HR Labor Relations Specialist

National Steel and Shipbuilding Com•Bremerton, WA

4d•$34 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

This is an on-site position that provides broad human resources support to include employee/union labor relations, onboarding, and leave administration while ensuring compliance with company policies, collective bargaining agreements, and applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. The HR Labor Relations Specialist partners with the HR Manager to support organizational objectives, maintain positive employee relations, and deliver responsive HR services that support operational success. The HR Labor Relations Specialist coordinates HR-related processes but does not serve as the sole administrator or owner of corporate benefits, leave, payroll, or centralized HR programs.

Requirements

Human Resources principles, practices, and employment life cycle processes
Applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including ADA, FMLA, PFMLA, and EEO requirements
HR systems, Microsoft Office applications, and general office procedures
Employee relations principles and workplace investigations
Onboarding, benefits, and leave administration
Interpreting and applying employment laws, HR policies, and collective bargaining agreements
Effective communication with employees, management, applicants, and external partners
Collective bargaining agreement administration
Work independently with minimal supervision
Maintain professionalism and effective working relationships with all levels of personnel
Prioritize work in a fast-paced environment with changing business demands
Identify issues, research information, and escalate concerns appropriately
Ability to maintain the highly confidential nature of human resources
Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible Human Resources experience supporting employee relations, compliance, HR operations, and/or labor relations
Regular, reliable attendance is required
Must comply with all company safety, security, and regulatory requirements
Must be able to obtain and maintain required site access credentials, including DBIDS or CAC access if applicable
Must become familiar with and comply with the Employee Handbook, Standards of Business Ethics and Conduct, and collective bargaining agreements
Regular, reliable attendance on-site is an essential function of the job.
Must have dependable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
Associate degree with equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Experience in supporting a manufacturing, industrial, shipyard, or unionized workforce preferred
PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent HR certification preferred but not required
Experience with HRIS platforms such as SuccessFactors or PeopleSoft preferred
Weekend work and/or extended hours may be required.
Must be able to access all work locations, including government and private shipyards and/or vessels.

Responsibilities

Provide guidance regarding HR policies, procedures, benefits, and leave administration
Assist with conflict resolution, investigations, corrective action, and performance management
Assist with interpretation of collective bargaining agreements and grievance administration
Coordinate with NASSCO HR Shared Services regarding HRIS transactions, benefits, payroll, compliance, and other centralized HR functions
Maintain employee records and HR documentation in accordance with company and legal requirements
Advise employees and supervisors regarding HR policies and employment-related questions
Support employee investigations, disciplinary actions, and performance management processes
Coordinate leave administration, benefits, communication, and employee support activities
Coordinates employee recognition initiatives
Prepare reports and maintain documentation
Support HR compliance and operational needs
Respond to employee and management inquiries in a timely and professional manner