Labor Relations Manager

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　　Labor Relations Manager

　　Salary

　　$91,769.28 - $136,353.52 Annually

　　Location

　　(Metro Square) Saint Paul, MN

　　Job Type

　　Full Time

　　Remote Employment

　　Flexible/Hybrid

　　Job Number

　　2024-00006

　　Department

　　21D01-Human Resources/Admin

　　Opening Date

　　01/19/2024

　　Closing Date

　　2/8/2024 11:59 PM Central

　　Description

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　　Basic Function

　　Ramsey County, Minnesota is currently seeking candidates for the position of Labor Relations Manager. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with a strong background in labor relations and conflict resolution. The Labor Relations Manager is responsible for coordinating and managing all aspects of labor relations in the county. Ramsey County employs over 3,900 staff, approximately 80% of whom are covered by one of 22 labor contracts.

　　This position manages the development and administration of a comprehensive labor relations program. Major activities include negotiation of the county's twenty-two collective bargaining agreements; chief spokesperson duties in bargaining; contract administration; grievance mediation and arbitration; contract mediation and interest arbitration; Bureau of Mediation Services (BMS) hearings; labor/management committees; employee training; compensation; advising on all other union issues affecting the organization, and perform other related duties as assigned.

　　This position reports to the Chief Human Resources Officer and is as a member of the Human Resources management team. The position serves as a strategic leader, manager and advisor who initiates and gathers ideas from across the organization that influence strategy, and engagement in a collaborative and inclusive culture that supports the county's vision, mission, goals, core values and strategic priorities (https://www.ramseycounty.us/your-government/projects-initiatives/strategic-priorities-vibrant-community) .

　　An ideal candidate will possess the following leadership competencies:

　　Ability to serve with integrity, empower leadership at all levels, advance equity, value community, and invest in people.

　　Ability to lead and drive organizational change.

　　Ability to objectively coach leaders and staff at all levels through complex, nuanced, and at times difficult issues.

　　Ability to establish strategic direction aligned with organizational strategies.

　　Ability to drive execution; and effectively pivot from strategic to tactical.

　　Ability to communicate and present information effectively at all levels across the organization.

　　Salary range: The salary shown reflects the 2023 range. 2024 salary update in progress. The updated salary range will be displayed when salary import is complete.

　　If an internal candidate is selected, salary will be set in accordance with personnel rules (i.e., promotion, transfer, or voluntary reduction).

　　To view or print a copy of the complete Ramsey County job (class) description for this job, go to: Job Descriptions (http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/ramsey/classspecs) . Once at this page, you can browse the alphabetical list or search for a job description.

　　Examples of Work Performed

　　Promote a diverse, culturally competent, and respectful workplace.

　　Negotiate labor contracts, as chief spokesperson for the county, in traditional bargaining and as the lead person on the county's bargaining team in an interest-based bargaining process.

　　Develop negotiation strategies, in conjunction with the Chief Human Resources Officer and Deputy Director's team, the County Manager, and representatives of affected departments.

　　Seek and obtain input from county departments about issues and interests that may be the subject of future bargaining.

　　Make presentations to the Board of Ramsey County Commissioners to obtain their approval of bargaining authority, to keep them advised of the bargaining progress, to seek their approval of labor agreements, and to address other labor relations issues as needed.

　　Prepare data to evaluate options for addressing the interests of unions and the County, or to evaluate union or county positions in collective bargaining.

　　Draft contract language.

　　Administer county labor contracts by advising departments on labor relations policy, applicable labor laws, contract interpretation, and grievance resolution.

　　Participate in the management of the Human Resources department as part of the Chief Human Resources Officer's management team. Responsible for setting the goals and objectives of the department; developing, recommending, and implementing new and revised policies; implementing, monitoring, and evaluating established programs; and managing the determination and reporting of the department's performance indicators.

　　Manage, direct, and supervise Labor Relations division staff in the provision of comprehensive human resource services including compensation to service teams; provide consultation, advice, and direction to staff.

　　Meet and confer with management and union representatives on labor relations concerns.

　　Represent the county in third-step grievances.

　　Conduct research and prepare legal briefs and other documents for arbitration or administrative proceedings.

　　Prepare and present cases in arbitration, administrative and mediation proceedings, and representation elections.

　　Develop and present labor relations training courses to management personnel.

　　Prepare materials and train managers and supervisors on negotiated contract changes and the impact on management responsibilities.

　　Meet with human resources staff to provide information and resolve problems involving collective bargaining agreements in relation to other personnel functions.

　　Prepare reports on labor relation topics.

　　Participate on labor/management committees, to foster positive labor/management relations and provide advice in resolving issues.

　　Consult with Human Resources departmental staff, and with county supervisors and managers, on issues of Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and American Disability Act (ADA) compliance.

　　Advise county managers and supervisors on employee discipline and alternative ways of addressing employee performance matters.

　　Represent the county in interest arbitrations.

　　(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required.)

　　ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Education: bachelor's Degree in industrial relations, human resource management, public administration, business administration, psychology, or a related field.

　　Experience: Six years of professional-level human resources experience with at least four years of experience working in all areas of labor relations.

　　Substitution: A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for 2 years of professional-level human resources experience. A Juris Doctorate may substitute for 3 years of professional-level human resources experience.

　　Certifications/Licensure: None.

　　Preferred: Experience in a Chief Spokesperson role in collective bargaining in the public sector.

　　Exam/Screening Process Information

　　This is an unclassified*, at-will position, holding a confidential relation to the department head or elected official. This position requires an open screening and selection process. There is no exam for this unclassified, at-will position. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the department for consideration.

　　To Apply: Please complete an online application prior to the application deadline at Ramsey County Jobs (https://www.ramseycounty.us/jobs) and attach a resume and cover letter detailing your experience.

　　Criminal Background Checks: All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from appointment, or removed from employment.

　　E-Verify Participation: Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.

　　Equal Opportunity Employer: Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance or national origin.

　　Internal Candidates: If an internal candidate is selected for this position, salary will be set in accordance with the Ramsey County Personnel Rules.

　　*Unclassified Position: Definition of Unclassified from the Ramsey County Personnel Act: Subdivision 1. General. "The appointing authority may discharge employees in the unclassified service with or without cause. Employees in the unclassified service have no right to a grievance appeal from discharge or other disciplinary action under sections 383A.281 to 383.301. An employee in an unclassified position shall not have tenure but shall be entitled to all benefits associated with tenure such as vacation leave, sick leave, health insurance, and other benefits as determined by the county board.

　　To print a paper application for this posting click Paper Application (https://www.ramseycounty.us/sites/default/files/Departments/Human%20Resources%20Dept/Ramsey%20County%20Job%20Application%202016.pdf) (Download PDF reader). You will need to print off this posting and also answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them if you complete a paper application.

　　If you have any questions, contact Talent Acquisition Supervisor Jessica Damm at [email protected]