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NYC Health + Hospitals is the largest public health care system in the United States. We provide essential outpatient, inpatient and home-based services to more than one million New Yorkers every year across the city's five boroughs. Our large health system consists of ambulatory centers, acute care centers, post-acute care/long-term care, rehabilitation programs, Home Care, and Correctional Health Services. Our diverse workforce is uniquely focused on empowering New Yorkers.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Job Description

Manage day-to-day implementation of the System's collective bargaining agreements and strategic engagements with numerous union partners. Hold grievance conferences; negotiate settlements or mediate disputes on disciplinary and contractual matters; prepare investigatory documents and briefs; and provide advice on labor relations related matters.

General tasks and responsibilities will include:

Responsible for one or more business units at NYC Health + Hospitals, such as a hospital, which typically have between 2,000 and 5,000 unionized employees, and may be assigned to cover any site, or different sites throughout the System. Typically, Directors of Labor Relations handle one or more business units, often with a support staff of one or more Labor Relations Specialist and administrative staff support. The Director must manage and bring to conclusion a high-volume of cases that stem from innumerable patient and employee settings across the healthcare environment.

Capable of working productively with the unionized, managerial and executive staff within the assigned business unit, as well as any internal support team that may be available. The Director must be prepared to effectively work with various other departments throughout the System, and external agencies, including the NYC Health + Hospitals Inspector General, the New York State Justice Center, and various District Attorney Offices.

Operates with latitude for independent judgement under the direction of central office leadership in the Office of Labor Relations in NYC Health + Hospitals. The Office is led by the System's Senior Vice President for Labor Relations and General Counsel.

Performs related work.

Minimum Qualifications
1. A Baccalaureate Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Personnel Administration, Public Administration, Management, Law or related field with emphasis on labor-management relations; and,
2. Extensive knowledge of the special policy, legal and substantive aspects of public sector labor relations; and,
3. Ability to develop productive collective bargaining relationships with organizations representing employees of varied skills and abilities and to effectively communicate with others both orally and in writing; and,
4. Eight years of progressively responsible experience in the negotiation and administration of collective bargaining agreements, including at least five years in an administrative labor relations capacity in a large multi-bargaining unit organization; or,
5. An equivalent combination of training and experience, knowledge and skills sufficient to indicate ability to perform satisfactorily.

Minimum Qualifications
1. A Baccalaureate Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Personnel Administration, Public Administration, Management, Law or related field with emphasis on labor-management relations; and,
2. Extensive knowledge of the special policy, legal and substantive aspects of public sector labor relations; and,
3. Ability to develop productive collective bargaining relationships with organizations representing employees of varied skills and abilities and to effectively communicate with others both orally and in writing; and,
4. Eight years of progressively responsible experience in the negotiation and administration of collective bargaining agreements, including at least five years in an administrative labor relations capacity in a large multi-bargaining unit organization; or,
5. An equivalent combination of training and experience, knowledge and skills sufficient to indicate ability to perform satisfactorily.

Department Preferences

• Extensive knowledge of the special policy, legal and substantive aspects of public sector labor relations
• Ability to develop productive collective bargaining relationships with organizations representing employees of varied skills and abilities and to effectively communicate with others both orally and in writing
• Microsoft Suite
• Eight years of progressively responsible experience in the negotiation and administration of collective bargaining agreements, including at least five years in an administrative labor relations capacity in a large multi-bargaining unit organization; or,
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience, knowledge and skills sufficient to indicate ability to perform satisfactorily.

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
• Multiple employee discounts programs

NYC Health + Hospitals is the largest public health care system in the United States. We provide essential outpatient, inpatient and home-based services to more than one million New Yorkers every year across the city's five boroughs. Our large health system consists of ambulatory centers, acute care centers, post-acute care/long-term care, rehabilitation programs, Home Care, and Correctional Health Services. Our diverse workforce is uniquely focused on empowering New Yorkers.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Job Description

Manage day-to-day implementation of the System's collective bargaining agreements and strategic engagements with numerous union partners. Hold grievance conferences; negotiate settlements or mediate disputes on disciplinary and contractual matters; prepare investigatory documents and briefs; and provide advice on labor relations related matters.

General tasks and responsibilities will include:

Responsible for one or more business units at NYC Health + Hospitals, such as a hospital, which typically have between 2,000 and 5,000 unionized employees, and may be assigned to cover any site, or different sites throughout the System. Typically, Directors of Labor Relations handle one or more business units, often with a support staff of one or more Labor Relations Specialist and administrative staff support. The Director must manage and bring to conclusion a high-volume of cases that stem from innumerable patient and employee settings across the healthcare environment.

