Director Labor Relations

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Director, Labor Relations
The candidate assists operational management in achieving labor relations environments that are cost effective, cost competitive, consistent with Company policies, procedures, work rules, and free of unnecessary litigation. Negotiates and administers collective bargaining agreements and provides internal consultation and training to operational management. Assists in identifying and implementing strategic labor objectives. Partners with HR and Operations in educating employees on all organized labor issues; review, interpret and make recommendations on company policies and procedures with respect to labor issues; serve as an organizational resource in raising issues that may result in a gap between stated organizational goals and actual practice. Aids in the adherence of the firm Group Labor Relations Policy & Philosophy. Analyzes regional and nationwide bid opportunities and attend proposal meetings with potential clients, as assigned by the VP Labor Relations. Provides support, advice, and counsel, as necessary. Acts as chief spokesperson for multiple labor agreements. Plans, sets objectives, and develops appropriate strategies and tactics with operational management. Strives to achieve cost effective, cost competitive labor agreements. Administers multiple labor agreements. Oversees fact-finding process and provide input when necessary to investigations for site grievances and employee disciplinary issues. Advises operational management on disciplinary and contract interpretation issues. Trains operational management and others to comply with labor agreements and company rules; works actively to avoid unnecessary litigation; recommends resolutions to effectuate the same. Provides employee relations training for supervision/management. Acts as company advocate in mediation, arbitration and other government proceedings. Prepares for and may present Company’s position; prepares briefs and other documents for proceedings. Upholds the integrity of Company’s labor agreements and management actions. Bachelor’s degree is required; Labor Relations, Business, or Human Resources focus is preferred. Advanced degree is preferred (e.g., J.D.). Should have 7+ years of Labor Relations experience in a multi-location environment, where at least 25% of the locations are unionized. Strong 1st Chair experience negotiating collective bargaining agreements is required. Experience conducting effective & objective investigations and recommending the advisability of corrective action is required. Experience in grievance handling and arbitration preparation is required. Experience in food, vending services, and support services is a plus. Spanish skills are preferred.

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