LABOR RELATIONS SPECIALIST jobs in New Bedford, MA

Work for One of the World's Best Hospitals!

For Five Consecutive Years, Newsweek named Southcoast Health among the World's Best Hospitals (Charlton Memorial, St. Luke's, and Tobey). In addition, Since 2018 Southcoast Health was voted by readers as South Coast Media Group's Best Place to Work. Why? Because we have some of the most talented people in the world!

We are searching for an Employee and Labor Relations

• Independently advise HR business partners and leaders regarding complex employee relations situations and the interpretation of HR policies, labor contracts and state/federal employment laws.
• Manage the resolution of employee relations matters related to disciplinary actions, conflicts and interpretation of established policies and administrative practices in a timely and effective manner.
• Conduct in depth investigations of significant issues/claims such as discrimination, harassment, sexual harassment, and other matters that involve complex, time-consuming and/or difficult efforts/concerns.
• Prepare investigative reports and maintain comprehensive records in our database system.
• Assess, design and deliver training on employee relations and labor issues as requested by, or in support of, HR business partners and client groups/leaders.
• Lead special projects aimed at improving organizational processes and practices associated with employment-related activities.
• Provide support, coaching, and advisement to the HR Business Partners concerning employee relations, labor relations and performance management matters.

Education and/or Experience Requirements:

• Advanced degree in HR, Business, Law, or the equivalent education and experience are preferred, bachelor's degree required. Juris doctorate or MBA are preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years practicing as an employee relations manager, labor relations manager and/or employment law attorney in a law firm or corporate role is strongly preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, conflict resolution, and relationship building skills required.
• Expert knowledge of employment law and other related laws required.
• Ability to deal tactfully and professionally with a wide variety of constituents.
• Ability to function collaboratively in a team and as an individual contributor.
• Demonstrated problem solving ability in dealing with complex and sensitive employee related issues and the ability to prioritize work. Ability to exercise sound judgement and apply critical thinking skills.
• Highly skilled at managing complex workplace investigations.
• Must be able to communicate effectively to all levels of staff and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information.
• Analytical skills to gather, integrate and assess information from various sources, summarize information, and recommend solutions. Familiar with software applications/programs (Peoplesoft, Excel, Kronos) to create and run reports, compile and analyze data, to present data that support recommendations.
• Schedule flexibility, as needed, to meet specific project, negotiation, or investigatory timelines.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired

Southcoast Health is a community healthcare system with multiple access points, offering an integrated continuum of health services throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. By uniting a single purpose and building an integrated system of services and resources, we have become one of the largest and fastest-growing health systems in Massachusetts.

Together We Are More.

• With more than 7,500 employees, Southcoast Health is the largest employer in Southeastern Mass., and the 18th largest employer in the Commonwealth, according to the Boston Business Journal.
• We strive for a culture of health and well-being that recognizes, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve.

We are committed to providing our employees in Massachusetts and Rhode Island with optimal benefits that promote a healthy work/life balance and add value to our employees' lives.

• Generous Earned Time Off Package**
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance*
• Tuition Assistance**
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance*
• Life & AD&D insurance*
• Flexible Spending Accounts*
• 403B Retirement Plan with match
• Taking Care of You Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Career Development Opportunities
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council

*Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.

**Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 20 hours.

Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Join us to be More than medicine!

Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer