Labor Relations Specialist
Core
Develop and implement a conflict resolution component to handle and resolve internal employee relations issues within the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
Role type
Labor Relations Specialist (IC)
Builds
Conflict resolution mechanisms, grievance review processes, and employee training programs
Domain
Public sector human resources and labor relations
Required skills
Conflict resolution, grievance management, labor contract interpretation, stakeholder liaison, data collection and reporting, employee training facilitation, performance management feedback
Preferred skills
Experience with alternative dispute resolution, knowledge of public sector labor laws
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Coordinate agency grievance review and disciplinary appeals proceedings; Participate in Labor Management meetings to resolve mutual concerns; Maintain ongoing liaison with union representatives; Prepare and update the Monthly Labor Relations Report; Advise management on handling labor problems; Evaluate options for resolving union-management differences; Handle workplace disputes between supervisors and subordinates; Conduct conflict consultations for employees; Produce statistical reports on internal disputes; Develop education techniques to promote conflict management services
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC