Labor Relations Leader, K-12 District

Akron Public Schools; Akron, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Public Schools is seeking a Labor Relations Manager to oversee employee relations functions, labor relations, and compliance with labor laws to support positive relationships across the district. The role includes collective bargaining, contract administration and interpretation, grievance resolution, Civil Service rules, employee investigations, and discipline-related hearings.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in HR, labor relations, or related field, and 5–7 years of progressive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in human resources, labor relations, business administration, or related field.
• 5–7 years of progressive HR experience with a focus on labor relations in a unionized environment preferred.
• Proficiency in employment laws, regulations, Civil Service guidelines, SERB rules and procedures, best practices, etc. preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise leadership on contract language, implications, and risk.
• Oversee the grievance process through all steps according to procedures and timelines.
• Coordinate district responses, position statements, and evidence/documentation gathering.
• Acts as Title IX Coordinator as directed.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and district policies.

Skills

Strong communication

Budget management

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / labor relations / business

Job description

Akron Public Schools is seeking a Labor Relations Manager to oversee employee relations functions, labor relations, and compliance with labor laws to support positive relationships across the district. The role includes collective bargaining, contract administration and interpretation, grievance resolution, Civil Service rules, employee investigations, and discipline-related hearings.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in HR, labor relations, or related field, and 5–7 years of progressive