Labor Relations and Office Support Coordinator

State of Montana • Helena, MT

10h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a detail oriented and proactive Labor Relations and Office Support Coordinator to join our State Office of Labor Relations team. The State Office of Labor Relations within the State Human Resources Division, provides services on behalf of all executive branch agencies. As the Governor’s designated representatives in collective bargaining, office members:
Negotiate the biennial pay package for state employees;
Negotiate collective bargaining agreements for each of the state's bargaining units;
Assist agencies administering those agreements; and
Represent state government in administrative hearings and labor arbitrations.
This position will support the Chief Labor Negotiator, Labor Attorney, and Senior Labor Negotiator by providing office support functions, including meeting management and preparation, office communications, and document and record management. This position also tracks and supports collective bargaining agreement negotiations. As time permits, this position will provide support functions to the State Human Resources Central HR team, including website maintenance and policy and resource formatting.
The successful candidate should be particularly adept at managing a dynamic range of responsibilities and have a particular affinity for seeking growth opportunities. If you thrive working in a dynamic office environment, with a broad scope of responsibilities, consider applying for this position today.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree with coursework emphasizing human resources, writing composition, and other related business subjects; AND Substantive experience related to union activities and other collective bargaining topics; OR Alternate combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to interact with employees, managers, and others in both positive and challenging situations.
• Proficient in using Adobe and Microsoft Office software suite with advanced skills in Word and Outlook.
• Ability to learn software programs and perform updates to websites.
• Effective proofreading, formatting, and editing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, as this position has frequent contact and access to confidential information.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with division staff, union representatives, other agency staff, and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated accuracy and thoroughness to ensure quality work output.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple competing priorities and ensure sometimes overlapping deadlines are met.
• Appropriate identification and resolution of problems within areas of responsibility.
• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures such as file and record management, taking meeting minutes, and other office procedures.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate the biennial pay package for state employees
• Negotiate collective bargaining agreements for each of the state's bargaining units
• Assist agencies administering those agreements
• Represent state government in administrative hearings and labor arbitrations
• Provide office support functions, including meeting management and preparation, office communications, and document and record management
• Track and support collective bargaining agreement negotiations
• Provide support functions to the State Human Resources Central HR team, including website maintenance and policy and resource formatting

Benefits

• Work/life Balance
• Health Coverage
• Retirement plans
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) – Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF.

What This Job Offers

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