Capable of working productively with the unionized, managerial and executive staff within the assigned business unit, as well as any internal support team that may be available. The Director must be prepared to effectively work with various other departments throughout the System, and external agencies, including the NYC Health + Hospitals Inspector General, the New York State Justice Center, and various District Attorney Offices.

Operates with latitude for independent judgement under the direction of central office leadership in the Office of Labor Relations in NYC Health + Hospitals. The Office is led by the System's Senior Vice President for Labor Relations and General Counsel.

Performs related work.

Minimum Qualifications
1. A Baccalaureate Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Personnel Administration, Public Administration, Management, Law or related field with emphasis on labor-management relations; and,
2. Extensive knowledge of the special policy, legal and substantive aspects of public sector labor relations; and,
3. Ability to develop productive collective bargaining relationships with organizations representing employees of varied skills and abilities and to effectively communicate with others both orally and in writing; and,
4. Eight years of progressively responsible experience in the negotiation and administration of collective bargaining agreements, including at least five years in an administrative labor relations capacity in a large multi-bargaining unit organization; or,
5. An equivalent combination of training and experience, knowledge and skills sufficient to indicate ability to perform satisfactorily.

Minimum Qualifications
1. A Baccalaureate Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Personnel Administration, Public Administration, Management, Law or related field with emphasis on labor-management relations; and,
2. Extensive knowledge of the special policy, legal and substantive aspects of public sector labor relations; and,
3. Ability to develop productive collective bargaining relationships with organizations representing employees of varied skills and abilities and to effectively communicate with others both orally and in writing; and,
4. Eight years of progressively responsible experience in the negotiation and administration of collective bargaining agreements, including at least five years in an administrative labor relations capacity in a large multi-bargaining unit organization; or,
5. An equivalent combination of training and experience, knowledge and skills sufficient to indicate ability to perform satisfactorily.

Department Preferences

• Extensive knowledge of the special policy, legal and substantive aspects of public sector labor relations
• Ability to develop productive collective bargaining relationships with organizations representing employees of varied skills and abilities and to effectively communicate with others both orally and in writing
• Microsoft Suite
• Eight years of progressively responsible experience in the negotiation and administration of collective bargaining agreements, including at least five years in an administrative labor relations capacity in a large multi-bargaining unit organization; or,
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience, knowledge and skills sufficient to indicate ability to perform satisfactorily.

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
• Multiple employee discounts programs

• Provide direct support in labor and employee relations within the central Division of Human Resources.
• Assist in the administration and interpretation of collective bargaining agreements.
• Support labor-management relations and build productive relationships with union leaders and university colleagues.
• Advise on contract interpretation, staff discipline, grievance resolution, and the layoff process.
• Provide guidance and consultation on staff discipline procedures, grievance handling, and layoffs.
• Design, develop, and deliver training programs on topics such as new contract provisions, grievance procedures, discipline notices, and HR policy.
• Partner with university departments to assess training needs, coordinate scheduling, and ensure follow-up.

• A Bachelor's Degree plus a minimum of 3 years of experience in human resources, labor relations, business, or equivalent combination of experience and education.

• Proven ability to deliver high-quality customer service at all levels of an organization.
• Understanding of negotiation concepts and techniques.
• Demonstrated effective verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in interpreting human resource policy and union contracts.
• Knowledge of HR practices and procedures in policy, collective bargaining and employee/labor relations.
• Demonstrated ability to ensure accuracy of transaction data and produce reports and related observations.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with tact and diplomacy,
• Proven critical thinking skills to define mechanisms for implementing department process improvements.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.

• Additional experience in HR, preferably in Cornell HR, including experience with labor unions and their leadership representing Cornell employees, on matters of discipline, grievance procedure and resolutions, flexibility, and adaptability in a fast-changing environment.
• Proficiency with Cornell internal systems including Workday, HR On-line, or ability to learn in brief period.

• This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Employees typically perform this role
  remotely 3 days per week and on-campus 2 days per week. The university reserves the right to modify, suspend, revoke or terminate the hybrid work arrangement at any time.
• This position is based in Ithaca, New York. Employees who work remotely may receive
  multiple W-2 Forms depending on their work location. The New York Convenience of employer guidelines require New York State individual tax reporting and withholding for this position. Additional individual state income tax filings may also be required if working temporarily outside of New York State.
• Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives.
• Our benefits programs include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands. We invite you to follow this link to get more information about our benefits: Understand Your Benefits | Working at Cornell.
• Our leave provisions include health and personal leave, three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1. To offer greater flexibility for observing faiths and traditions we also offer two additional floating holidays. Learn more about our generous leave provisions: Holiday and Accrued Time Off | Working at Cornell
• Cornell's impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, tuition aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program. Learn more about our extensive educational benefits: Education Benefits | Working at Cornell
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• Prior relevant work or industry experience
• Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position
• Unique applicable skills
• Academic Discipline

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree or higher AND
• One (1) year of business administration, public administration, labor relations, human resources or directly related experience OR
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience is required.

