Employee and Labor Relations Manager

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

The University of Pittsburgh seeks a Manager for Employee & Labor Relations to lead a team focused on achieving goals, priorities, and objectives in labor relations. You will train staff, supervise recruitment and performance, and coordinate complex case management with ER and LR specialists.

Hybrid work arrangement, with on-campus responsibilities and remote flexibility based on department needs. 80,000–90,000 USD per year, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 3+ years of experience in Employee & Labor Relations or related field.
• Preferred certifications in labor relations or project management are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and trains staff to support Employee & Labor Relations initiatives.
• Supervises staff activities, conducts performance reviews, manages timecards and disciplinary actions.
• Collaborates with ER and LR specialists on complex case management matters.

Skills

Staff supervision

Case management

Labor relations

Negotiation planning

Policy development

Leadership development

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Summary

Leads team to support achievement of goals, priorities, and objectives for Employee & Labor Relations. Manages assignments for specialists, general union and negotiation schedules, and ongoing case management matters.

Essential Functions

• Trains and oversees the work of assigned staff to support Employee & Labor Relations initiatives and programs.
• Supervises assigned staff, including hiring, facilitating constructive performance reviews, distributing and reviewing work, and documenting disciplinary actions and other human resource administration. Manages work schedules and approves timecards. Provides professional development opportunities.
• Consults with Employee Relations (ER) and Labor Relations (LR) Specialists on high-level or complex case management matters.
• Collects and prepares for leadership an ongoing catalogue of case management matters that require escalation, further investigation and/or collaboration.
• Manages individual areas of responsibility assignments for ER and LR Specialists; delegates case management opportunities to specialists as needed.
• Manages general union and labor negotiation schedule, including delegation of planning and management to ER/LR specialists per session as needed.
• Evaluates and researches professional trends and issues in specialty areas relevant to Employee & Labor Relations. Identifies and recommends new policy or program initiatives in specialty areas designed to enhance delivery and quality of service.

Physical Effort

Little physical effort required. Duties are primarily sedentary. May be required to move objects up to 25 pounds occasionally.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category Full-time regular

Job Classification Staff.Manager - Employee & Labor Relations

Job Family Human Resources

Job Sub-Family Employee & Labor Relations

Campus Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required 3

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Additional details about Required Licensure/Certification Preferred Certifications: SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP, SPHR, PHR, Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), or comparable professional certification preferred.Additional certification, training, or demonstrated expertise in labor relations, collective bargaining, workplace investigations, conflict resolution, mediation, employee relations, organizational development, or project management is highly desirable.

Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Work Arrangement Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

Hiring Range $80,000-$90,000 based on qualifications

Relocation Offered No

Visa Sponsorship Provided No

Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances Not Applicable

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.