Strategic Labor Relations Manager - Union Expert

China Reform Holdings Corporation; Laconia (NH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Concord Hospital is seeking a Labor Relations Manager to lead the hospital's labor relations program, including collective bargaining, contract administration, and guidance to management. You will coordinate with employee representatives and HR staff to uphold policies and drive constructive relations.

The role requires substantial union experience, a bachelor's degree in a related field, and several years of supervisory labor relations work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Human Resources or related field; relevant experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis.
• Five years progressively responsible, professional experience in collective bargaining and labor relations activities, including two years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Administers and manages the administration of labor contracts; provides interpretation of labor contracts to managers, employees and HR staff; oversees processes for review and resolution of employee grievances.
• Advises managers and employees on sensitive labor relations matters, including grievance and arbitration procedures, performance issues and disciplinary actions; advises and assists managers in identifying labor relations issues and determining appropriate course of action.
• Serves as a member of the Hospital’s negotiation team in contract negotiations with recognized employee organizations; conducts research to support negotiations and employee relations; negotiates contracts consistent with the Hospital’s mission, values and goals.
• Provides contract interpretation to management and staff for investigation and advice on a full range of employee relation matters including informal and formal grievances, development of performance management plans, disciplinary issues, employee assistance referrals, and reduction in force issues.
• Facilitates on-going communication and working relationships with employee representative organizations.
• Provides information, advice and assistance to HR department managers and staff regarding statutes, regulations, contracts and employee relations practices.
• Acts as a member of the HR department and participates in HR support activities; develops policies concerning employee relations and personnel practices.
• Manages the process to investigate and respond to complaints from the National Labor Relations Board.
• May represent the Hospital in arbitrations and Employment Relations Board hearings related to unfair labor practice complaints.
• Participates in development and delivery of management training programs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Labor relations

Collective bargaining

Employment law

HR theory

Supervisory skills

Policy administration

Negotiation

Mediation

Written communications

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

5 years labor relations experience

Job description

Concord Hospital is seeking a Labor Relations Manager to lead the hospital's labor relations program, including collective bargaining, contract administration, and guidance to management. You will coordinate with employee representatives and HR staff to uphold policies and drive constructive relations.

The role requires substantial union experience, a bachelor's degree in a related field, and several years of supervisory labor relations work.