Labor Relations Director jobs in Providence, RI

Labor Relations Director directs and oversees a company's labor relations programs, policies, and procedures. Establishes and maintains satisfactory labor-management relations, interprets the collective bargaining agreements, administers grievance procedures including arbitrations, and assists all levels of management on labor matters. Being a Labor Relations Director requires a bachelor's degree in a related area. Demonstrates expertise in a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Additionally, Labor Relations Director typically reports to top management. The Labor Relations Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Labor Relations Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Executive Director - Labor Relations and Employee Services (FT)
  • Providence Public Schools
  • Providence, RI FULL_TIME
  • Executive Director of Labor Relations and Employee Services

    IF INTERESTED PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY ON OUR SITE AT THIS LINK: https://tinyurl.com/s4sm2hy5

    JOB DESCRIPTION:

    Reporting to the Chief Talent Officer, the Executive Director of Labor Relations and Employee Services oversees two key teams within the department of Human Resources. This position serves as the lead negotiator for the district through analyzing and evaluating labor negotiations proposals and agreements and preparing the district’s negotiation approach. Position oversees a team to support the Chief Talent Officer with day-to-day management of labor relations and employment issues, ensuring District compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. In addition, the position will communicate policy decisions, ensure a high-level of customer service from the team, and set goals and benchmarks with the team. The Executive Director will also communicate regularly and serve as a member of the Human Resources senior leadership team.

    ***Contingent upon funding.***

    EDUCATION TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
    • Bachelor’s degree in Labor Relations, Human Resources Management, Business, or Public Administration or related field.
    DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND CURRICULAR LINKAGES:

    Strategic Support and Leadership:
    • Provide direct oversight and accountability with the Labor Relations and Employee Services teams, including developing and coaching direct reports.
    • Provide guidance and coaching to labor relations and employee services team.
    • Sets clear individual and team performance goals aligned to department and district priorities, and effectively lead team towards meeting these goals.
    • Utilize human capital data to drive decision-making, including the prioritization of support for high-need schools and shortage areas.
    Labor Relations:
    • Assists the Chief Talent Officer with day-to-day management of labor relations and employment issues.
    • Serves as the lead negotiator for the District.
    • Analyzes negotiated contracts and develops interpretation of intent, spirit, and terms of contract to counsel management in development and application of labor relations policies.
    • Prepares, assists and/or conducts various forums relative to employee relations matters including, but not limited to, grievance hearings/arbitrations, mediations, special master hearings, and unfair labor practice hearings.
    • Collaborates with union officials and members to perform various actions related to collective bargaining agreements.
    • Interprets labor contracts for administrative staff.
    • Coordinates and directs professional standards and employee relations programs and functions, ensuring compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.
    • Develops and manages confidential procedures for the receipt, handling, investigation and processing of grievances, complaints and allegations in all terms and conditions of employment.
    • Oversees the investigations into grievances and non-criminal disciplinary cases; provides guidance and recommendations concerning course of action.
    • Provides consultation and advisement to senior administrative staff regarding disciplinary matters and collective bargaining issues.
    • Develops and implements training relative to various workforce management functions and initiatives, e.g., collective bargaining agreement administration, anti-discriminatory practices and procedures, diversity awareness and cultural sensitivity, disciplinary principles and procedures.
    • Represents the District on collective bargaining subcommittees; confers with senior administrative staff and other resource personnel on matters relevant to collective bargaining and professional standards / employee relations issues.
    • Participates and consults in the formulation of policies and procedures to comply with local, state and federal laws and regulatory standards and negotiated agreements.
    Employee Services:
    • Provides overall leadership of a team that is responsible for the day to day oversight of:
      • Substitute Management
      • Leave Management
      • Employee Information Management
      • Customer Service Call Center
    • Develops strategic goals, provides strong leadership and direction to ensure the Employee Services supports the employment lifecycle and division recruitment and retention goals.
    • Research and develop procedures and resource alternatives to improve services and productivity.
    • Establish and manage metrics for the team and measure performance.
    • Serve as a subject matter expert on HC policies and assist team with questions.
    • Conducts customer service delivery assessments, tracks quality data and prepares reports with recommendations for quality and process improvements.
    • Provides oversight and supervises the workflow of the Employee Services team to include managing the day to day operations.
    • Collaborates with multiple departments (i.e. Information Technology, Payroll, Benefits, etc.) and provides subject matter expertise, feedback and customer service reports to staff to ensure continual improvement and growth in all service delivery areas; instills a climate of continuous process improvement and customer focus.
    • Compliance and Employee Information Management: Management and oversight of employee leave policies and procedures, managing and tracking employee attendance, maintaining employee records, coordination of the employee separation process, and supporting confidential employee related processes as needed.
    • Employee Customer Service: Providing responsive and superior customer service via walk-in, email, and phone.
    • Substitute Management: Management off substitute staffing which includes hiring, placement, and separation.
    • Oversees the coordination of all active, terminated and retired employee records; analyzing internal processes and recommends and implements procedural or policy changes to improve operations.
    • Develops, maintains, verifies and evaluates existing records and document management systems.
    • Ensures the records management strategy and practices are based on and compliant with legal requirements, record keeping best practice and Human Resources  business requirements.
    • Keeps management informed on all records management requirements.
    • Provides human capital metrics and analytics for respective functional area to senior leadership and superintendents; cabinet.
    • Maintains the confidentiality of information to which exposed.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.
    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS STANDARDS:
    • Five (5) or more years of successful experience in labor and contract negotiations for a large school system or comparable governmental entity.
    • Two (2) years of experience in a position requiring investigation of employee relations issues.
    • Extensive knowledge of labor and employment laws and regulations. SHRM-certified professional (PHR) or Senior Professional (SPHR) preferred.
    • Thorough understanding of human resources principles and practices.
    • Experience in grievance procedure arbitration.
    • Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain consistency in decisions.
    • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing. Must be able to prepare comprehensive reports and represent ideas clearly and concisely.
    • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships across diverse groups, including schools, departments, labor unions/associations and community/business partners.
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Labor Relations Manager - Remote
  • UNFI
  • Providence, RI FULL_TIME
  • Fully remote role with 50% travel throughout the USA, except California and Washington Looking for someone who lives in the Central or East Regions of the USA Purpose: This Labor Relations Manager wil...
  • Just Posted

