Senior Labor Relations Leader: Negotiations & Arbitration

Bay Area Rapid Transit; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 199,000; Full time

Job summary

Bay Area Rapid Transit in San Francisco seeks a Senior Labor Relations Representative to manage complex labor relations activities, interpret collective bargaining agreements, and guide managers through grievances, investigations, and disciplinary actions. The role requires expert negotiation, strong analytical thinking, and the ability to draft settlement agreements, MOUs, and contract language.

You will work with unions, management, and legal counsel to resolve disputes and advance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial/labor relations or closely related field
• Three years of professional labor relations experience
• Ability to communicate effectively with unions, management and stakeholders
• Strong investigative and documentation skills

Responsibilities

• Interpret and administer labor contracts and agreements.
• Lead investigations and advise managers on procedures.
• Prepare for arbitration and hearings with witnesses and evidence.
• Coordinate with legal counsel and draft settlement documents.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on labor relations processes.
• Maintain records, reports and documentation.

Skills

Labor relations

Negotiation

Investigations

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial/labor relations

Job description

Bay Area Rapid Transit in San Francisco seeks a Senior Labor Relations Representative to manage complex labor relations activities, interpret collective bargaining agreements, and guide managers through grievances, investigations, and disciplinary actions. The role requires expert negotiation, strong analytical thinking, and the ability to draft settlement agreements, MOUs, and contract language.

You will work with unions, management, and legal counsel to resolve disputes and advance