Employee and Labor Relations Administrator

Southeast Delco School District

Employee and Labor Relations Administrator

Educational Service Center

JOB SUMMARY:

The Employee and Labor Relations Administrator is responsible for the development and administration of the employee relations program, and employee advocacy. This position interfaces with employees, management and union representatives. This position is responsible for labor relations and human resources matters, gathering, collecting, and maintaining documents and records required for contract and policy development, investigations, and negotiations.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Southeast Delco School District will adhere to all applicable laws and regulations in assessing an employee's ability to carry out or otherwise meet the job requirements set forth herein in a satisfactory manner.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Researches and explains laws and legal affairs concerning employment to managers, supervisors, and employees.
• Advises and trains managers and supervisors in best employee relations practices and strategies for managing supervisor problems and employee grievances.
• Represents organization in contract negotiations, meetings, and negotiations with employee and labor organizations.
• Collaborates with leadership on matters of policy and terms of memoranda of understanding before and throughout negotiation process.
• Participates in negotiation with employee and labor groups.
• Handles routine labor relations and human resource inquiries related to policies, procedures, and bargaining agreements; refers complex matters to the Director of Human Resources.
• Serves as the initial contact and liaison for intake and assessment of employee complaints.
• Conducts initial interviews and gathers information for employee relations matters such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other concerns; informs the Director of Human Resources when additional investigation is required.
• Assists with recordkeeping related to hiring, termination, leave, transfer, and promotion particularly as related to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), affirmative action, and diversity initiatives.
• Collects information and data to assess cost and policy implications of negotiations and disputes.
• Conducts surveys, interviews, and other research related to human resource policies, compensation, and other labor negotiations; collects information and reports results to the Director of Human Resources.
• Maintains knowledge and understanding of laws and regulations related to EEO, affirmative action, collective bargaining, unions, labor relations, and human resources.
• Assists the Director of Human Resources with preparation of plans, policies, documents, and reports including EEO-1, affirmative action plans, organizational charts, labor agreements, and employee handbooks.
• Assists the Director of Human Resources with preparation of documents and records required for contract negotiations, meetings, and negotiations with employee and labor organizations.
• Provides guidance on the organizations training requirements and responsibilities including required compensation and accommodations under federal and state employment laws including Title VII, the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Occupational Safety and Health Act, and other employment, health, or safety statutes and programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Law degree in employee relations, Contracts, law, human resources, Labor Relations, or related field required.
• At least ten (8) years required with experience in employee relations required.
• 8 years in employee relations experience required.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, counseling, and negotiation skills.
• Thorough understanding of recruiting methods and best practices, as well as applicable policies and federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Expert knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action requirements.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

SCHEDULE:

This is a 12-month position and under the Act 93 Management Agreement.

Disclaimer:

The preceding list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principle functions of this job, the scope of responsibility, and the level of knowledge and skills typically required, but should not be considered an inclusive listing of work requirements, skills or duties so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.

All employment open positions are made available on a nondiscriminatory basis without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, age, disability, or veteran status.

Job descriptions are written as a representative list of the ADA essential duties performed by the entire classification. They cannot include and are not intended to include, every possible activity and task performed by every specific employee.

The Southeast Delco School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Employee/Labor Relations: 8 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Law Degree (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $120,000