Strategic Manager, Employee & Labor Relations

John Muir Health; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 151,000 - 226,000; Full time

Job summary

John Muir Health in Walnut Creek, California, is seeking a Manager of Employee & Labor Relations to lead the organization’s employee relations and labor relations programs. You will guide policy application, investigations, and labor strategy, partnering with HR, Legal, and senior leadership.

This exempt, full-time role demands strong interpersonal skills, deep knowledge of federal and California labor law, and ability to mentor the HR team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, HR Management, or related field is required.
• 7+ years in labor relations or employment law; healthcare experience preferred.
• SPHR or PHR certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for Employee & Labor Relations programs.
• Lead investigations, performance and conduct matters, and risk mitigation.
• Partner with HRBPs, Legal, Compliance, and executives on labor strategy.
• Mentor HR team and ensure compliance with federal and CA labor law.

Skills

Employee relations

Workplace investigations

Conflict resolution

Leader advisory

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Mentoring

Labor and employment law

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or HR

SPHR/PHR certifications preferred

7+ years labor/employee relations experience

Job description

John Muir Health in Walnut Creek, California, is seeking a Manager of Employee & Labor Relations to lead the organization’s employee relations and labor relations programs. You will guide policy application, investigations, and labor strategy, partnering with HR, Legal, and senior leadership.

This exempt, full-time role demands strong interpersonal skills, deep knowledge of federal and California labor law, and ability to mentor the HR team.