Associate Director, Academic Labor Relations

Harvard University • Cambridge, MA

20h • Hybrid

About The Position

This role directs all contract administration efforts for the Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) as the primary FAS liaison for the HAW-UAW collective bargaining agreement. It includes manager support, grievance and disciplinary management, and representation in University-wide committees and future contract negotiations. The Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) is the historic heart of Harvard University, home to its undergraduate and Ph.D. programs, athletics, and continuing education. The FAS supports a community of unparalleled academic excellence across a broad range of liberal arts and sciences disciplines, fostering an environment of ambition, curiosity, and a shared commitment to knowledge and truth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
• Minimum of 8 years’ relevant work experience
• Demonstrated ability in analysis, negotiation, and problem resolution
• Extensive knowledge of labor contracts, personnel policies, mediation, and negotiating
• Excellent communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience in higher education preferred
• Advanced knowledge of federal labor and employment law preferred, including the NLRA, FLSA, FMLA, and ADA

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) point of contact for guidance and interpretation of the collective bargaining agreement between the University and the Harvard Academic Workers - United Auto Workers union (HAW-UAW).
• Assist FAS managers in fulfilling their roles in the grievance process, in coordination with the University’s Office of Labor and Employee Relations and the Office of General Counsel.
• Facilitate contract-related disciplinary investigations.
• Manage FAS information and data requests to and from HAW, working closely with the Office of Labor and Employee Relations.
• Serve as a bargaining team member for any future negotiations of the HAW contract.
• Provide guidance and support for contingency planning related to potential labor disruptions.
• Support the work of committees and other advisory bodies where HAW representatives may participate or have a contractual interest.
• Represent FAS in University-wide committees and forums regarding contract management, including information systems and process enhancements related to academic workers.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off including parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
• Retirement plans with university contributions
• Wellbeing and mental health resources
• Support for families and caregivers
• Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree