Labor Relations Manager jobs in Alaska

NOTE: When completing the application:

(1) please attach a resume with relevant information as well as a

(2) cover letter detailing experience in employee and labor relations, responding to union grievances, interpreting/negotiating/administering collective bargaining agreements, and/or any general HR or business experience that benefit this role.

PURPOSE

This position manages, develops, and implements a variety of human resource functions, with primary focus on employee and labor relations. This position has functional oversight of labor and employee relations issues, performance management, internal investigations, interprets Association policies and labor contracts, and other ER/LR projects.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION

The above items are not intended to be all inclusive of the essential functions or requirements of this type of work as they are subject to change based on operating necessity. The employee will also perform other related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management personnel.

ESSENTIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Qualified candidates will demonstrate how their experience is relevant and sufficient for the position.

• Qualified candidates must have a valid Alaska driver’s license (or ability to obtain as required under State of Alaska regulations) and a driving record which is acceptable and insurable by the Association and the Association’s insurance carrier at standard group rates.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Support a culture of safety excellence through active involvement in safety improvement and promote a sense of shared responsibility for safety.

• Advanced knowledge of human resource practices, programs, and philosophies by using relationship building techniques, initiative, innovation, and creativity.

• Advanced knowledge of human resource management practices, principles, and procedures.

• Knowledge of applicable employment and labor laws/regulations and their application pertaining to affirmative action and equal opportunity programs, FMLA, ERISA, FLSA, ACA, ADA, Workers Compensation, etc., and federal and state laws that govern employer relationships with labor unions.

• Knowledge of basic mathematical concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and probability/statistical reference and the ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

• Advanced skill in composing policies, procedures, letters, memorandums, and reports.

• Advanced skill in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook).

• Advanced skill in negotiation and persuasion with the ability to assertively influence others to reach agreement.

• Skill in effectively managing projects and contracts.

• Skill in effective, professional verbal and written communication with the ability to work with executive staff, employees, contractors, and the public. Includes professional engagement on both an individual basis and with large groups.

• Skill in interpersonal communication with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relations in a variety of cultural environments.

• Skill and ability to coordinate and collaborate with the work of others, work under tight deadlines and effectively handle multiple concurrent projects and activities.

• Ability to understand and embrace company culture and use in development and application of appropriate human resource programs.

• Ability to work both independently and in a team framework, successfully apply critical thinking skills in a strategic environment, make sound recommendations, and solve problems

• Ability to maintain complete confidentiality of classified information.

• Ability to logically analyze issues using sound judgment and decision-making methodologies.

• Ability to motivate others to action and encourage growth and development of employees.

• Ability to produce cogent presentations, contracts, and other written documentation as required in the position.

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret complex legal documents.

• Ability to Innovate, create, and develop solutions to assignments.

• Ability to self-motivate improvement based on successes and failures.

• Ability to lead the corrective action and continuous improvement process within areas of responsibility.

• Embrace and embody the Association’s Core Values through decisions, actions, attitude, and behavior to directly contribute to the success of the organization.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position; this list is not inclusive of all the physical demands that may be required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demand activity percentages:

• Major occurs 60% or more of work time.

• Moderate occurs between 20-60% of work time.

• Minor occurs less than 20% of work time.

• Physical demand requirements:

• Ability to understand, read, and carry out written instructions.

• Ability to understand, read, and verify documents electronically, verbally, or hard copy.

• Major amount of handling, finger use, and communicating.

• Moderate amount of sitting, feeling/touch (ex. of documents), eye-hand coordination, and foot-hand-eye coordination.

• Minor amount of standing, walking, lifting/carrying/pushing up to twenty-five (25) pounds, stair climbing, and balancing.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• The work environment conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position works primarily in an office setting but will be required to travel to other Association offices and visit various organizations within the Mat-Su and Anchorage area.

• Requires occasional travel outside of Alaska.

• The incumbent must be able to work long hours under stressful conditions if necessary.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS

This position is classified as an exempt, non-represented position; and therefore is not eligible for overtime compensation. All Association employees are expected to work widely varying amounts of time outside the normal shifts to assist in power restoration or other needs of the Association.

MEA requires a post offer substance abuse test. Any positive test result or refusal to consent will disqualify an applicant from employment.

MEA is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law.

Individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation(s) to participate in any portion of the application or interview process should advise MEA in advance by calling 907-761-9218.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

To apply, please visit www.mea.coop to submit an application by the closing date.

Matanuska Electric Association, Inc.

163 East Industrial Way (P.O. Box 2929), Palmer, Alaska 99645

Telephone: (907) 761-9218/ Fax: (907) 761-9264

MEA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Veterans/Disabled employer.

Benefits Include

• 401(k) matching 2%
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance - $100/month for entire family
• Life insurance 100% paid by MEA
• Long Term Disability 100% paid by MEA
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off starts at 3.385 hrs/wk
• 11.5 paid holidays per year.
• Retirement – Defined Benefit plan/Pension