• Knowledge of labor laws, government regulations, and labor relations functions, including collective bargaining agreements and applicable legal frameworks.
• Skilled in basic negotiation strategies with unions, government officials, managers, and legal teams to resolve disputes, manage grievances, and reach mutually beneficial agreements on labor matters.
• Ability to effectively maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain standard policies, negotiate with various parties, and handle sensitive matters with confidentiality and professionalism.
• Ability to provide basic insight, advice and expertise to other professionals, management, and external contacts in an assigned functional area.
• Ability to operate as a team player and communicate specialized knowledge team members, managers, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze and interpret CBAs, in public administration and healthcare operations, ensuring compliance with labor laws.
• Ability to travel throughout Cook County.

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• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business, and as an employee team. At Liberty, we hire passionate people who care about doing the right thing for our customers. We are entrepreneurial, creative, and outcome-focused. Here, your natural talent and achievements will flourish in an inclusive environment of teamwork, trust and continuous learning. We are always pursuing excellence to exceed our ambitions goals, rewarding both the goal outcome and how we achieve it. Purpose Liberty is seeking an accomplished and strategic Director of Labor Relations to lead labor relations and union negotiation efforts across our utility organization. The ideal candidate is a labor relations expert, ideally with a legal background with 10+ years of progressive experience in labor relations, labor law, and collective bargaining within complex unionized environments. This role will also make recommendations in respect of HR and labor matters, HR and labor compliance, risk mitigation, and alignment with business objectives and will work closely with Legal to obtain appropriate legal advice. Accountabilities Serve as the lead strategist and negotiator for collective bargaining agreements, union negotiations, and labor disputes. Provide expert strategic guidance to executive leadership, HR, and operations on all labor relations and employment matters, and work closely with the Legal department to develop legal guidance regarding same. Manage complex grievance processes, arbitrations, mediations, and disciplinary actions with an emphasis on risk management and compliance. Coordination of legal support for HR-related matters, including workplace investigations, employment policy development, and regulatory compliance, in conjunction with the Legal. Ensure consistent interpretation and administration of collective agreements across the organization. Foster productive relationships with union leadership and internal stakeholders to support collaborative labor-management relations. Monitor and assess changes in labor legislation, regulatory requirements, and industry trends; proactively adjust strategies to maintain compliance and competitive advantage. Develop and deliver training to leaders and HR professionals on labor law (in conjunction with the Legal), union engagement, and effective management practices. Partner with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives with a labor relations lens. Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in human resources, labor relations or a related field 10+ years of progressive experience in labor relations, labor/employment law, or a related field, with significant experience in a unionized, industrial or utility environment. Demonstrated leadership in complex union negotiations, contract administration, and dispute resolution. Strong understanding of employment and labor law, collective bargaining frameworks, and regulatory compliance in the utility sector. Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills, with a proven ability to influence and collaborate at all organizational levels. Experience working closely with in-house legal counsel, particularly on labor and HR-related issues. High degree of integrity, discretion, and sound judgment in handling sensitive matters. Preferred: Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent and licensed to practice law Prior experience in the utility, energy, or public sector. Experience overseeing or working within an in-house legal or HR legal advisory function. Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. is a growing renewable energy and utility company with over $15 billion of assets across North America and internationally. For more than 30 years, Algonquin has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to delivering clean energy and water solutions. Our rapid growth has led both our regulated utility services and renewable energy business groups into different geographies and commodities, but our purpose remains unchanged – Sustaining Energy and Water for Life. Through our operating business (Liberty), we provide regulated electricity, water, and natural gas utility services to over 1 million customer connections, primarily in North America. And, our growing portfolio of clean, renewable wind, solar, hydro and thermal power generation facilities represent over 3 GW of renewable generation capacity in operation and under construction. With our robust, diversified, and growing presence in communities across North America and internationally, we are continually demonstrating our “Think Global, Act Local” business model. What We Offer Company funded Pension program 401k with Company match Full insurance benefits (health/dental/vision/life) Collaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy Share purchase/match plan Defined Contribution savings plan Top Talent Program Volunteer paid days off Employee Assistance Program Achievement fund We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not certain you meet the all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to further investigate the opportunity. We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person’s unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents. Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all of our employees and expect each of our employees to honor this commitment in their daily responsibilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Our Company Changing the world through digital experiences is what Adobe’s all about. We give everyone—from emerging artists to global brands—everything they need to design and deliver exceptional digital experiences! We’re passionate about empowering people to create beautiful and powerful images, videos, and apps, and transform how companies interact with customers across every screen. We’re on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We realize that new ideas can come from everywhere in the organization, and we know the next big idea could be yours! The Opportunity From the moment you wake up in the morning until you go to bed at night consider the media you consume, the adverts you see, the apps you use, the websites you browse and almost all of the shopping you do online throughout the day. Chances are that every single one of those interactions, every single one of those experiences, was touched by an Adobe product. We have a fantastic opportunity for a Labour Relations Lead to join our team based in Paris . You will be accountable for the day to day operations and relationships with our Works Council in France , based in Paris, as also our two Works Councils in Spain . You will be part of an EMEA-wide Labour Relations team, who provide directions on handling employee representative matters and offer input on policies and practices. You will partner with key collaborators throughout the business and interact with various levels of management, while being a close partner for the EMEA HR BPs, Employee Relations, Employment Legal team, Centers of Excellence (CoEs), and the Employee Resource Center (ERC). With these roles you are a critical part of the EX ecosystem in the country and in the region, helping us creating the future of EX. What you’ll do Lead and manage the relations with the employee representatives, generally the Works council in France and Spain which includes: Maintaining a constructive and collaborative relationship with our Works Councils Own and manage the Works Councils in their entirety as well as ensuring Adobe remains compliant. Be the point of contact for the Works Councils and all business stakeholders regarding business changes impacting the employee population. Provide overall planning and coordination with any WC meeting to include informing the WC about daily operations and hold hearings for approvals where required e.g. hiring, reorganization etc. Negotiate collective agreements and key employment-related initiatives Lead and manage the Works Council election processes when applicable and effective engagement of elected and/or appointed representatives Provide advice and guidance to local leadership and your stakeholders whilst navigating through a complex labour relations environment. Collect feedback from the Works Council members, employee representatives to inform key stakeholders regarding activity & progress, queries along with any requirements Develop and improve labour relations processes for EMEA, not just France and Spain (e.g. diagnose and solve barriers to execution in current work processes and work intake review technology solutions for labour relations and collaboration with our stakeholders) Dealing with authorities such as Labour inspector, occupational doctors etc. Collaborate closely with your Labour Relations colleagues across the regions, act as a team and support/substitute each other. Be a partner for EMEA Employee Experience functions and Employment Legal. Participate in projects, regionally and internationally, as requested to scale as we grow and provide outstanding outcomes and experience for our internal customers. What you’ll need to succeed In-depth knowledge of all aspects of French employment law relating to labor relations . Knowledge of Spanish employment law would be beneficial. A recognizable number of years of experience in managing relations with French Works Council and staff representatives are required. Collaborative approach, partnering with our employee representative, based on trust and good solutions. Experience in conflict management and dispute resolution. Strong negotiating and conflict management skills, outcome oriented. Experience in project management is beneficial Ability to navigate autonomously in a fast-pace, fast changing environment and in ambiguous circumstances. Resilient, and the ability to be assertive when needed Highly effective communication skills, including effective listening, questioning skills, presentation, synthesis, and persuasion. Outcome oriented: we take ownership and are pride to achieve successful results with high satisfaction from our partners and customer groups. Business fluency in English and French are required, other languages are a plus. As our many awards will tell you, at Adobe you’ll be immersed in an exceptional work environment that is recognized around the world. You’ll be surrounded by colleagues who are committed to helping each other grow through our unique Check-In approach where ongoing feedback flows freely. If you’re looking to make an impact, Adobe's the place for you. Discover what our employees are saying about their career experiences on the Adobe Life blog, and explore the fantastic benefits we offer at Rewards.adobe.com . Adobe is an equal opportunity employer. We hire talented individuals, regardless of gender, race or colour, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We know that when our employees feel appreciated and included, they can be more creative, innovative and successful. This is what it means to be Adobe For All. We’re on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We realize that new ideas can come from everywhere in the organization, and we know the next big idea could be yours. Adobe is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Learn more. Adobe aims to make Adobe.com accessible to any and all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, email or call ( . #J-18808-Ljbffr

When you join UCLA Health, you can make a difference in peoples lives every day as youll be working at an institution that provides leading-edge care to the people of L.A. and throughout the world. We provide our team members with the environment and support to do amazing work, because each and every one of them plays a vital role in our commitment to care.

