Johns Hopkins University
Labor Relations Consultant - #Staff
Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Overview
We are seeking a
Labor Relations Consultant
in the Human Resources Office of Employee and Labor Relations. This position reports to the Director of Employee Relations and Labor Relations and provides guidance to management to ensure compliance with Collective Bargaining Agreements and Johns Hopkins University policies and procedures.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Employee and Labor Relations / Administration: Provide advice and guidance to management on labor issues to resolve issues consistent with the relevant CBA and JHU policies and procedures.
Assist management and supervisors in conducting internal investigations into workplace disputes, CBA violations, policy violations, ensuring investigations are fair and impartial and providing guidance on post-investigation recommendations to mitigate risk to JHU.
Advise supervisors, managers, and administrators on disciplinary matters; review disciplinary actions and make sound recommendations to management.
Manage the grievance process, including fact finding, reviewing evidence, serving as hearing officer, and rendering written decisions consistent with the CBA; participate in arbitrations and settlements where appropriate.
Mediate and resolve a high volume of day-to-day labor and employment conflicts; retrieve and maintain appropriate documentation and supporting details for discipline.
Consult with management and staff to interpret policies and procedures and how they apply to individual employee circumstances.
Review JHU policies and CBA to advise management about the appropriate next actions regarding coaching, formal discipline, and/or training.
Understand and manage potential risk; escalate as appropriate. Partner with HR Director(s) and the Provost’s office, General Counsel, and the Office of Institutional Equity to assess risk.
Provide consultative reviews and approval of FMLA correspondence to management relating to employees with ERLR cases with protected LOA and ADA implications; advise employees and management on appeal and grievance issues.
Work with department management on documentation such as disciplinary and performance-based letters (verbal/written warning, suspension, termination), and approvals for changes in hours or work conditions.
Relationship Management
Provide effective active listening and counseling; appreciate the business perspective during the resolution process.
Listen to concerns to provide a portfolio of recommendations for timely and effective resolution.
Create and present action plans with concrete measures to address technical and interpersonal workplace concerns.
Provide one-on-one staff and management coaching on performance improvement and balancing responsibilities.
Counsel employees and management on University policies, CBA, and work rules; ensure consistent interpretation and application.
Recommend ERLR practices to support a positive employer/employee relationship and high employee morale and engagement.
Training
Develop and present trainings on labor relations topics for management to improve understanding and contract administration.
Record Keeping
Maintain the ERLR database, including disciplinary actions, appeals, grievances, risk assessments, RFIs, and policy violations.
Update divisional employee files with accurate documentation such as signed progressive disciplinary letters.
Support the development and maintenance of ERLR employee notification and appointment template letters.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or a relevant field.
Five plus years of progressive experience in a professional human resources capacity, including employee and labor relations experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of theory, methods and applications of contemporary employee relations, labor relations, conflict resolution, diversity, grievance processes, EEO/AA, FASAP, etc.
Effective problem-solving skills to analyze issues and create action plans.
Ability to work with diverse populations at all levels of the institution.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
Maintain confidentiality and handle highly sensitive information.
Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of relevant employment, EEO/AA and other applicable laws and regulations.
ERP experience (e.g., HR Acuity, SAP) desired.
Ability to compile and effectively manage data.
Understanding of service excellence and customer service in a demanding environment.
Technical qualifications or specialized certifications
PHR or SPHR certification preferred.
Classified Title: Employee Relations Specialist
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Labor Relations Consultant
Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PD
Starting Salary Range: $62,900 - $110,100 Annually (Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F/8:30-5:00
Exempt Status: Exempt
Location: Hybrid/Eastern High Campus
Department name: Employee and Labor Relations
Personnel area: University Administration
The listed salary range represents the minimum and maximum Johns Hopkins University offers for this position, based on a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as location, skills, experience, market conditions, education, and internal equity. Not all candidates will qualify for the highest salary in the range.
