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Labor Relations Administrator 2 (PN 20036363)
Ohio Jobs, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43215
Labor Relations Administrator 2
The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) is seeking an experienced Labor Relations Administrator 2 to lead the Department's Labor Relations Unit. Under the general direction of the Deputy Director of Human Resources, this position oversees all aspects of DODD's labor relations and collective bargaining activities, ensuring compliance with relevant state and federal laws, contractual obligations, and agency policies. This position supervises Labor Relations staff in Central Office, coordinates with management across Ohio's Developmental Centers, and serves as a strategic partner to agency leadership in managing employee relations, contract negotiations, grievance handling, disciplinary processes, and related workforce initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Plans, coordinates, and administers the labor relations and collective bargaining program. Develops policies, procedures, and strategies to support organizational goals. Serves as the agencys Drug-Free Workplace Coordinator. Supervises the attendance monitoring process and participates in reviewing FMLA certification requests. Oversees the agency grievance process; writes and reviews grievance responses. Analyzes trends, makes recommendations, and ensures readiness for arbitration. Represents management at Step 3 grievance meetings, mediation, and arbitration. Provides consultation to Central Office and Developmental Center managers on disciplinary actions. Reviews and signs disciplinary letters and packets; recommends levels of discipline. Tracks and analyzes disciplinary trends to improve process effectiveness. Serves as the Directors designee on statewide Labor/Management committees. Coordinates with the Office of Collective Bargaining (OCB) and other state agencies. Participates in labor contract negotiations and agency training assessments. Whats 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. Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth/Adoption leave Education and Development Opportunities Public Retirement Systems Optional Deferred Compensation Qualifications: 30 months experience as Labor Relations Officer 2, 63472. OR 18 months experience as Labor Relations Officer 3, 63473. OR 54 months experience in collective bargaining to include contract administration & management representation with regard to grievances &/or negotiated agreements. OR Completion of an undergraduate core program in human resources management AND 30 months experience in labor relations/collective bargaining which included contract administration & management representation with regard to grievances &/or negotiated agreements. ADA Statement: 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. Drug-Free Workplace: 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.
The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) is seeking an experienced Labor Relations Administrator 2 to lead the Department's Labor Relations Unit. Under the general direction of the Deputy Director of Human Resources, this position oversees all aspects of DODD's labor relations and collective bargaining activities, ensuring compliance with relevant state and federal laws, contractual obligations, and agency policies. This position supervises Labor Relations staff in Central Office, coordinates with management across Ohio's Developmental Centers, and serves as a strategic partner to agency leadership in managing employee relations, contract negotiations, grievance handling, disciplinary processes, and related workforce initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Plans, coordinates, and administers the labor relations and collective bargaining program. Develops policies, procedures, and strategies to support organizational goals. Serves as the agencys Drug-Free Workplace Coordinator. Supervises the attendance monitoring process and participates in reviewing FMLA certification requests. Oversees the agency grievance process; writes and reviews grievance responses. Analyzes trends, makes recommendations, and ensures readiness for arbitration. Represents management at Step 3 grievance meetings, mediation, and arbitration. Provides consultation to Central Office and Developmental Center managers on disciplinary actions. Reviews and signs disciplinary letters and packets; recommends levels of discipline. Tracks and analyzes disciplinary trends to improve process effectiveness. Serves as the Directors designee on statewide Labor/Management committees. Coordinates with the Office of Collective Bargaining (OCB) and other state agencies. Participates in labor contract negotiations and agency training assessments. Whats 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. Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth/Adoption leave Education and Development Opportunities Public Retirement Systems Optional Deferred Compensation Qualifications: 30 months experience as Labor Relations Officer 2, 63472. OR 18 months experience as Labor Relations Officer 3, 63473. OR 54 months experience in collective bargaining to include contract administration & management representation with regard to grievances &/or negotiated agreements. OR Completion of an undergraduate core program in human resources management AND 30 months experience in labor relations/collective bargaining which included contract administration & management representation with regard to grievances &/or negotiated agreements. ADA Statement: 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. Drug-Free Workplace: 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.