What are the responsibilities and job description for the Labor Relations Specialist position at EOS Energy Storage?
About Eos Energy Enterprises
Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. is accelerating the shift to American energy independence with positively ingenious solutions that transform how the world stores power. Our breakthrough Znyth™ aqueous zinc battery was designed to overcome the limitations of conventional lithium-ion technology. It is safe, scalable, efficient, sustainable, manufactured in the U.S., and the core of our innovative systems that today provides utility, industrial, and commercial customers with a proven, reliable energy storage alternative for 3 to 12-hour applications. Eos was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Edison, New Jersey. For more information about Eos (NASDAQ: EOSE), visit
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Overall Summary:
We are seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Labor Relations Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing relationships between the organization and its employees, ensuring compliance with labor laws, and facilitating negotiations between management and employee representatives. You will provide guidance on labor policies, handle grievance procedures, and work to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement labor relations policies and strategies to support organizational goals.
- Serve as a liaison between management and employees to address labor-related issues and disputes.
- Assist in negotiating and administering collective bargaining agreements (CBAs).
- Investigate and resolve employee grievances, disciplinary actions, and workplace disputes, partnering with Human Resources Business Partners, Legal and leadership when appropriate.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, including the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.
- Provide guidance to management on labor law, contract interpretation, and workplace policies.
- Conduct training for HR teams and leadership on labor relations best practices. Partner directly with Learning team leadership to develop ongoing training.
- Collaborate with union representatives and legal counsel when necessary.
- Maintain accurate records of labor relations activities, grievance outcomes, and negotiation proceedings.
- Analyze labor market trends and legal developments to make recommendations for company policies and procedures.
- Educate employees and leadership on labor law, contract interpretation, grievance handling, and workplace policies.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, labor relations, business administration, or related discipline required. Master’s or above degree(s) preferred.
- Five (5 ) or more years of experience in labor relations within a bargaining unit environment required.
Skills/Abilities:
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, conflict-resolution, and relationship-building skills
- Strong understanding of labor laws, collective bargaining, and dispute resolution processes.
- Ability to analyze complex labor issues and provide strategic solutions.
- Strong organizational skills
- Strategic thinker with the ability to navigate complex political landscapes
- High level of integrity and ethical standards
- Proactive and results-oriented with keen attention to detail
- Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders
Working Conditions:
- This position requires occasional travel for labor negotiations, meetings, or training. The work environment includes a combination of office settings and interactions with employees in various work locations.
- Office Environment – must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time and occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. Required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figure; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. May be required to exert up to 25 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Location: On-site in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with limited travel as needed.
