Senior Director, Labor Relations & Negotiations

Metropolitan Transportation Authority; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 204,000 - 228,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Transportation Authority seeks a Deputy Chief Labor Relations Officer (MNR) to lead negotiation and dispute resolution strategies for Metro-North Railroad. The role focuses on controlling labor costs, improving productivity, and maintaining strong labor/management relations across multiple collective bargaining agreements.

The successful candidate will guide executive staff, direct a professional team, and ensure consistent contract administration while coordinating with external

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced study in Law, Business, or Labor Relations desirable.
• Minimum 12 years of related experience, incl. 8+ years in a department head or senior leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement negotiation and dispute resolution strategies for MTA Metro-North Railroad to control labor costs and boost productivity.
• Establish and maintain productive labor/management relationships and oversee employee relations for MNR staff.
• Lead labor policy planning, arbitration and litigation coordination, and strategic labor initiatives.

Skills

Labor relations

Negotiation

Dispute resolution

Leadership

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS)

Advanced study in Law/Business/Labor Relations

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Metropolitan Transportation Authority seeks a Deputy Chief Labor Relations Officer (MNR) to lead negotiation and dispute resolution strategies for Metro-North Railroad. The role focuses on controlling labor costs, improving productivity, and maintaining strong labor/management relations across multiple collective bargaining agreements.

The successful candidate will guide executive staff, direct a professional team, and ensure consistent contract administration while coordinating with external