Senior Labor Relations Leader — Public Service (Hybrid/Remote)

Illinois Comptroller; Springfield, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible work schedule

Pension plan

Paid vacation days

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Illinois Comptroller is seeking a Chief Labor Relations Officer to lead the Labor Relations Office within the Department of Healthcare and Family Services. This role demands oversight of labor relations policies, grievance procedures, and arbitration hearings. Ideal candidates should be ethical leaders with proven labor relations experience and strong communication skills.

The position offers a dynamic work environment with the opportunity to impact labor relations management positively.

Qualifications

• Requires understanding of labor relations policies, grievance proceedings, and mediation.
• Exceptional communicator and ethical leader with labor relations experience.
• Must handle high-stress situations while collaborating effectively.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing staff and labor relations policies.
• Developing relationships with agency managers and external partners.
• Providing technical and advisory services to management.

Skills

Labor relations

Communication

Leadership

Conflict navigation

Labor laws knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or public administration

Job description

The Illinois Comptroller is seeking a Chief Labor Relations Officer to lead the Labor Relations Office within the Department of Healthcare and Family Services. This role demands oversight of labor relations policies, grievance procedures, and arbitration hearings. Ideal candidates should be ethical leaders with proven labor relations experience and strong communication skills.

The position offers a dynamic work environment with the opportunity to impact labor relations management positively.