- Build strong partnerships with management and union leadership through the resolution of employee grievances, contract negotiations and contract interpretation.
- Administer and interpret Collective Bargaining Agreements across assigned federal government contracts within the Company. Serving as Company advocate for all facets of grievance and arbitration management.
- Serve as chief spokesperson/negotiator in assigned contract negotiations and lead the development of negotiations strategy in collaboration with Management and HR teams.
- Oversee training programs and conduct supervisor and management training in conjunction with other Labor Relations, Human Resources and Legal colleagues regarding law labor compliance.
- Oversee and conduct risk assessments; advising leadership and management on ways to reduce potential liabilities.
- Manage and advise on grievances and charges related to the National Labor Relations Act within assigned contracts.
- Partner with Human Resources and other cross-functional teams across the business sector to ensure compliance and adherence to all CBA’s.
- Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested.
Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Labor Relations or Human Resources or a behavioral science and at least 10 years of progressive Labor Relations work experience.
- Experience as Chief Negotiator in Union negotiations for at least 5 years.
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of the Davis Bacon Act, the National Labor Relations and Fair labor Standards Acts, OSHA and EEO.
- Demonstrated supervisory, interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills and more importantly must possess excellent negotiation skills. Ability to work effectively in a diverse group.