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Labor Relations Specialist - Remote
  • UNFI
  • Providence, RI FULL_TIME
  • Purpose: Provides support for the Labor Relations Department in in all aspects of Labor Relations. Job Responsibilities: Under the supervision of SVP of Labor Relations and other Senior Labor Relation...
  • 15 Days Ago

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Senior HR Business Partner - Labor Relations
  • The Providence Community Health Centers, Inc.
  • Warwick, RI FULL_TIME
  • The Senior HR Business Partner serves as an organizational resource for all internal employees, with a focus on labor relations. SHRBP Must have minimum 5 to 8 years labor relations experience includi...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Assistant Athletic Director External Relations/MGO
  • Providence College
  • Providence, RI FULL_TIME
  • Posting Details Position Information Position Title Assistant Athletic Director External Relations/MGO Overview Devise and execute individual strategies for the qualification, cultivation, solicitatio...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Airport Rental Car Cleaner
  • Managed Labor Solutions
  • Warwick, RI FULL_TIME
  • Do you enjoy late model cars and have a good attention to detail? Need a flexible schedule plus access to DailyPay? Managed Labor Solutions (MLS) , a leading nationwide rental car outsourcing company,...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Director, Capture
  • Amentum
  • Providence, RI
  • Job Description Amentum is seeking a full-time **Capture Manager** to lead and support growth in its Critical Missions/S...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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MarketPoint Reporting Director
  • Humana
  • Providence, RI
  • Location field must contain 'city, state' or a zip code to perform a radius search (e.g., Denver, CO or 46122 ). City an...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Operations
  • Providence College
  • Providence, RI
  • Welcome and thank you for your interest in a career with Providence College Provide overall management for operational a...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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MarketPoint Implementation Director
  • Humana
  • Providence, RI
  • Location field must contain 'city, state' or a zip code to perform a radius search (e.g., Denver, CO or 46122 ). City an...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Operations and Systems
  • Brown University
  • Providence, RI
  • Job Description: About Brown: Brown University is a leading research university distinct for its student-centered learni...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Program Director
  • CODAC Behavioral Healthcare (CODAC Inc.)
  • Providence, RI
  • CODAC believes in saving lives by understanding the whole person. We tailor patient centered, wrap-around care to meet o...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Food Service Director
  • Healthcare Services Group, Inc.
  • WAYLAND, MA
  • Overview: Who We Are Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is an experienced partner managing housekeeping, laundry, dining, ...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Operations - Brandeis University
  • Aramark
  • Waltham, MA
  • About Harvest Table Culinary Group Our Mission Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

The Providence city limits enclose a small geographical region with a total area of 20.5 square miles (53 km2); 18.5 square miles (48 km2) of it is land and the remaining 2.1 square miles (5.4 km2) is water (roughly 10%). Providence is located at the head of Narragansett Bay, with the Providence River running into the bay through the center of the city, formed by the confluence of the Moshassuck and Woonasquatucket Rivers. The Waterplace Park amphitheater and riverwalks line the river's banks through downtown. Providence is one of many cities claimed to be founded on seven hills like Rome. The...
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Income Estimation for Labor Relations Director jobs
$174,662 to $250,228
Providence, Rhode Island area prices
were up 1.6% from a year ago

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