LABOR RELATIONS MANAGER

Introduction

The City of Tucson is seeking a dynamic, progressive professional as the Labor Relations Manager within Human Resources.� This is a unique opportunity to join the rapidly growing and evolving Human Resources team by leading a new culture of agility, continuous improvement, and data-driven operations as a partner throughout the City. The Labor Relations Manager plays a vital role in labor relations activities throughout the City and will be directly accountable for assisting with managing a comprehensive labor relations program for Human Resources in the City of Tucson.� Ignite your future by joining the City of Tucson Human Resources, where we value our employees, deliver exceptional service, and create an inspiring place to work!! For a full description of benefits offered to eligible employees, or to inquire further about the City of Tucson's benefits options, please visit:��https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot

General Description

In partnership with the Director/CHRO, the Labor Relations Manager is responsible for assisting with managing comprehensive labor relations for Human Resources in the City of Tucson.� Position duties include, but are not limited to, coordinating the organization-wide labor relations efforts that support the mission and the goals of HR and the City; supporting and participating in the negotiation of memorandum of understanding (MOU), MOU interpretation and consultation; providing guidance and assistance to HR team members, supervisors, and managers on labor relation issues; participating in meet-and-confer and meet-and-discuss processes; reviewing and optimizing processes, procedures, and systems as related to labor relations; developing, leading, and coordinating special programs and projects as related to labor relations; and completing other duties as assigned by Director/CHRO.

Essential Functions

Labor Relations (60%)� Coordinates the administration of all labor memorandum of understanding (MOU); interprets MOUs to employees, managers, employees, and other HR staff; coordinates processes for review and resolution of grievances; advises supervisors, managers, and employees on sensitive labor relations matters; collaborates with stakeholders;�establishes procedures and communication channels between the stakeholders; and ensures�affected COT constituents are involved and informed about the status of a labor relation process. Advises and counsels supervisors, managers, and HR team members on labor relations issues and the consistent application of MOU provisions; prepares information for the City in grievance meetings, mediations, arbitrations, meet-and-discuss, meet-and-confer, fact-findings, administrative hearings; and listens, summarizes and reports on the status of grievances and resolutions and other labor relations actions to HR Director. Labor Negotiations (30%) Coordinates and participates in the meet-and-confer process, either during the agreement labor negotiation process and/or on individual matters; meets with department managers before labor sessions to identify management concerns and possible proposals; analyzes the impacts, provides costs of proposals, makes recommendations to HR Director; and informs others on the status of the labor relation activities as needed. Process Improvement (5%) Reviews processes, systems, etc., that might impact existing workflows and recommends methods to optimize to the desired state and improve efficiency in labor relations activities. Special Projects and other duties as assigned (5%) Develop, lead, and coordinate special programs and projects in labor relations activities.

Minimum Qualifications

*Minimum Education Level & Type: bachelor’s degree in a relevant degree. *Minimum Experience Qualifications: At least five (5) years in Human Resources, of which three (3) years have been in a supervisory role in a related functional area. Valid and unrestricted driver’s license *Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of principles and practices of employee and labor relations, bargaining, and labor laws. • Experience in one or more of the following HR functional areas: recruitment, classification, compensation, performance management, labor relations, employee relations, employee recognition, training, and development, or other functions relating to human resource management. • Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. • Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying HR laws, rules, policies, procedures, and practices. • Demonstrated ability to interact with large groups and individuals at all work levels. • Demonstrated proficiency in the use of computers and software applications. • Demonstrated success in fostering internal and external community relationships. • Effective project or time management skills; ability to manage multiple complex projects or tasks concurrently. • Flexibility of schedule and willingness to work select evenings and/or weekends. • Professional certification from a recognized human resource/personnel association. • Human Resource experience in a public entity setting.

Selection Plan

PLEASE NOTE: Resumes AND Cover Letters must be uploaded as a PDF or Word document to be considered. Failure to upload your Resume AND Cover Letter as ONE Document in the application will be considered an incomplete application. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be evaluated on the education and work experience in their employment profile and the responses to their supplemental questions. The�highest-scoring applicants will then be invited to participate in an oral board interview within two weeks after closing date. Upon completion of all examination processes, the highest scoring applicants will be placed on the Civil Service Employment List.� An applicant's ranking on the Civil Service list will be based on their final score which will be calculated as based on submitted application material and interview(s). This recruitment will establish a civil service list that may be utilized to fill future vacancies. Veterans, Native American, or Disability preference points will be added to the final score for those that are placed on the Civil Service Employment List.� If you qualify for preference points as outlined in the Employment Profile, you must provide a copy to the HR facilitator prior to your Oral Board interview. The DD 214 must be a copy that indicates the characterization of the service.�� If you are in need of Americans with Disabilities Act-related accommodation during the testing process, please�email HR-CCS_Satellite@tucsonaz.gov�at least 48 hours prior to the evaluation. **The starting salary will be determined by the qualifications of the selected applicant balanced with budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

Conclusion

Communications during this process will be sent via email to the email address on file, so please ensure your browser accepts emails from jobs@tucsonaz.gov and check your email account regularly; this may include your junk box/ spam folder. Failure to respond or follow instructions may result in disqualification.

Pre-employment Medical Testing Requirements

None

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To ensure accurate payroll information for tax purposes, the successful candidate will need to provide their original Social Security Card or original letter from the Social Security Administration with their social security number prior to beginning work with the City of Tucson. The City of Tucson hires lawful workers only - US citizens or nationals and non-citizens with valid work authorization - without discrimination. Federal immigration laws require all employers to verify both the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. In its efforts to meet the law's requirements, the City of Tucson participates in the E-Verify program established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to aid employers in verifying the eligibility of workers. Retired City of Tucson employees receiving benefits from the Tucson Supplemental Retirement System who are considering reemployment with the City should be aware that pursuant to Section 22-37(g) of the Tucson City Code, retirement benefits shall be suspended during the period of reemployment with the City of Tucson unless you have been separated at least twelve consecutive months before returning to work AND you return to a non-permanent employment classification. Creditable service does not accrue during any reemployment period.

Salary : $81,000 - $101,000