Strategic Labor Relations Leader

JetBlue; New York (NY); On-site; USD 103,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

JetBlue is seeking a Manager, Labor Relations who reports to the Director Labor Relations and leads union-related processes including grievances, mediation/arbitration, and negotiations with leadership, Legal and Crew Relations. The role maintains positive relations with unionized work groups and ensures policy compliance.

The position requires coordinating with operational leaders, acting as first chair in negotiations, mentoring direct reports, and developing LR training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required or demonstrated capability with relevant experience (4 years minimum)
• Five years of labor relations experience, including drafting/negotiating CBAs
• Three years of leadership experience; ability to present to senior leadership
• Strong data compilation and decision-making skills; effective communication across levels
• Familiarity with Railway-Labor Act and labor relations laws and best practices
• Knowledge of other airlines' labor issues and CBAs; ADR experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Point-person for labor issues related to Flight Ops/Dispatch and CBAs
• Liaise at LR-related meetings and coordinate with Legal, Crew Relations
• Oversee grievance/mediation/arbitration processes and strategy
• Support negotiations as first chair and manage LR projects to resolution
• Provide LR training and assist with policy development
• Counsel operational leaders and mentor LR team members
• Commitment to JetBlue's safety and culture values

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Negotiation

Data analysis

Influence at all levels

ADR experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field

Bachelor’s degree in legal, labor or HR studies

High School Diploma/GED with 4 years relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

JetBlue is seeking a Manager, Labor Relations who reports to the Director Labor Relations and leads union-related processes including grievances, mediation/arbitration, and negotiations with leadership, Legal and Crew Relations. The role maintains positive relations with unionized work groups and ensures policy compliance.

The position requires coordinating with operational leaders, acting as first chair in negotiations, mentoring direct reports, and developing LR training.