Senior Human Resources Analyst - Labor Relations

Housing-Authority-City-of-Los-Angele; Veterans Administration (CA); On-site; USD 108,097 - 133,660; Full time

Job summary

The Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles is seeking a Senior Human Resources Analyst - Labor Relations. This at-will role reports to the Director of Labor & Employee Relations and focuses on developing and managing labor relations programs, serving on the management bargaining team, and coordinating with bargaining units to support negotiations.

The incumbent will analyze contracts, advise on interpretation, track labor law changes, and prepare executive reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and five years of public sector HR experience including labor relations.
• Experience participating in collective bargaining and labor negotiations.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, implementing and managing HACLA’s labor relations programs.
• Serve on the management bargaining team and liaise with bargaining units during negotiations.
• Provide guidance on contract interpretation and compliance to managers and HR staff.
• Support research and data analyses to inform bargaining strategies and proposals.
• Prepare executive-level reports and communications on labor relations matters.

Skills

Labor relations

Negotiations

Contract interpretation

Data analysis

Policy knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration or related field

Job description

Special Note:

The posted salary is an estimate of the potential annual pay. Final offer will be dependent on qualifications and experience.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Scale:

Candidates can expect to be hired within the 8-step salary range of $108,097.60 - $133,660.80.

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED

The Senior Human Resources Analyst - Labor Relations is an at-will position reporting to and receiving general direction from the Director of Labor & Employee Relations or their designee. The incumbent is primarily responsible for assisting and supporting with the development, implementation and management of labor relations programs, serving as a member of the management bargaining team and as a liaison between management and bargaining units, supporting collective bargaining negotiations, providing guidance on contract interpretation and compliance, and promoting effective labor-management communication and collaboration. The work is performed with considerable independence and in accordance with policy guidelines established by the Director of Labor and Employee Relations.

• Serves as a subject matter resource in labor relations, providing guidance to management regarding applicable labor relations commitments, procedures, processes, and issues, including collective bargaining agreements and memorandums of understanding (“MOU”) and personnel policies, labor relations procedures, and contract administration.
• Plans, organizes, and administers labor relations programs and services in accordance with HACLA policies, procedures, best practices, and industry standards; while supporting HACLA’s commitments and responsibilities to the agency’s bargaining units.
• Serves as a member of the management bargaining team, and as a liaison with bargaining units, and supports collective bargaining negotiations through research and assistance with negotiating MOUs, letters of agreement, and other related matters pertaining to wages, hours, and other working conditions.
• Designs, coordinates, and conducts research activities and analyses to support preparation for negotiations, labor relations initiatives, and bargaining strategies.
• Provides guidance that is based on established human resource and labor relations policy, practice, and case law precedent regarding contract administration and interpretation, and other collective bargaining and human resource related issues to support and inform managers and human resources staff.
• Reviews and evaluates union or contract proposals and assesses effect on agency and operations; makes recommendations and assists in developing management proposals.
• Collects, analyzes, and interprets labor relations data and trends to support management decision-making and bargaining strategy.
• Collaborates with legal counsel, management, union representatives, and other stakeholders to resolve complex labor relations matters, and ensure consistent application of labor agreements and personnel policies.
• Prepares executive-level reports, correspondence, and presentations on labor relation matters for Senior Staff and Department Heads.
• Monitors changes in labor and employment laws, regulations, and case law, and recommends policy or procedural updates as appropriate.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or directed.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of labor relations, including contract and policy interpretation and administration techniques and administrative principles.
• Federal, state, and local laws and best practices governing labor relations and negotiations, processes and procedures in a public employment setting.
• Research methods and data analysis techniques.

Ability to:

• Understand, interpret, and apply general and specific administrative and departmental policies and procedures and applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
• Understand, interpret, and apply labor agreements and collaborate with leadership and unions.
• Identify problems, review related information, develop, and evaluate options and implement solutions arising from a variety of problems of variable scope and complexity.
• Research, collect, and analyze applicable data.
• Maintain accurate and timely records.
• Exercise sound judgement, discretion, and professionalism in handling and maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information and data.

Skills in:

• Effective communication, both orally and in writing, and in presentation.
• Critical thinking and problem resolution.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to influence and guide others.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, business administration, human resources management, social behavioral science, or other related field -AND- five (5) years of increasingly responsible human resources experience in the public sector, including significant experience addressing and handling labor relation matters in a unionized environment and participation in collective bargaining and labor negotiations -OR- any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements:

Must possess a valid California Class "C" Driver's License.

All job offers are contingent upon providing a successful completion of a pre-employment evaluation, which includes: a post-offer medical examination (includes drug and alcohol screening), criminal records check, employment history and education verification, and documentation of the right to work in the United States.

Candidates will start at step one (1) of an eight (8) step salary range unless there are special exceptions in accordance with agency Personnel Rules.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Pursuant to the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles' Conflict of Interest Policy, new and existing employees are required to refrain from participating in activities, employment or enterprises, which are in conflict with public interest and/or with his or her duties as an employee of the Authority. A copy of the Conflict of Interest Policy may be obtained by visiting our website at: http://www.hacla.org/Portals/0/Attachments/Others/ConflictofInterestPolicy.pdf

NOTE:

The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.