Labor Relations Director/Manager Operations

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Labor Relations, Director/Manager, Operations

The candidate will be responsible for the overall strategic planning and management of the labor and employee relations programs for the Division. Drawing upon their knowledge of labor law, collective bargaining trends, economic and wage data, the Labor Relations Director/Manager interprets and administers employees’ contracts with respect to grievances, wages or salaries, employee welfare, healthcare benefits, union practices, and other stipulations. The position requires hands on experience in union environments, in leading contract negotiations, conflict resolution, positive employee relations and grievance handling. The Labor Relations Director/Manager works closely with Division Management, Human Resources and the Office of University Counsel (OUC) to create labor relations programs, tools and resources to support the creation of alignment, consistency and accountability in the management of labor issues across the Operations Division. Administers and manages labor contracts; provides interpretation of labor contracts to managers and employees; in collaboration with Division management, Human Resources (HR) and the Office of the University Counsel (OUC), oversees processes for review and resolution of employee grievances. In partnership with Division, Human Resources and OUC leadership, serves as a key representative in the University’s bargaining team in contract negotiations with recognized employee organizations. Maintains current knowledge of employee and labor relations trends, legal decisions, and statutory changes; conducts research necessary to support contract negotiations and employee relations. Uses appropriate negotiation strategies to develop bargaining goals and negotiate contracts consistent with the University’s goals. Facilitates on-going communication and working relationships with employee representative organizations including coordination of joint labor-management committees. Develops and recommends to the Division, HR and OUC the policies and procedures concerning employee relations and personnel practices. Partners with OUC to investigate and respond to complaints from the National Labor Relations Board, Department of Labor and other agencies. Will assist OUC in preparing management defense strategies for arbitrations; unfair labor practice complaints and other legal proceedings. Participates in the development and delivery of management training programs designed to advance the people management skills of the University’s management staff and support positive employee relations. Performs other related duties as assigned.

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Ref: 19001442. Send cover letter.

Company info

Tufts University
Bendetson Hall The Green
Medfor
Massachusetts
United States 02155
Website : http://www.tufts.edu