collaborative relationships with union representatives.
• Lead negotiations on major contracts; develop infrastructure for contract administration and due process issues.
• Review and analyze disciplinary, arbitration, and grievance data; develop policies and procedures; serve as a lead negotiator.
• Manage staff, assign tasks, evaluate performance, and develop training plans.
• Administer labor contracts, facilitate meetings, interpret contract language, and prepare amendments.
• Handle employee due process issues, conduct investigations, and develop recommendations.
• Coordinate Employee Relations within HR to ensure high service levels.
• Respond to grievances, coordinate mediations, arbitrations, and hearings.
• Prepare and present reports on Employee Relations issues.
• Promote the Superintendent’s goals and priorities; maintain confidentiality.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business, or Public Administration; AND four (4) years of experience in Labor Relations, preferably in the public sector; or equivalent experience.

Knowledge and Skills

• Labor negotiations, contract management, collective bargaining principles.
• Public sector administrative management, laws, and regulations.
• Dispute resolution, data analysis, report generation, customer service.

Additional Requirements

A valid Minnesota State Driver’s License may be required. Work is performed in an office environment; may involve lifting and standing.

Organizational Information

• Bargaining Unit: MACA
• Grade: 79
• FLSA Status: Exempt

Commitment to Diversity

Minneapolis Public Schools values diversity and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.