Labor Relations Officer 3 (PN 20014508)

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Ohio's Ohio Department of Health is seeking a Labor Relations Officer 3 to coordinate and monitor all aspects of labor relations. You will advise management on contract interpretation and help plan the agency's labor relations strategy.

Responsibilities include investigating discipline requests, preparing reports, delivering trainings on labor relations topics, and assisting as the agency's EEO officer under supervision. This exempt hourly role offers growth and state benefits.

Qualifications

• 3 yrs. exp. in collective bargaining, with contract administration or grievances.
• Undergraduate core program in HR management with labor relations experience.
• OCB Academy substitution for relevant experience as allowed.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor all aspects of labor relations.
• Advise management on contract interpretation and policy.
• Plan labor relations strategy with agency leadership.
• Investigate discipline requests and prepare reports.
• Prepare and present group trainings on labor relations topics.
• Serve as agency’s primary EEO officer under LRA guidance.

Skills

Labor Relations

Conflict Management

Active Learning

Coaching

Developing Others

Education

Undergraduate core program in human resources management

OCB Academy substitution for 6 months experience

Labor relations/collective bargaining experience

Job description

All job postings will expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the application deadline.

Organization: Health

Work Location:

246 North High Street, 1st Floor

Columbus, Ohio, 43215

United States

Compensation: $40.40

Schedule: Permanent - Full Time

Work Hours: M-F; 8:00am - 5:00pm

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: Exempt from union

Primary Job Skill: Labor Relations

Who We Are

Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well‑being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.

What You’ll Do

The Ohio Department of Health's Office of Human Resources is seeking a Labor Relations Officer 3 to coordinate and monitor all aspects of labor relations. This position will:

• provide advice to all levels of management on labor relations matters and contract interpretation
• assist the Labor Relations Administrator (LRA) in planning the labor relations strategy for the agency
• identify and analyze crucial labor issues and trends by consulting with LRA and chief of Human Resources, executive staff, and agency supervisors
• investigate requests for discipline and prepares investigatory reports
• prepare and present group trainings on labor relations topics (e.g., contract administration, disciplinary action) to managers and supervisors
• under the direction of the LRA, serves as agency’s primary Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) officer to ensure compliance with EEO and affirmative action programs in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations (e.g., Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title 6 & 7, Governor’s Executive Order 2019-D, Federal Executive Order 11246, Administrative Rules 123:1-49-01 through 06)
• prepare and maintain correspondence and administrative reports and records (e.g., grievance files & records, discipline file until decision made; case files for administrative hearings (e.g., mediation, arbitration))

Additional Information

Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm (Flexible Schedule). This is an exempt hourly position, with a pay range of # on the E1 Exempt Pay Range Schedule.

Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 14, Step 1 of the exempt Pay Range Schedule ($40.40 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($42.70) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

Why Work for the State of Ohio:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full‑time and part‑time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS & Optional Deferred Compensation Ohio Deferred Compensation

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

3 yrs. exp. in collective bargaining, which included contract administration & management representation with regard to grievances &/or negotiated agreements (successful completion of the OCB Academy may be substituted for 6 mos. of required collective bargaining experience referenced in this portion of the minimum qualifications applicants who completed OCB Academy prior to 1/1/2018 may substitute 12 mos. exp.).

OR

completion of undergraduate core program in human resources management 12 mos. labor relations/collective bargaining experience which included contract administration & management representation with regard to grievances &/or negotiated agreements (successful completion of the OCB Academy may be substituted for the 6 mos. labor relations/collective bargaining experience referenced in this portion of the minimum qualifications applicants who completed OCB Academy prior to 1/1/2018 may substitute 12 mos. exp.).

OR

24 mos. exp. as Labor Relations Officer 1, 63471.

OR

12 mos. exp. as Labor Relations Officer 2, 63472.

OR

equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Labor Relations

Technical Skills: Human Resources

Professional Skills: Conflict Management, Active Learning, Coaching, Developing Others

Background Check Information

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Educational Transcript Requirements

Official educational transcripts are required for all post‑secondary education claimed on the application before a formal job offer can be made. Transcripts must be provided within five (5) working days of the request; failure to provide them will cause elimination from further consideration. Transcripts must be originals sent directly from the institution featuring an institutional watermark, ink stamp, or embossed stamp. Web printouts will not be accepted.ODH reserves the right to evaluate the credibility of any degree or educational institution.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug‑free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non‑medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug‑Free Workplace Policy (HR‑39), and as outlined in the posting.