Hybrid Full-Time Labor Relations Specialist

The University of Massachusetts Amherst; Amherst, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking a Labor Relations Specialist to serve as a dedicated HR partner for the Labor Relations function at Amherst. This hybrid, full-time role supports collective bargaining administration, labor processes, and stakeholder communication within a unionized higher education setting.

The position involves coordinating grievances, advising on contract provisions, and partnering with HRBPs and campus teams to ensure policy alignment and compliant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2+ years of professional HR experience, preferably with exposure to labor relations or unionized workforces.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, matrixed HR environment.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Support the Labor Relations function as a liaison with HRBP teams.
• Assist with interpreting and applying collective bargaining agreements and labor policies.
• Provide labor relations guidance to HR colleagues and campus partners.
• Coordinate grievance and labor case documentation, hearings, and timelines.
• Assist with contract administration, bargaining prep, and data gathering.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking a Labor Relations Specialist to serve as a dedicated HR partner for the Labor Relations function at Amherst. This hybrid, full-time role supports collective bargaining administration, labor processes, and stakeholder communication within a unionized higher education setting.

The position involves coordinating grievances, advising on contract provisions, and partnering with HRBPs and campus teams to ensure policy alignment and compliant