Labor Relations Administrator

State of Illinois•Chicago, IL

2d•$8,750 - $10,750•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of the Chief of Staff, the Labor Relations Administrator serves as a key agency resource responsible for administering the agency's labor relations program, investigating and advising on disciplinary matters, interpreting and implementing collective bargaining agreements and HR policies, providing management training and consultation, representing the agency in labor relations matters, and overseeing new employee orientation activities. The position serves as a technical resource to agency leadership and management on labor relations, employee discipline, policy compliance, and related personnel matters. The role is with the Illinois Department of Human Rights, a state agency responsible for enforcing the Illinois Human Rights Act and protecting Illinoisans from unlawful discrimination. The position is based at the agency's Chicago headquarters, with a hybrid schedule of 1 to 5 days per week in the office depending on operational needs. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional travel, including possible overnight stays, is required.

Requirements

Knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to four years of college, with coursework in business or public administration.
Three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in the field of labor relations.
Complete a background check and disclose criminal history.
Ability to travel occasionally, with the possibility of overnight stays.
File a Statement of Economic Interest and a Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest as required by law.

Nice To Haves

Experience in state or federal public sector labor relations.
Familiarity with AFSCME, Teamsters, or other unions representing public sector employees.
Experience conducting workplace investigations or facilitating conflict resolution.
Ability to analyze issues, evaluate precedent, and prepare clear, concise reports.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with management, employees, and union representatives.
Two years of prior supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Administer the agency's Labor Relations program as its spokesperson and agencywide administrator.
Develop, implement, and interpret policies and procedures governing the agency's Labor Relations program.
Establish long- and short-term strategic goals and priorities for the Labor Relations program.
Independently investigate disciplinary action requests filed by supervisors or managers against employees.
Maintain and revise policies, procedures, handbooks, and manuals related to Human Resources and Labor Relations.
Develop, update, and administer the New Employee Orientation program, including creating standardized materials, coordinating presenters, ensuring content accuracy, and delivering orientation sessions.
Perform other duties as required or assigned that are reasonably within the scope of the listed duties.

Benefits

Pension program.
Group health, life, dental, and vision insurance.
Three paid personal business days annually.
Twelve paid sick days annually, with unused sick days carrying over from year to year.
10–25 days of paid vacation annually; 10 days in the first year of employment.
13 paid holidays annually, and 14 in even-numbered years.
Flexible work schedules when available, depending on the position.
12 weeks of paid parental leave.
Deferred compensation supplemental retirement plan.
Optional pre-tax Medical Care Assistance Plan and Dependent Care Assistance Plan.
GI Bill training and apprenticeship benefits eligibility for qualifying veterans.
5% salary differential for bilingual positions.
Commuter Savings Program for Chicago employees.