Labor Relations Specialist — Union & Compliance

Cayuga Health System; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Arnot Health in Ithaca, NY, seeks a Labor Relations Specialist to manage day-to-day labor relations, support union activity, and ensure compliance with CBAs and relevant laws. You will work under the HR Site Executive to promote fair, consistent practices and reduce risk across campuses.

The role involves preparing negotiation materials, coaching leaders on contract interpretation, tracking grievances, and supporting investigations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, labor relations, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in HR, labor relations, or employee relations.
• Experience in a unionized or highly regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of labor regulations and workforce practices.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary resource for labor relations issues and advise leaders on contract interpretation.
• Support lawful employer practices during union campaigns, organizing activity, and elections.
• Prepare materials and analysis for collective bargaining and contract administration.
• Maintain contract summaries and negotiation history.
• Track grievances and support investigations related to workplace issues.
• Coach leaders on labor relations fundamentals and dispute resolution.
• Monitor compliance with federal and state labor laws and identify risks.
• Maintain labor relations data and dashboards for decision-making.

Skills

Labor relations knowledge

Union activity experience

Regulatory compliance focus

Communication and advisory skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, labor relations, or related field

Job description

Arnot Health in Ithaca, NY, seeks a Labor Relations Specialist to manage day-to-day labor relations, support union activity, and ensure compliance with CBAs and relevant laws. You will work under the HR Site Executive to promote fair, consistent practices and reduce risk across campuses.

The role involves preparing negotiation materials, coaching leaders on contract interpretation, tracking grievances, and supporting investigations.