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Lifepoint Health®

Labor Relations Manager

Lifepoint Health®, Kennewick, Washington, United States, 99536

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Lifepoint Health® . This position offers a competitive salary based on skills and experience, with full-time benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Base Pay Range $55.00/hr – $74.00/hr

Job Details

Job Title: Labor Relations Manager

Job Type: Non‑Exempt

Wage Range: $55.11 – $74.40 per hour

Location: Kennewick, WA

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.

Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave, and a minimum of 10 days paid time off per year (plus 8 paid holidays).

Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, 401(k) retirement package with company match.

Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs).

Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Position Summary The Manager of Labor Relations oversees all labor relations activities across the organization, ensuring adherence to collective bargaining agreements, managing the grievance process, providing education to leadership on union interactions, and promoting effective communication with union representatives. The Manager acts as a strategic advisor to leadership on labor matters and ensures consistent practices across all facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Ensure compliance with all collective bargaining agreements across facilities.

Guide and support managers and HR teams on contract interpretation and application.

Lead and oversee the grievance process, including step meetings, documentation, and resolution strategies.

Provide regular training to facility leaders on labor relations, including communication with union representatives and understanding employee rights under the NLRA.

Collaborate with legal counsel on labor‑related issues as needed.

Monitor and address potential unfair labor practice concerns.

Develop and implement proactive labor strategies to maintain positive union relationships.

Prepare for contract negotiations, including research and strategy sessions.

Conduct periodic audits to ensure contract compliance at the local level.

Disseminate regular labor relations updates and educational materials to facility leaders.

Act as the organization’s primary liaison with union representatives.

Partner with HR and compliance teams to address labor‑related risks and trends.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business, or a related field.

Experience:

Minimum of 3‑5 years in labor relations or a related field; experience with unionized healthcare is strongly preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

Strong knowledge of labor laws and regulations, including the NLRA and FMLA.

Proven ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion and professionalism.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict‑resolution skills.

Willingness to travel as needed to support facilities.

Physical and Mental Demands Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform job responsibilities. The role requires occasional standing, walking, seating for extended periods, handling objects up to 20 pounds, and repetitive upper‑body computer use.

Employment Type Full‑time, Mid‑Senior Level position.

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