Strategic Labor Relations Lead (Hybrid)

Oregon Health & Science University; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 121,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

Oregon Health & Science University, based in Portland, seeks a Senior Labor Relations Specialist to shape the union relations program and lead contract negotiations. The role partners with management and unions to maintain compliant, healthy labor relations, resolve disputes, and align HR policies with labor agreements.

You will build engagement, train teams, and manage complex negotiations while supporting a positive workplace culture across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent plus 5+ years in professional labor relations.
• Experience leading contract negotiations and grievance handling.
• Ability to guide a small HR team and drive DEI initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement labor relations strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead and participate in collective bargaining processes and negotiations.
• Investigate grievances and advise on disciplinary actions for consistency with agreements.
• Collaborate with management and union leaders to resolve conflicts and ensure contract compliance.
• Provide training on labor relations topics and policy interpretation.

Skills

Labor relations

Contract negotiations

Grievance handling

Mediation

Workplace conflict resolution

Diversity, equity, inclusion

Verbal and written communication

Change management

Project management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, HR or related field

Job description

Oregon Health & Science University, based in Portland, seeks a Senior Labor Relations Specialist to shape the union relations program and lead contract negotiations. The role partners with management and unions to maintain compliant, healthy labor relations, resolve disputes, and align HR policies with labor agreements.

You will build engagement, train teams, and manage complex negotiations while supporting a positive workplace culture across the organization.