Labor Relations Director

Merakey; Whitemarsh Township (PA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading non-profit organization, Merakey, as a Labor Relations Director. You will oversee labor relations functions, ensure compliance with labor laws, and cultivate union relationships while managing a dedicated team. This role offers the opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and dynamic environment, focusing on fairness and legal compliance.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plan options

DailyPay access

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• 10 years of Labor Relations experience required.
• SHRM certificate and Certified Labor Relations Professional preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local labor laws and ability to interpret changes.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all aspects of the labor relations function.
• Develops labor relations strategies aligned with business goals.
• Negotiates collective bargaining agreements.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Labor Law Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Human Services, Labor, Law, or related field

Master's in Labor Relations

Job description

Description

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking afull-time Labor Relations Directorto join our team.

Remote Position: available for candidates residing inPennsylvania

Position details:

The Labor Relations Director oversees all aspects of labor relations function and the labor relations team. This position ensures compliance with labor laws and collective bargaining agreements, cultivates and manages union relations, collaborates with internal stakeholders to understand the organization and build strategy, and negotiates collective bargaining agreements for all Merakey legal entities and divisions. This role requires strong leadership, negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of labor laws and employment regulations.

TheLabor Relations Directorwill:

• Develop and implement labor relations strategies aligned with business goals; ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws; monitor regulatory changes and industry trends to mitigate risks.

• Serve as lead liaison with union representatives; lead collective bargaining efforts; oversee grievance and dispute resolution processes.

• Advise HR and leadership on complex labor matters, contract interpretation, and risk mitigation; support the development of fair, legally sound workplace policies and a positive employee culture.

• Provide training to managers and employees on labor law compliance, conflict resolution, and contract administration; mentor Labor Specialists to support organizational goals effectively.

• Leverage workforce data and labor trends to identify areas for improvement, inform policy decisions, and shape proactive labor initiatives.

• Lead union strategy and workforce planning; provide executive-level guidance on labor issues; manage and develop a team of Labor Specialists to ensure coordinated and consistent execution of labor strategy.

• Maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

Benefits

Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey.

Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Human Services, Labor, Law, or related field required
• Master's in Labor Relations Preferred
• A minimum of 10 years in Labor Relations experience.
• SHRM certificate preferred. Certified Labor Relations Professional preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of labor law at the federal level, with the ability to interpret updates and changes at the federal, state, and local levels.