Labor Relations Rep/Senior Labor Relations Rep

Ameren • Saint Louis, MO

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About The Position

The Labor Relations Representative is responsible for providing leadership with advice and counsel regarding the interpretation of labor-management agreements, company policies, work practices, and supplementary agreements. This role also provides direct support in preparatory and actual contract negotiations processes. Position will be based in St. Louis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university required, preferably in Labor Relations, Human Resources or other related discipline.
• Five or more years of related experience required (e.g., labor contract negotiation and administration, labor strategy, human resources, employee relations, supervising unionized employees).
• Field operations experience preferred.
• An advanced degree in Labor Relations, Human Resources or related discipline may substitute for two years of required experience.
• In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, a minimum of 9 years relevant Ameren field operations experience (e.g., gas/electric operations, power plant, nuclear) with a minimum of three years as an Ameren operations first line supervisor of union employees.
• Sr. Labor Relations Representative: Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university required, preferably in Labor Relations, Human Resources or other related discipline.
• Seven or more years of related experience required (e.g., labor contract negotiation and administration, labor strategy, human resources, employee relations, supervising unionized employees).
• An advanced degree in Labor Relations, Human Resources or related discipline may substitute for two years of required experience.
• In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, a minimum of 11 years relevant Ameren field operations experience (e.g., gas/electric operations, power plant, nuclear) with a minimum of five years as an Ameren operations first line supervisor of union employees.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of business line specific labor contracts preferred.
• Knowledge of the grievance process preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate contracts or agreements preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate contracts or agreements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of the business unit’s labor strategy.
• Assist in the implementation and interpretation of labor agreements and provide contract and/or labor relations training as needed.
• Represent management during the second and third steps of the grievance process.
• Interface with labor representatives to resolve issues.
• Provide direct support to the business unit during contract and other labor negotiations.
• Consult with leadership to address performance problems and/or manage disciplinary issues.

Benefits

• Medical coverage on date of hire
• 100% employer paid cash balance pension plan
• 401(k) with company match fully vested on date of hire
• Minimum of 15 days paid vacation and 12 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave and family caregiver leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees