Manager of Labor Relations

We have an outstanding career opportunity for aManager of Labor Relationsto join a leading Company located in theChicago, ILsurrounding area.

Under the general supervision of the Deputy of Labor Relations – Bargaining & Policy, oversees the work of the Bargaining & Policy unit. Supervises the Labor Liaison Officers and provides support for the Senior Labor Liaison Officers. Coordinates and directs the workflow of the Bargaining & Policy Unit to ensure proper distribution of work, and reviews the task list of Labor Officers to ensure that projects and assignments are completed on time. Reviews, manages, and approves Labor Officer assignments and scheduling as necessary to ensure adequate coverage at the various work sites. Works with department and agency leadership to develop and track progress on strategic goals for the Labor Department. Ensures that Labor Officers identify issues to be addressed through collective bargaining and that Labor Officers are properly counseling management in their assigned areas. Advises the Department on best practices for the day-to-day management and direction of the Bargaining and Policy unit. Ensures implementation of Labor Officer standard operating procedures, as well as identifying and suggesting updates to the SOPs in the ordinary course of business. Represents the Department as it plans and executes change management tasks required to accept, adapt, and support new solutions including effective communication and documentation. Serves as a representative on various committees and tasks on behalf of department leadership. Develops and presents internal and external training for Department and County staff. Consults with the Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer – Director of Labor Relations and Deputy Director in matters of the highest confidentiality. Works with the Director of Labor (or designee) in determining negotiation positions, policies, and strategy. Coordinates and attends strategy meetings, and negotiation sessions, and assists in the compilation of County negotiation proposals.

Responsibilities :

Supervises and directs Labor Liaison Officers provides support and acts as a resource for the Senior Labor Liaison Officers and Deputy Director of Bargaining and Policy

Skill in the use of diplomacy and confidentiality while communicating with staff members, department heads, management, employees, and union officials

Reviews and recommends policy changes that affect the Offices Under the President and / or local area Health and Hospital system

Tracks the bargaining files and notes to ensure all confidential bargaining material is maintained in accordance with departmental protocols

Creates and manages project plans, schedules, deliverables, status reports, and performance metrics from concept through completion of the projects

Conducts performance management of assigned staff

Identifies and proposes solutions to existing backlogs and / or barriers to the resolution of collective bargaining issues and / or assigned tasks

Ensures refinement and implementation of internal processes and procedures related to best practices and accountability

Develops recommendations concerning inefficient workflow procedures to rectify any existing or expected problems and concerns

In conjunction with department leadership, formulates, implements, and enforces labor and employee standard operating procedures and internal departmental policy

Monitors and coordinates the timely preparation of Resolutions for the County Board and regional Health and Hospital System Board for approval of wages and contracts

Receives and reviews correspondence from various trade organizations regarding annual trade rate changes including prevailing rate

Directs and coordinates the implementation of trade rate changes with the appropriate County departments

Designs and presents training courses and programs necessary to meet training needs for internal Department staff and external County staff

Works with the Director of Labor Relations and Deputy Director in determining negotiation positions, policies, and strategy

Basic Hiring Criteria :

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree

Minimum three (3) years of experience in Business Administration, Public Administration, Labor Relations, or related field

Minimum two (2) years of experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity

Desired Qualifications :

Juris Doctor or master's degree in business administration, Public Administration, Labor, or Human Resources

Skill in directing and supervising other staff members

Knowledge of County policies, protocols, and technical vernacular used throughout each union labor agreement for the County

Knowledge of all area labor relations functions, principles, techniques, contract terminology, office practices, and procedures

Thorough knowledge of business communication principles and techniques, contract terminology, office practices, and procedures relative to labor relations

Skill in resolving labor / management contractual negotiation disputes

Ability to align strategic and operational needs with training programs and organizational effectiveness efforts

Skill in scrutinizing the text of contractual labor agreements

Skill in the use of the art of diplomacy and confidentiality with attorneys, County employees, and County managerial personnel

Ability to communicate effectively with tact and courtesy and to conduct oneself in a professional manner

Good communication skills : ability to gather information from others and make inquiries; ability to convey information and explain or describe County policy and procedure to others in person or by telephone

Skill in time management relating to situations having competing priorities

Skill in the analysis of data; clear, concise writing; supervising; and managing staff assigned at different times

Strong knowledge of business operations and experience leading teams

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