Labor Relations Representative

Avispa Technology•San Francisco, CA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

A leading medical institution is seeking a Labor Relations Representative to support labor and employee relations in a unionized environment. This role will focus on managing employee relations cases, interpreting collective bargaining agreements, handling grievances, and partnering with leadership to ensure compliance and effective labor-management relations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
4+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Hands-on employee relations experience in a unionized environment, including managing high-volume ER cases, writing discipline and corrective action documentation, and coaching managers.
Direct experience working with collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), including handling grievances, union disputes, and applying contract language to real-world situations.
Knowledge of labor and employment laws, negotiation strategies, and dispute resolution practices.
Excellent communication skills and executive presence, with the ability to clearly articulate issues and recommendations to mid- and senior-level leadership.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the public sector or higher education environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage employee relations matters in a unionized environment, including handling grievances, conducting investigations, writing corrective actions, and ensuring documentation is thorough, accurate, and legally defensible.
Interpret and apply collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), support negotiations, and partner with union representatives to resolve disputes while ensuring compliance with labor laws and organizational policies.
Advise and coach managers and supervisors on performance management, disciplinary actions, and employee relations best practices to reduce risk and promote effective workforce management.
Lead or support labor relations activities, including negotiations, training, and dispute resolution, while representing management interests and maintaining positive labor-management relationships.
Analyze complex labor issues, prepare reports and recommendations, and communicate effectively with senior leadership regarding risks, decisions, and outcomes.