Labor Relations Officer 2 (20044433)

Labor Relations Officer 2 (20044433)

Most positions offer the flexibility of a hybrid schedule that combines working from home with regular in-office and/or field work. In-person work requirements may change for training, meetings, and other operational needs.

What we need:

Ohio EPA Labor Relations Officer 2

What we do:

At the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, our primary goal is to protect the environment and public health. We do this by ensuring compliance with federal and state environmental laws.

What we need YOU to do:

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency wants you to be our newest Labor Relations Officer in the Human Resources Division, working at our central office in downtown Columbus.

You. Us. The dynamic duo.

As a Labor Relations Officer, you will be planning and coordinating labor relations activities for the agency, as well as serving as the primary contact for labor relations matters, including negotiations, grievances, and arbitration proceedings. You’ll investigate proposed discipline complaints and grievances, following up with recommended resolutions, while representing Ohio EPA in employee evaluations and hearings.

Additionally, you’ll prepare and deliver training to management personnel and provide support to managers and supervisors on labor relations issues. You’ll cultivate positive relationships with union representatives, employees, managers, and agency leaders to foster a collaborative and productive work environment. This also means communicating effectively with all levels of the agency to disseminate information, solicit feedback, and address concerns related to labor relations and human capital management.

You’ll analyze workforce data and metrics to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement in human capital management practices, helping you serve as human resource coordinator and formulate agency-wide programs and policies. You’ll serve on agency committees, as well as respond to inquiries from both employees and the public, as needed. Lastly, you’ll perform general Human Resource duties including employment, training, OAKS, unemployment, and recruitment.

Let’s review the big picture.

• Plan and coordinate labor relations activities for Ohio EPA.

• Serve as primary contact for labor relations matters, including negotiations, grievances, and arbitration proceedings.

• Provide guidance and support to managers and supervisors on labor relations issues.

• Prepare and deliver training to management personnel.

• Cultivate positive relationships with union representatives and employees.

• Analyze workforce data and metrics to identify trends, patterns, etc. and better formulate agency-wide programs & policies.

• Perform general Human Resource duties.

Apply today, and let’s talk!

What’s in it for you:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Employee Development Funds

• The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

Technical Skills: Labor Relations, Human Resource Management

Professional Skills: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Performance Management, Coaching, Decision Making

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Knowledge of interviewing*; labor relations/ collective bargaining; personnel/human resources management; communication skills & techniques or public relations; agency &/or institutional policies & procedures*; technical or business writing; civil service laws, rules & procedures*. Skill in use of personal computer. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts & draw valid conclusions; prepare & maintain accurate reports & records; gather, collate & classify information about data, people or things; handle routine & sensitive inquiries from & contacts with governmental officials, employees, general public & union officials.

(*)Developed after employment.

Division/Location: Office of Human Resources - 50 West Town Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215

ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.

ATTACHMENTS TO YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSTING.

EDUCATIONAL TRANSCRIPT REQUIREMENTS:

Official educational transcripts are required for post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript if they are selected for the position. Current Ohio EPA employees may be required to provide official educational transcripts.

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

EEO Statement: The Ohio Environmental Protections Agency is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender/sex, gender identity or expression, national origin (ancestry), military status, disability, age (40 years of age or older), genetic information, sexual orientation, status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, or status as a foster parent as those are defined in applicable Ohio law, federal law, and any Executive Order, in admission or access to the operation of its programs, services, activities or its own employment practices. Employment practices are any employment related decisions including, but not limited to hiring, layoff, transfer, termination, promotion, demotion, discipline, rate of compensation, eligibility for in-service training programs, or terms and conditions of employment.

ADA statement: The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency is committed to providing access, equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact the Office of Human Resources at 614-644-2100 prior to testing or interviewing.