Under the direction of the Sr. Director of Employee and Labor Relations, you will provide leadership, guidance, interpretation and training to managers and supervisors on UC Policy and contract interpretation. You will serve as senior resource for labor relations and contract interpretation. In this role, you will actively participate in local and system-wide bargaining, including drafting/reviewing/modifying proposals, soliciting feedback from stakeholders and clients on proposed changes; communicate changes to managers and supervisors and serve as a primary resource in change implementation.

As our Labor Relations Manager, you will coordinate and direct grievance process to ensure compliance with contract provisions and consistency in raising procedural issues, provide guidance and assistance to managers and supervisors regarding interpretation, compliance and enforcement of collective bargaining agreements and HEERA provisions and provide guidance to management on grievance and arbitration procedures; make recommendations regarding the resolution of grievances when appropriate.You will assist in the readiness for arbitration, including documentation and witness preparation. You will coordinate timely/accurate responses to information requests; organize and lead meetings between managers and employee organizations and assist management during labor activity. You will facilitate on-going communication and working relationships with employee organization representatives and coordinate and facilitate local Labor Management Meetings. You will also routinely liaise with union representatives and endeavor to resolve issues/concerns at the lowest level possible.

Annual salary range: $112,900.00- $256,900.00

• 7+ years of progressive experience in employment related matters and unionized environments
• Advanced knowledge of public sector laws/requirements;healthcare industry, higher education preferred
• Advanced knowledge of labor/employment law and the principles and techniques of labor negotiations.
• Ability to analyze and draft proposals for negotiations, settlements, other employment agreements
• Advanced analytical skills to conduct analysis and develop recommendations, demonstrating organization and problem-solving skills.
• Skill in writing concise, clear, relevant and persuasive documents, including correspondence, case analyses, settlement agreements.
• Demonstrated presentation skills, i.e., grievance meetings, trainings, panels.
• 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.
• Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with other UCLA offices,the UC Office of the President and other UC campuses.
• Demonstrated ability to handle extremely difficult or volatile situations/individuals effectively.
• MS Office Suite proficiency (MS Word, Outlook, Power Point, etc).
• Bachelor's degree in related area or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with variety in your work? The California Department of Insurance (CDI) is looking for a dynamic and experienced Labor Relations Specialist to join our team. Ideal candidates will have a solid understanding of California's labor relations framework, including collective bargaining, and hands-on experience investigating and resolving grievances.

If this is you, then CDI may be the employer for you!

Under the general direction of the Labor Relations Manager I/Labor Relations Officer (LRO), Human Resources Management Division, the Labor Relations Specialist (LRS) serves as a non-supervisory subject matter expert to process the necessary tasks of the Department's Labor Relations Unit. The LRS independently performs increasingly complex and challenging Labor Relations functions, promoting and facilitating a cooperative relationship between the California Department of Insurance (CDI) management, its employees, and their employee labor organizations.

This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.

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Working Conditions

• Work in a high-rise office building and/or shared office environment (e.g., artificial lighting, controlled temperature, etc.).
• Daily use of computer keyboard, mouse, camera for virtual meetings, office equipment, telephone, and related software applications at a work station.
• The incumbent may telework in accordance with CDI's Telework Policy. Teleworking employees may be required to report to their headquarters office location on designated telework days. Travel expenses are not reimbursed, however other authorized transit subsidies do exist for those who qualify.

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• Experience investigating and responding to grievances.
• Experience analyzing legislation, case law, and administrative regulations in the field of labor relations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with managers and supervisors, other labor relations professionals, State control agencies, and labor organizations.
• Ability to confidently and effectively communicate through written and oral communication.
• Ability to research, understand, interpret, and apply civil service laws, rules, regulations, and labor agreements.
• Ability to analyze data (from a variety of sources) and business process, form sound conclusions, and present strong recommendations.
• Ability to exercise a high degree of initiative, independence, and flexibility to ensure deadlines are met.
• Ability to work under pressure and perform multiple tasks with accuracy and precision.
• Ability to provide accurate, clear, and timely advice and direction.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, and OneNote), Adobe and SharePoint.

• Flexible work hours
• Remote work options
• Medical Benefits - including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• On the Job Training
• Career Services Program
• Recognition Program
• Paid Holidays and leave
• Defined benefit retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401 (k), 457)
• Every 12 months, based on performance evaluation, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary for the position.