Labor Relations Representative

Pacific Maritime Association • Oakland, CA

6d • $130,000 - $175,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) is a nonprofit mutual benefit corporation that serves as the multi-employer bargaining representative for approximately 75 shipping lines, stevedore companies, and marine terminal operators at ports throughout California, Oregon, and Washington. West Coast ports support approximately 9.2 million U.S. jobs and contribute 12.5% of U.S. GDP. PMA's primary mission is to negotiate and administer collective bargaining agreements with the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) on behalf of its member companies, while also administering payroll and certain benefit programs. PMA is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices in Oakland, Long Beach, Portland, Seattle, and Tacoma.

Requirements

• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Strong ability to build effective working relationships with union representatives, employers, and colleagues.
• Sound judgment and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and commitment to professional growth.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Labor Relations, Political Science, or a related field required.
• Five or more years of labor relations experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
• Must be able to obtain a valid TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification) card upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of the ILWU-PMA Pacific Coast Longshore and Clerk Agreement and Pacific Coast Walking Boss/Foreman Agreement preferred.
• Experience with enterprise systems such as Oracle is preferred.
• Juris Doctor degree is a plus.
• Maritime industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret collective bargaining agreements and provide guidance on the application of contract provisions, labor relations policies, and practices.
• Lead monthly labor-management committee meetings with ILWU representatives and PMA member companies.
• Prepare and distribute time-sensitive communications and coordinate labor relations meetings and events.
• Investigate grievances and disputes and recommend appropriate resolutions.
• Prepare and present employer positions during arbitration proceedings.
• Assist with the investigation of alleged contract violations involving longshore workers and prepare findings and recommendations.
• Compile, analyze, and report labor relations data, including grievances, arbitrations, mediations, and related activities.
• Generate and maintain routine reports from PMA databases.
• Monitor day-to-day administration of contract provisions related to wages, hours, and working conditions.
• Research and provide information on labor legislation, industry trends, labor market conditions, compensation practices, and employee benefits to support collective bargaining and labor relations initiatives.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage through the ILWU-PMA Welfare Plan with no employee premium contributions and low out-of-pocket costs.
• 401(k) plan with a discretionary employer match of: 100% of the first 5% of eligible employee contributions; and 50% of the next 10% of eligible employee contributions.
• Company-paid professional development, training, and industry conferences.
• Auto allowance.
• Discretionary annual bonus opportunity.

What This Job Offers

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