Labor Relations Generalist

Hallcon • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

Hallcon is a transportation and related infrastructure services company serving clients across technology, manufacturing, rail, education, healthcare, airport, public transportation, and other sectors. Its services include multimodal operations, integrated command centers, EV infrastructure, technology integration, analytics, business intelligence, fleet management, specialty cleaning, and rider experience performance.

Reporting to the Senior Director, Labor Relations, the Labor Relations Generalist supports labor relations initiatives across 6,500 employees and 17 collective bargaining agreements in multiple states. The role manages union relationships, employee relations matters, and grievances; advises leadership; and helps ensure compliance with labor laws and negotiated agreements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, labor relations, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in labor or employee relations in a union environment, or a master’s degree in human resources or labor relations.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the executive presence to represent HR in internal and external leadership forums.
• Demonstrated expertise in building cross-functional alignment and resolving conflict.
• Multi-state experience and strong knowledge of employment law.
• Disciplined, organized, and detail-oriented, with the ability to produce accurate and timely work while managing multiple ongoing projects.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in an HR, employee relations, or labor relations role supporting a union workforce, particularly with employee and union disputes and collective bargaining negotiations.
• Thorough knowledge of employment and labor law principles, practices, and applicable regulations, including the National Labor Relations Act.
• Analytical skills to draw sound conclusions from data and anticipate second- and third-order effects when making recommendations.
• Strong organizational skills and proven experience managing HR and labor relations, including employment and labor law, management training, negotiations, and direct interaction with employees and union representatives.
• Strong customer service orientation and responsiveness to internal partners.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and HRIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Senior Director, Labor Relations, to execute strategic HR, labor, and employee relations initiatives.
• Provide guidance on contract administration, labor relations, and interpretation and application of collective bargaining agreements.
• Serve as the primary contact for grievances; track trends, resolutions, and response timelines to maintain consistent responsiveness.
• Advise and support management on grievance procedures, discipline, and just-cause standards.
• Support collective bargaining preparation and negotiations, including researching and drafting proposals, costing economic terms, tracking tentative agreements, and maintaining contract-language redlines.
• Prepare case files, evidence, and witness materials for arbitrations and other third-party proceedings.
• Coordinate with payroll, benefits, and operations to ensure negotiated terms—including wage schedules, seniority, PTO, and benefits provisions—are implemented accurately.
• Develop and deliver manager training on contract compliance, discipline, and labor relations best practices.
• Analyze wage and benefit data and recommend compensation adjustments based on market benchmarks and contractual requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level