Lead Labor Relations Specialist (Hybrid)

Northwell Health • New Hyde Park, NY

31d • Hybrid

About The Position

Plays a critical role in developing and implementing labor relations strategies, providing expert guidance to both management and junior team members, and supporting all aspects of labor relations strategy. While facilitating labor agreements, analyzing collective bargaining agreements and providing contract interpretation guidance, this role will also mentor and develop less experienced team members, ensuring consistent application of best practices and fostering a collaborative work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience, required.
• 5-7 years of prior technical experience, preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides guidance and mentorship to junior human resources and labor relations specialists on labor relations, fostering their professional development and ensuring consistent application of best practices.
• Oversees the administration of existing contracts, ensuring compliance and resolving interpretation issues. Provides expert advice to management on contract provisions and their implications.
• Oversees the collection, analysis, and dissemination of information related to labor contract administration and negotiations. Develops and maintains tools and resources for effective contract management. Manages requests for information (RFIs) and ensures accurate and timely responses.
• Serves as the primary liaison with shared services departments and other stakeholders to gather necessary information and ensure alignment on labor relations matters. Builds and maintains strong relationships with union representatives and management.
• Prepares comprehensive reports, presentations, and other communication materials for senior leadership regarding labor contract administration, negotiations, and other labor relations matters. Effectively communicates complex information to diverse audiences.
• Oversees the implementation of new and revised labor contracts, including leading implementation meetings, preparing and updating implementation reports, and tracking progress. Collaborates with stakeholders to ensure smooth and effective implementation.
• Develops and delivers training programs on labor contracts, labor relations practices, and collective bargaining agreement interpretation for both management and employees. Mentors junior team members on training delivery and content development.
• Provides expert guidance and advice to management and HR colleagues on all aspects of labor relations, including contract interpretation, grievance handling, and dispute resolution. Serves as a resource for junior team members, providing support and guidance on complex issues.
• Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees