Public Service Administrator, Option 1 - Labor Relations Officer

State of Illinois; Illinois; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Gaming Board is seeking a Labor Relations Officer to join its HR Division in Illinois. You will manage labor relations activities including grievance hearings, disciplinary measures, and policy interpretations, guiding management and staff on labor matters.

Responsibilities include conducting third-level grievance hearings and serving as the department's representative on labor relations issues, requiring strong interpersonal skills and conflict resolution abilities to collaborate

Qualifications

• Four years of college coursework, preferably in business or public administration.
• Three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in labor relations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to pass Illinois Gaming Board background investigation and maintain valid Illinois driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Manage labor relations activities including grievance hearings, discipline measures, and policy interpretations.
• Provide technical assistance to management and staff on labor matters.
• Conduct third-level grievance hearings.
• Serve as the department's representative on labor relations issues.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Four years of college coursework in business or public administration

Job description

The Illinois Gaming Board seeks a Labor Relations Officer to work in its HR Division, managing labor relations activities including grievance hearings, discipline measures, and policy interpretations. The role involves providing technical assistance to management and staff on labor matters, conducting third-level grievance hearings, and serving as the department's representative on labor relations issues. The position requires strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Key qualifications:

• Four years of college coursework, preferably in business or public administration
• Three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in labor relations in a public or private organization
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong conflict resolution skills
• Ability to pass Illinois Gaming Board background investigation and maintain valid Illinois driver's license