Labor & Employee Relations Representative

Jobot Consulting; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 68,880 - 96,432; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Medical Benefits

Retirement Benefits

Time Off

Well-being Programs

Professional Development

Job summary

Jobot Consulting is seeking a Labor & Employee Relations Representative for a 6+ month contract in San Francisco, California. In this crucial role within the Healthcare industry, you will establish and maintain effective labor-management relations, ensure adherence to agreements, and address grievances.

This position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to manage difficult or volatile situations with professionalism.
• Demonstrated ability to represent organizational interests in labor relations.

Responsibilities

• Lead local negotiations and conduct supervisory training.
• Promote proactive management practices to reduce grievances.
• Respond to union inquiries regarding contract-related issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Labor/employment law knowledge

Negotiation skills

Bargaining strategies

Situational management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Labor & Employee Relations Representative – 6+ Month contract

Salary: $50 - $70 per hour

Job Details

As a Consulting Labor & Employee Relations Representative in the Healthcare industry, you will be playing a crucial role in establishing and maintaining effective labor‑management relations. This involves ensuring adherence to collective bargaining agreements, participating in negotiations, addressing grievances, and responding to labor‑related inquiries from a defined group of union‑represented employees. You will be part of the Labor and Employee Relations (LER) Unit, providing consultation and guidance to managers, supervisors, and employees on labor and employee relations matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead local negotiations and conduct supervisory training.
• Represent management interests while safeguarding employee rights.
• Promote proactive management practices to reduce grievances, unfair labor practice charges, discrimination claims, and employment‑related litigation.
• Review and advise on business plans involving layoffs; ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements.
• Assist managers with performance concerns, including developing performance improvement plans.
• Respond to union inquiries regarding contract‑related issues such as salary increases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and a minimum of four years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to conduct research, analyze issues, and develop recommendations.
• Knowledge of labor/employment law and labor negotiation principles and techniques.
• Ability to apply effective bargaining strategies to achieve successful outcomes.
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal employment laws and court decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively represent organizational interests in labor relations matters.
• Ability to manage difficult or volatile situations with professionalism and sound judgment.
• Specialized knowledge within the labor relations field, as required by the position.
• Thorough knowledge of organizational policies and procedures is preferred.
• In‑depth knowledge of advocacy principles for representing the organization in dispute forums is preferred.
• Experience in the public sector or higher education environment is preferred.
• Must be able to work in environments requiring discretion, confidentiality, and sound judgment.
• May require flexible or irregular work hours depending on operational needs.
• Must successfully pass any required background checks.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Health and Medical Benefits: Comprehensive health plan options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as flexible spending accounts to offset medical costs.
• Retirement Benefits: Retirement plans to help you secure your financial future.
• Time Off: Paid and unpaid time off for vacation, personal health, and family care.
• Well‑being Programs: Resources to support your physical, mental, and spiritual health.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development through various training programs and resources.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.