Johns Hopkins provides a comprehensive benefits package supporting health, career, and retirement. Learn more: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
EEO is the Law
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088EEOCKnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
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Labor Relations Consultant
in the Human Resources Office of Employee and Labor Relations. This position reports to the Director of Employee Relations and Labor Relations and provides guidance to management to ensure compliance with Collective Bargaining Agreements and Johns Hopkins University policies and procedures.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Employee and Labor Relations / Administration: Provide advice and guidance to management on labor issues to resolve issues consistent with the relevant CBA and JHU policies and procedures.
Assist management and supervisors in conducting internal investigations into workplace disputes, CBA violations, policy violations, ensuring investigations are fair and impartial and providing guidance on post-investigation recommendations to mitigate risk to JHU.
Advise supervisors, managers, and administrators on disciplinary matters; review disciplinary actions and make sound recommendations to management.
Manage the grievance process, including fact finding, reviewing evidence, serving as hearing officer, and rendering written decisions consistent with the CBA; participate in arbitrations and settlements where appropriate.
Mediate and resolve a high volume of day-to-day labor and employment conflicts; retrieve and maintain appropriate documentation and supporting details for discipline.
Consult with management and staff to interpret policies and procedures and how they apply to individual employee circumstances.
Review JHU policies and CBA to advise management about the appropriate next actions regarding coaching, formal discipline, and/or training.
Understand and manage potential risk; escalate as appropriate. Partner with HR Director(s) and the Provost’s office, General Counsel, and the Office of Institutional Equity to assess risk.
Provide consultative reviews and approval of FMLA correspondence to management relating to employees with ERLR cases with protected LOA and ADA implications; advise employees and management on appeal and grievance issues.
Work with department management on documentation such as disciplinary and performance-based letters (verbal/written warning, suspension, termination), and approvals for changes in hours or work conditions.
Relationship Management
Provide effective active listening and counseling; appreciate the business perspective during the resolution process.
Listen to concerns to provide a portfolio of recommendations for timely and effective resolution.
Create and present action plans with concrete measures to address technical and interpersonal workplace concerns.
Provide one-on-one staff and management coaching on performance improvement and balancing responsibilities.
Counsel employees and management on University policies, CBA, and work rules; ensure consistent interpretation and application.
Recommend ERLR practices to support a positive employer/employee relationship and high employee morale and engagement.
Training
Develop and present trainings on labor relations topics for management to improve understanding and contract administration.
Record Keeping
Maintain the ERLR database, including disciplinary actions, appeals, grievances, risk assessments, RFIs, and policy violations.
Update divisional employee files with accurate documentation such as signed progressive disciplinary letters.
Support the development and maintenance of ERLR employee notification and appointment template letters.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or a relevant field.
Five plus years of progressive experience in a professional human resources capacity, including employee and labor relations experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of theory, methods and applications of contemporary employee relations, labor relations, conflict resolution, diversity, grievance processes, EEO/AA, FASAP, etc.
Effective problem-solving skills to analyze issues and create action plans.
Ability to work with diverse populations at all levels of the institution.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
Maintain confidentiality and handle highly sensitive information.
Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of relevant employment, EEO/AA and other applicable laws and regulations.
ERP experience (e.g., HR Acuity, SAP) desired.
Ability to compile and effectively manage data.
Understanding of service excellence and customer service in a demanding environment.
Technical qualifications or specialized certifications
PHR or SPHR certification preferred.
Classified Title: Employee Relations Specialist
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Labor Relations Consultant
Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PD
Starting Salary Range: $62,900 - $110,100 Annually (Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F/8:30-5:00
Exempt Status: Exempt
Location: Hybrid/Eastern High Campus
Department name: Employee and Labor Relations
Personnel area: University Administration
The listed salary range represents the minimum and maximum Johns Hopkins University offers for this position, based on a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as location, skills, experience, market conditions, education, and internal equity. Not all candidates will qualify for the highest salary in the range.
Johns Hopkins provides a comprehensive benefits package supporting health, career, and retirement. Learn more: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
EEO is the Law
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088EEOCKnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
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