Labor Relations Manager

Avista; Spokane (WA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable healthcare options

Retirement benefits with an enhanced 4

Incentive programs

Competitive paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Wellness resources

Education and development support

Community giving programs

Legal insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Avista is seeking a Labor Relations professional to support the Director of Labor Relations in directing and overseeing labor programs, policies and procedures. You will help build constructive relationships with unions and employees, interpret collective bargaining agreements, and assist in negotiating resolutions.

Hybrid role in Spokane, WA with on-site expectations and collaboration with outside counsel.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree and five or more years of professional experience with bargaining units.
• Experience directly managing employees and/or managing working teams preferred.
• Professional level human resource certification (e.g. SHRM-CP/PHR or SHRM-SCP/SPHR) or labor relations certification preferred.
• Applies advanced specialized knowledge in single area of expertise, and/or has a broad knowledge of multiple functions and integrates related knowledge and specialties.
• Has a demonstrated competency in building and nurturing relationships and in the application of principles, legislation, regulation, practices, and current trends influencing area(s) of knowledge and expertise.
• Demonstrated ability to produce timely, high-quality work and maintain discretion and confidentiality.
• Other Combinations Of Education And Experience May Be Considered.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Director of Labor Relations in directing and overseeing the Company’s labor relations programs, policies, and procedures.
• Helps establish and maintain constructive relationships with representative unions and communicates to build partnerships with represented and non-represented employees.
• Assists in interpreting applicable collective bargaining agreements and investigating and negotiating resolutions of arbitration or grievance cases.
• Assists management in labor-related matters, leads contract negotiations, and coordinates with outside counsel on labor issues.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Job Description

This position has accountability for supporting the Director of Labor Relations in directing and overseeing the Company’s labor relations programs, policies, and procedures. Helps establish and maintain constructive relationships with representative unions and utilizes clear communication and collaboration to build transparent and authentic partnerships with represented and non-represented employees and their respective agencies. This position is responsible for assisting the Director of Labor Relations in interpreting applicable collective bargaining agreements and investigating and negotiating successful resolutions of arbitration and/or grievance cases, as well as in circumstances where other workplace concerns involving represented employees have been identified. This position is also responsible for assisting all levels of management in labor-related matters, leading contract negotiations, coordinating with outside counsel on labor issues as appropriate, as well as for other activities as assigned by the Director of Labor Relations.

Closes: November 2, 2026

Requirements

• Requires a bachelor’s degree and five or more years of professional experience with bargaining units.
• Experience directly managing employees and/or managing working teams preferred.
• Professional level human resource certification (e.g. SHRM-CP/PHR or SHRM-SCP/SPHR) or labor relations certification preferred.
• Applies advanced specialized knowledge in single area of expertise, and/or has a broad knowledge of multiple functions and integrates related knowledge and specialties.
• Has a demonstrated competency in building and nurturing relationships and in the application of principles, legislation, regulation, practices, and current trends influencing area(s) of knowledge and expertise.
• Demonstrated ability to produce timely, high-quality work and maintain discretion and confidentiality.

Other Combinations Of Education And Experience May Be Considered.

Hiring Range: $100,378 to $131,496

Hybrid work options are available for this role. The successful candidate will be required to work at our [INSERT LOCATION] at least 3 days per week including Mondays and Tuesdays with additional day(s) determined by the manager.

Total Rewards

At Avista, our employees are the foundation of our success. Their dedication drives the value we deliver to our customers and communities. That’s why we prioritize the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our team members and their families.

• Affordable healthcare options including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement benefits with an enhanced 401(k) match
• Incentive programs rewarding performance and contributions
• Competitive paid time off including holidays, personal days, and vacation
• Life and disability insurance for added peace of mind
• Wellness resources supporting mental and physical health
• Education and development support including tuition assistance
• Community giving programs encouraging employee engagement and impact
• Other optional benefits from Legal insurance, Pet insurance, and more (Eligibility subject to Bargaining Unit affiliation)

To learn more, please visit our benefits website at https://avistabenefits.com/.

We are committed to maintaining a competitive and equitable total rewards package that attracts and retains a diverse, skilled, and engaged workforce.

In compliance with state laws, we provide the full salary range for each position, along with the typical hiring range based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. The full salary range for this position is $100,378 to $162,614. Questions regarding compliance with this requirement can be directed to [e-mail].

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug test, background check and motor vehicle records review.

Avista’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Avista is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds, and we are committed to Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, sensory, mental or physical disability (unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification), Veteran status or any other classification protected by nondiscrimination laws.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you require any special accommodations to participate fully in our recruitment process. Avista will make reasonable accommodation to assist a qualified person with a disability in the job application, interview process, and to perform the essential functions of the job whenever possible, where undue hardship would not be created for Avista. Please contact us at [e-mail] if you would like assistance.