General Information
| Job Description | LABOR REL REPR 4 | Working Title | Labor Relations Representative 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Job Code | 000495 | Grade | 24 |
| Department Name | Human Resources - D01103 | Department Head | |
| Supervisor | Effective Date | 03/09/2020 |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
| Job Code | Title | FTE |
|---|
Generic Scope
| Technical leader with a high degree of knowledge in the overall field and recognized expertise in specific areas; problem-solving frequently requires analysis of unique issues/problems without precedent and/or structure. May manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy. |
Custom Scope
| Technical leader who provides labor relations guidance to all levels within the organization, utilizing specialized labor relations expertise within area of responsibility to resolve highly complex issues in creative and effective ways. Internal and external contacts often pertain to significant labor relations programs and objectives. Normally receives little direction on assignments. Serves in a lead capacity, providing guidance to other professionals in department. |
Department Custom Scope
| Under the direction of the Labor Relations Director, the Labor Relations Analyst 4 provides high level professional and analytical support to the campus in the areas of labor relations, contract administration, and other areas as assigned. The incumbent represents campus management in formal adversarial dispute resolution processes, coordinates the representation of campus management by University attorneys in the employment/labor relations related court cases, represents campus management in collective bargaining negotiations, advises campus management on compliance with the employment/labor relations laws and the University's collective bargaining agreements and advises campus management about labor unions and communicates with labor unions. This includes participating in system-wide bargaining teams, developing implementation procedures and training for new contracts and providing ongoing guidance and interpretation of contract language. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
| JD or Master's degree in related area | Preferred |
Experience Requirements
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|
License Requirements
Certification Requirements
| Certification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Labor Relations Academy Masters Certification (CLRM) | Preferred |
| Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) | Preferred |
| Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources Certification (SPHR) | Preferred |
Educational Condition Requirements
| Condition | Requirement |
|---|
Key Responsibilities
| Description | % Time |
|---|---|
| Applies highly advanced labor relations concepts to represent the organization's objectives at the bargaining table and has authority to make binding agreements with local unions, utilizing an understanding of organization goals and priorities. | 25 |
| Conducts and guides local negotiations in various bargaining units. | 10 |
Represents the organization as a participant in system-wide bargaining, and has authority to commit organization to system-wide agreements.
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25 |
| May lead a team to build consensus in a collaborative manner among diverse entities (for example, organization management, employees, union representatives). | 5 |
| Responsible for administering highly complex collective bargaining agreements and for interpreting the agreements. | 10 |
| Works with senior management to recommend organization position on settlement options. | 10 |
| Advises organization managers and human resource professionals on labor relations and employment law implications relating to highly complex individual and organization-wide issues or courses of action. | 5 |
| Works in a highly collaborative manner with others across the organization, external contacts of significance, and members of organization management at all levels. | 5 |
| Leads and conducts extremely complex and varied analysis of issues or concepts and develops resulting recommendations. | 5 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
| Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Possesses advanced analytical skills to conduct analysis and develop recommendations, demonstrating organization and problem-solving skills. | Required |
| Demonstrates advanced knowledge of organizational policies and procedures; advanced knowledge of functional area and understands how work impacts other areas in Human Resources and the organization. | Required |
| Has advanced knowledge of labor/employment law and the principles and techniques of labor negotiations. | Required |
| Demonstrates advanced knowledge of the principles of advocacy in order to represent the organization in complex and sensitive dispute forums. | Required |
| Has advanced knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and court decisions regarding employment related matters. | Required |
| Possesses specialized knowledge within labor relations field. | Required |
| Demonstrates skills necessary to bargain and represent the organization's interests effectively. | Required |
| Demonstrates ability to lead and mentor other labor relations professionals. | Required |
| Demonstrated ability to handle extremely difficult or volatile situations/individuals effectively. | Required |
| Has advanced knowledge of other areas in human resources; capable of developing, interpreting, implementing and administering organization -wide human resources policies and processes | Required |
| Strong skill to communicate information in an effective manner so as to be persuasive during cases involving a hearing, investigation or meeting related to a union contract grievance, University policy complaint, PERB unfair labor practice charge, or during settlement negotiations to resolve cases. | Required |
| Demonstrated skill to do effective public speaking to small and large groups. | Preferred |
Special Requirements & Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Valid driver license will be required if operating a personal or university vehicle for university related business. | Required |
| Must possess or obtain a valid California Driver License in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles | Required |
| Must provide own transportation to offsite events / meetings. | Required |
Other Special Requirements & Conditions
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Level of Supervision Received
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Working Environment
| Other University Setting |
Other Requirements
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Critical Position
| Is Critical Position: No |