Labor Relations Leader: Disputes, Policy & Training

Harris County; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County seeks a Labor Relations Liaison Manager to serve as the primary coordinator for labor and employee relations within the Human Resources and Talent department. The role focuses on grievance administration, employee representation, dispute resolution, and managing the Consultation Agent program under the Harris County Consultation Framework.

The manager guides staff, leadership, and approved agents on policies, coordinates investigations, and supports compliance across offices with

Qualifications

• Experience in labor and employee relations and policies.
• Ability to interpret and apply personnel rules and regulations.
• Strong judgment for handling investigations and disputes.

Responsibilities

• Labor and Employee Relations leadership and guidance.
• Coordinate investigations and manage grievance processes.
• Facilitate dispute resolution and mediation when needed.
• Administer the Consultation Agent program and training.
• Interpret policies and ensure procedural compliance.
• Develop training resources on grievance and representation.
• Track records and analyze program effectiveness for improvements.

Skills

Labor relations

Employee representation

Grievance administration

Dispute resolution

Policy interpretation

Procedural compliance

Professionalism

Job description

Harris County seeks a Labor Relations Liaison Manager to serve as the primary coordinator for labor and employee relations within the Human Resources and Talent department. The role focuses on grievance administration, employee representation, dispute resolution, and managing the Consultation Agent program under the Harris County Consultation Framework.

The manager guides staff, leadership, and approved agents on policies, coordinates investigations, and supports compliance across offices with