Strategic Director, Labor Relations & Policy

Maryland; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) in Maryland seeks a Director of Labor Relations to lead union coordination, negotiations, and policy development across DOC and DPDS. The role guides management in contract interpretation, resolves complex grievances, and represents DPSCS in arbitration while coordinating with the Attorney General’s office and senior leaders.

Travel is required across Maryland to conduct field staff training and joint labor-management meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Five (5) years of professional experience in human resources management, labor relations, or employment law, with three (3) years of supervisory or executive level experience directing labor relations programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead union coordination, negotiation, and resolution for AFSCME and SLEOLA matters.
• Advise on contract interpretation and dispute resolution.
• Develop and maintain policies and strategies for labor relations across DOC/DPDS.
• Represent the department in arbitration and labor-management proceedings.

Skills

Labor relations

Policy negotiation

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Word

Excel

Google Workspace

Job description

The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) in Maryland seeks a Director of Labor Relations to lead union coordination, negotiations, and policy development across DOC and DPDS. The role guides management in contract interpretation, resolves complex grievances, and represents DPSCS in arbitration while coordinating with the Attorney General’s office and senior leaders.

Travel is required across Maryland to conduct field staff training and joint labor-management meetings.