Public Sector Labor Relations Specialist

City of Cleveland; Ohio; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Cleveland is seeking a Labor Relations Officer to manage labor relations activities within the department, including interpreting contracts, representing the city at grievance hearings, and monitoring contract administration.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and at least two years of labor relations experience; familiarity with the grievance process is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Administration, or related field.
• Two years of full-time paid experience in labor relations (contract administration) required.
• Familiarity with the grievance process.
• Public sector/labor relations experience preferred.
• Valid State of Ohio driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the resolution of labor problems and issues.
• Provide contract interpretations as needed.
• Serve as departmental representative at grievance hearings/meetings.
• Assist with labor contract negotiations.
• Monitor administration of labor contracts for consistency and compliance.
• Assist with policy development and training.
• Assist with EEO complaints and investigations and disciplinary conferences.
• Identify revisions of policy, strategy, and training based on investigations.
• Prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Perform other duties as required by the Senior Labor Relations Officer.

Skills

Public sector experience

Bilingual Spanish

Excellent communication

Microsoft Office Suite

Case management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or HR

Two years of labor relations experience

Valid Ohio driver's license preferred

Tools

SharePoint

MS Office

Job description

The City of Cleveland is seeking a Labor Relations Officer to manage labor relations activities within the department, including interpreting contracts, representing the city at grievance hearings, and monitoring contract administration.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and at least two years of labor relations experience; familiarity with the grievance process is essential.