Posting Title
Deputy Labor Relations Officer
Job Requisition Number
COA091075
Division Name
HRD Labor Relations
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Human Resources, Business, Labor Relations, Law, or in a field related to the job, plus five (5) years of experience in labor relations, dispute resolution or mediation, or closely related, including two (2) years experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
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Graduation with a Master’s degree or J.D. from an accredited college or university may substitute for non-management experience up to a maximum of two (2) years.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
None.
Notes to Applicants
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Regarding Your Application:
- A detailed and complete Employment Application is required. A Résumé and Cover Letter are required and will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online Employment Application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Statements such as “See Résumé” will not be accepted, and a résumé alone will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online application.
- Verification of employment history dates on resume should match online Employment Application.
- Employment history dates must include month and year.
- This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation (CBI).
- To ensure consideration, candidates should apply by March 9, 2024. To apply, candidates must complete this online application. Interested candidates should apply early in the process for optimum consideration.
- This position is subject to the Texas Open Records Act.
Pay Range
$158,000 to $168,000
Hours
Hours may vary depending upon business need.
Teleworking is not an option for this position.
Department
Human Resources
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Grant Funded or Pooled Position
Not Applicable
Location
505 Barton Springs Road, Austin TX 78704
Preferred Qualifications
The ideal candidate should possess excellent interpersonal skills with a strong ability to apply a social, racial, and equity lens in order to establish relationships with City staff and the community. Prior supervisory experience in a large, robust city/organization is highly preferred. Advanced written and verbal communication skills are imperative for this position.
The following core competencies are essential for this role:
- Certified Labor Relations Professional (CLRP)
- Agile and Accurate – Ability to think quickly and provide articulate, accurate information to stakeholders and clients.
- Resilient, Flexible, and Adaptable – Ability to change and adapt to circumstances in a fast-paced environment with non-traditional hours.
- Public Sector Contract Skills – Ability to navigate all aspects of contracts, including preparation, negotiation, and administration.
- Legal Experience – Working knowledge of Texas Chapter 143 – Municipal Civil Service for Firefighters and Police Officers.
- Thinks Critically and Strategically – Enables others to better understand and implement the vision and strategy while being the aligned forward thinker and has the ability to formulate and communicate sound business strategy and implement in a clear and concise manner.
- Customer Focused - Strives to deliver high-quality results and superior service that exceeds expectations while remaining mindful of the needs and perspectives of both our internal and external stakeholders.
- Community Collaborator – Has experience in presenting complex contract information strategies to internal and external stakeholders on projects and programs that may include public outreach, City Council updates, and program implementation.
- Equity Lens - Ability to use an equity lens and framework to create inclusive, diverse, and safe workspaces and programs.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
- Assists in the development of negotiation strategies.
- Drafts proposed contract language. Assists in the wording of responses to association proposals.
- Prepares presentations to update the City Manager’s Office on the progress of negotiations. Attends update briefings with City Manager’s Office.
- Assists in resolving contract issues with all unions by formulating options and identifying potential solutions.
- Studies legislation, arbitration decisions, and collective bargaining contracts to assess industry trends. Represents the City in dealings with employees, labor organizations, the public, and management.
- Advises management of critical issues or developments.
- Ensures the implementation of all contract labor agreements, terms, and provisions.
- Monitors the interpretation and administration of labor agreements to ensure compliance. Oversees the process for the review and resolution of contract grievances.
- Provides sound advice to management in the proper resolution of complaints and/or grievances and the correct interpretation of contract language or intent.
- Works with department leaders, Labor Organizations, and City management to resolve problems.
Responsibilities – Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
Responsible for the full range of supervisory responsibilities including selecting, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
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Knowledge of employment. labor, civil service, and human resource law.
- Knowledge of relevant court procedures and rules of evidence.
- Skill in conducting research and identifying and analyzing trends, including root cause analysis as they relate to employee grievances.
- Skill in responding to Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) charges and employee and management concerns and issues.
- Skill in labor negotiations, civil service, mediation, and alternate dispute resolution techniques.
- Skill in leading organization-wide change initiatives.
- Skill in communicating and presenting analysis and information both orally and in writing in a clear and effective manner.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
- Skill in using computers and related software applications.
- Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
- Ability to gather relevant data, analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and make appropriate recommendations.
- Ability to understand, interpret, explain and apply Austin City Charter, City Code, Civil Service Rules, human resource rules, regulations, and administrative policies, and procedures.
- Ability to understand, interpret, explain, and apply all local, state and federal law, specifically Chapter 143 of the Texas Local Government Code.
- Ability to work with diverse populations and to apply an equity framework to create inclusive & diverse workplaces.
- Ability to take direction and exercise independent judgments and initiative within established guidelines within highly charged political environment.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with labor organizations, associations, affinity groups, and City employees.
Criminal Background Investigation
This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation.
EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within
the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.