Manager, Labor Relations

Summary Under the direction of the Director, Labor Relations, manages the activities and services of the Labor Relations staff; makes policy recommendations on Labor Relations matters; assists the Director in representing AHS in negotiations by serving as the first or second chair in labor negotiations; serves as Chief Advocate in arbitration hearings; reviews and compiles responses to Requests for Information from unions; prepares presentations and memoranda for senior leadership; assists in resolution processes and maintains relationships with employee organizations; and, in consultation with the Director, Labor Relations Consultants, and HR Business Partners, provides technical advice to management and employees regarding laws and agreements affecting employment conditions. DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Coordinates the timely and accurate production of labor relations statistics, issues, and cases, ensuring necessary reporting to hospital leadership. Reviews statistics quarterly to identify trends or issues requiring action. Supervises Labor Relations Consultants, contractors, and administrative staff, assigning tasks, providing guidance, and evaluating performance. Coordinates cases with legal counsel as needed, modifying responses and advising stakeholders to achieve hospital objectives while minimizing risks. Manages multiple contracts, interprets collective bargaining agreements, and represents management in grievance negotiations and settlements. Advises supervisors on grievance procedures and coordinates hearing processes. Provides training on labor relations matters. Offers guidance to employees and managers on employee relations, dispute resolution, disciplinary actions, and collective bargaining agreements. Assists with policy interpretation and mediates with employees and union representatives. Conducts formal leader training on labor relations to ensure management readiness. Leads union-management contract negotiations, developing strategies and communication plans post-ratification. Develops and presents negotiation strategies considering broader organizational factors and trains management on agreement impacts. Coordinates with negotiating teams, departments, and other stakeholders during negotiations. Stays updated on labor laws, court decisions, and trends affecting the sector. Prepares documents and spreadsheets supporting labor relations functions, including logs and costing analyses. Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education : Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution; Juris Doctorate preferred. Alternatively, four years of progressively responsible labor relations experience, including at-the-table negotiations as first chair, may substitute for the degree. Required Experience : Six years of experience in an employee or labor relations environment. Preferred Experience : Two years in a supervisory role.

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