Hybrid Labor Relations Specialist Higher Ed

University of Massachusetts Amherst; Amherst (MA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking a Labor Relations Specialist to support the Labor Relations function in a complex, unionized higher education setting. The role advises on bargaining agreements, policies, and case coordination, working closely with HR partners and campus stakeholders.

The position emphasizes coordination, confidential recordkeeping, and collaboration across HR teams, with a hybrid work arrangement and professional HR responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; up to two years HR experience with labor relations exposure preferred.
• Experience interpreting collective bargaining agreements and HR policies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between Labor Relations and HRBP teams to coordinate labor-related issues.
• Assist with interpretation and application of collective bargaining agreements and MOUs.
• Provide labor relations guidance to HR colleagues and campus partners.
• Support contract administration, bargaining prep, and data gathering for labor trends.
• Coordinate grievance intake, documentation, timelines, and hearings.

Skills

Labor relations

Policy interpretation

Communication

Organization

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Workday

HRIS

Job description

University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking a Labor Relations Specialist to support the Labor Relations function in a complex, unionized higher education setting. The role advises on bargaining agreements, policies, and case coordination, working closely with HR partners and campus stakeholders.

The position emphasizes coordination, confidential recordkeeping, and collaboration across HR teams, with a hybrid work arrangement and professional HR responsibilities.