Labor Relations Counsel

Endeavor Air • Minneapolis, MN

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About The Position

The Labor Relations Counsel will provide knowledgeable counsel on employment law, collective bargaining, and compliance while partnering with operational leaders to foster positive employee relationships. This position influences labor strategy, ensures legal compliance, and supports operational excellence through collaborative leadership. The incumbent will mentor the Labor & Employee Relations Consultants and HR compliance team in a matrixed capacity, providing guidance and direction to drive consistency and best practices across the organization.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school required as well as 5 – 7 years of employee relations and labor relations experience, with experience working with the Railway Labor Act in an airline setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of labor and employment law, including state and federal leave and disability and discrimination laws (FMLA, ADA, Title VII, and various state Human Rights and Civil Rights Acts).
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate well with all levels of employee work groups.
• Solid computer skills needed, including knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and HRIS systems.
• Experience leading teams (directly and/or indirectly) and matrix organizational relationships to achieve common goals toward positive employee relationships with employees.
• Excellent negotiation skills and experience as first or second chair in labor negotiations.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to multi-task.
• Must be able to build and support relationships with all levels of Endeavor leadership and union counterparts. Position requires a prominent level of integrity and ability to build trust.
• Must be able to work extra hours including weekends/holidays, and travel when necessary.
• Some physical exertion such as pulling, pushing, reaching, bending, sitting, standing, walking, and lifting, such as boxes, bags, and electronic equipment not in excess of 30 pounds.
• May involve long periods of sitting.
• Work is performed in a typical office environment subject to critical deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• experience working with the Railway Labor Act in an airline setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides advice, consultation, and direction to Endeavor Leaders to resolve employee relations issues involving a variety of areas such as, corrective action, workplace behavior, performance, and attendance. Supports and mentors Labor & Employee Relations Consultants (LERCs) in the conducting of internal investigations and preparation of investigative reports.
• Responds to employment law issues and is responsible for updating and consistent application of all Endeavor employment-related policies.
• Directly involved with the administration and interpretation of the collective bargaining agreements, including representing Endeavor at grievance hearings, mediation, and arbitration. Coordinates and manages arbitration under applicable collective bargaining agreements.
• Provide support for and represent management in various collective bargaining activities with Endeavor union groups. This will include researching bargaining history and preparation of Company contract proposals, Memoranda of Understanding, and Letters of Agreement.
• Research and prepare Employer Position Statements in response to charges presented through city, state, and federal agencies (EEOC, Department of Labor, various state Departments of Human Rights), and administrative hearings such as unemployment.
• Serve as a liaison with Delta Legal and outside counsel in various employment-related litigation.
• Ensures Endeavor’s ongoing legal compliance with all local, state, and federal laws and ordinances, as well as Endeavor/Delta Policies pertaining to document retention, information security, and privacy. Provide support and counsel to executive leadership on these issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free or reduced-rate travel privileges on Delta Air Lines and 80+ air carriers worldwide for employees and eligible family members
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 401(k) with Company Match starting on Day 1
• Operational Performance Rewards (OPR) Program
• Life and AD&D Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and voluntary supplementary benefit options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees