City of Albuquerque, NM
Senior Personnel/Labor Relations Officer
City of Albuquerque, NM, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101
Salary :
$74,172.80 - $77,896.00 Annually Location :
Albuquerque, NM Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
2600100 Department:
Family & Community Services Division:
FC-Community Ctrs - Supervisio Opening Date:
07/29/2025 Closing Date:
8/12/2025 11:59 PM Mountain Bargaining Unit:
NU
Position Summary
Oversee and coordinate departmental Human Resources activities including recruitment, staffing; manage and monitor departments' labor/employee relations programs; provide professional consultation to the Director, managers and supervisors in matters pertaining to employment law, discipline, conflict resolution and grievance/arbitration process; possess working knowledge of bargaining unit contracts and their interpretation; may oversee and manage departmental payroll functions. Support organizational effectiveness by partnering with central Human Resources to provide departmental advice and guidance that results in alignment of citywide objectives.
Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements
Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in human resources, labor relations, industrial relations, public administration, or business administration;
and
Five (5) years of human resources experience in at least three (3) of the following specialty areas:
grievance hearings and arbitration collective bargaining negotiations analyzing and providing guidance on collective bargaining agreements and their implementation and interpretation labor relations or employment compliance staffing/recruiting classification/compensation;
and To include
two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Professional Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional Human Resources (SPHR) Certification or comparable HR certification preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire. Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire. Preferred Knowledge
Human Resources Information Systems Employment Law & Hiring Practices Classification/Compensation methods and procedures Arbitration and Union Contract Negotiations Labor Relations and employment contract law Employee Relations principles, practices, methods and programs City of Albuquerque Personnel Rules and Regulations, policies and procedures Administrative hearing procedures and processes Intermediate to advanced computer and software programs applicable to assigned area Operational characteristics of an Employee Relations program Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations pertaining to fair labor practices and employment laws Principles and practices of labor relations including employee grievance, administration, negotiation theories and techniques, and collective bargaining Preferred Skills & Abilities
Effectively negotiate terms and conditions of employment Prepare and present arguments for grievances Interpret a variety of fair labor laws and practices Interpret City of Albuquerque Personnel Rules and Regulation, Merit System Ordinance, and Labor Management Ordinance Interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures Provide guidance and assistance regarding Human Resources policies and procedures, rules and regulations Develop, interpret and maintain relevant policies and procedures Provide administrative support to staff in the preparation for grievance procedures Lead and functionally supervise staff Support organizational effectiveness by partnering with central human resources to provide departmental advise and guidance that results in alignment of citywide objectives Perform technical research, including statistical and wage and hour analyses, and document information and procedures Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing and Human Resources Information Systems Recruit, qualify and staff positions Maintain confidentiality of work Communicate clearly and concisely Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Total Rewards. Total You.
The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!
Paid holidays?
Check
Paid parental leave?
Check
Paid birthdays off?
Check
Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1?
Check and check
Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community. 01
Do you possess a Professional (PHR) or Senior Professional Human Resources (SPHR) Human Resources Certification or comparable HR certification?
Yes No
02
Do you possess a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Driver's License)?
Yes No
03
Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).
No High School Diploma High School Diploma or GED Non/degree accredited Associates Bachelors Masters Juris Doctorate Doctorate
04
Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.
No experience 1 to less than 6 months 6 to less than 12 months 1 year to less than 2 years 2 years to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 4 years 4 years to less than 5 years 5 years to less than 6 years 6 years to less than 7 years 7 years to less than 8 years 8 years to less than 9 years 9 years to less than 10 years 10 years to less than 11 years 11 years to less than 12 years 12 years to less than 13 years 13 or more years
05
Do you possess the supervisory experience outlined in the minimum requirements? If you have successfully completed the City of Albuquerque's Pre-Management Development Program (PMDP), please include two (2) additional years in your supervisory experience (attach certificate, if applicable).
Yes No
Required Question
$74,172.80 - $77,896.00 Annually Location :
Albuquerque, NM Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
2600100 Department:
Family & Community Services Division:
FC-Community Ctrs - Supervisio Opening Date:
07/29/2025 Closing Date:
8/12/2025 11:59 PM Mountain Bargaining Unit:
NU
Position Summary
Oversee and coordinate departmental Human Resources activities including recruitment, staffing; manage and monitor departments' labor/employee relations programs; provide professional consultation to the Director, managers and supervisors in matters pertaining to employment law, discipline, conflict resolution and grievance/arbitration process; possess working knowledge of bargaining unit contracts and their interpretation; may oversee and manage departmental payroll functions. Support organizational effectiveness by partnering with central Human Resources to provide departmental advice and guidance that results in alignment of citywide objectives.
Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements
Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in human resources, labor relations, industrial relations, public administration, or business administration;
and
Five (5) years of human resources experience in at least three (3) of the following specialty areas:
grievance hearings and arbitration collective bargaining negotiations analyzing and providing guidance on collective bargaining agreements and their implementation and interpretation labor relations or employment compliance staffing/recruiting classification/compensation;
and To include
two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Professional Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional Human Resources (SPHR) Certification or comparable HR certification preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire. Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire. Preferred Knowledge
Human Resources Information Systems Employment Law & Hiring Practices Classification/Compensation methods and procedures Arbitration and Union Contract Negotiations Labor Relations and employment contract law Employee Relations principles, practices, methods and programs City of Albuquerque Personnel Rules and Regulations, policies and procedures Administrative hearing procedures and processes Intermediate to advanced computer and software programs applicable to assigned area Operational characteristics of an Employee Relations program Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations pertaining to fair labor practices and employment laws Principles and practices of labor relations including employee grievance, administration, negotiation theories and techniques, and collective bargaining Preferred Skills & Abilities
Effectively negotiate terms and conditions of employment Prepare and present arguments for grievances Interpret a variety of fair labor laws and practices Interpret City of Albuquerque Personnel Rules and Regulation, Merit System Ordinance, and Labor Management Ordinance Interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures Provide guidance and assistance regarding Human Resources policies and procedures, rules and regulations Develop, interpret and maintain relevant policies and procedures Provide administrative support to staff in the preparation for grievance procedures Lead and functionally supervise staff Support organizational effectiveness by partnering with central human resources to provide departmental advise and guidance that results in alignment of citywide objectives Perform technical research, including statistical and wage and hour analyses, and document information and procedures Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing and Human Resources Information Systems Recruit, qualify and staff positions Maintain confidentiality of work Communicate clearly and concisely Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Total Rewards. Total You.
The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!
Paid holidays?
Check
Paid parental leave?
Check
Paid birthdays off?
Check
Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1?
Check and check
Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community. 01
Do you possess a Professional (PHR) or Senior Professional Human Resources (SPHR) Human Resources Certification or comparable HR certification?
Yes No
02
Do you possess a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Driver's License)?
Yes No
03
Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).
No High School Diploma High School Diploma or GED Non/degree accredited Associates Bachelors Masters Juris Doctorate Doctorate
04
Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.
No experience 1 to less than 6 months 6 to less than 12 months 1 year to less than 2 years 2 years to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 4 years 4 years to less than 5 years 5 years to less than 6 years 6 years to less than 7 years 7 years to less than 8 years 8 years to less than 9 years 9 years to less than 10 years 10 years to less than 11 years 11 years to less than 12 years 12 years to less than 13 years 13 or more years
05
Do you possess the supervisory experience outlined in the minimum requirements? If you have successfully completed the City of Albuquerque's Pre-Management Development Program (PMDP), please include two (2) additional years in your supervisory experience (attach certificate, if applicable).
Yes No
Required Question