Labor Relations Mgr

American Electric Power•Gahanna, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The LR Manager will be responsible for maintaining a working relationship with the union representatives in the assigned area and handling all labor relations activities for that area which may include represented employees or unrepresented employees. The primary activities will include labor contract negotiations and administration, administration of the union and non-union grievance procedures, participating in grievance arbitrations, defense of labor board actions.

Requirements

Five or more years of progressive experience in Labor Relations or related fields with a significant Labor focus.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Exhibit a high degree of organization and accountability.
Possess thorough knowledge of state and federal laws.
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with managers, union leaders and employees.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in labor/industrial Relations or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develops bargaining strategies for labor contract negotiations in coordination with management.
Arranges for and schedules contract negotiations with the various union locals.
Serves as chief spokesperson in labor contract negotiations.
Prepares, coordinates the printing of, and distributes new labor agreements.
Proposes changes to and prepares employee handbook supplements for the non-union locations in association with management.
Administers the grievance procedures for non-union and union facilities, including administration of a database of grievances.
Provides counsel to and assists management in preparing responses to employee grievances.
Represents management in the last step of the non-union and union grievance meetings.
Serves as management's advocate at arbitration and prepares hearing briefs in support of management's case.
Investigates, researches and prepares for Labor Board issues as assigned.
Provides advice and counsel to management personnel in the administration and interpretation of labor agreements, employee handbooks and supplements, and policies applicable to union and non-union employees.
Provides advice and counsel to management regarding investigations related to both union and non-union employees.
Plans, directs and executes management's information campaign to counter union organizing activities.