Senior Labor Relations Specialist

Idaho National Laboratory • Idaho Falls, ID

28d • $95,256 - $234,336 • Onsite

About The Position

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Senior Labor Relations Specialist to support its Labor Relations team. The role supports the laboratory’s mission by fostering productive labor relations, supporting negotiations and problem-solving, and helping maintain a resilient workforce. The team works a 9x80 schedule, with every other Friday off, at Idaho Falls facilities.

The specialist serves as a labor representative for assigned union agreements and participates in collective bargaining, grievance handling, contract drafting and interpretation, dispute resolution, investigations, and arbitration proceedings. The role also develops effective partnerships with union representatives, management, and customers; advises management on labor relations policies and collective bargaining agreement compliance; and may support craft testing and apprenticeship programs, chair labor-management meetings, mentor junior staff, and provide backup for the Labor Relations manager.

This is a multi-level posting. Placement at Level 4 or Level 5 depends on the candidate’s demonstrated experience and skills. The stated pay ranges are $95,256–$195,288 for Level 4 and $114,360–$234,336 for Level 5. Compensation decisions consider education, relevant experience, and other credentials.

Requirements

• Level 4: Bachelor’s degree and 9 years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree and 6 years of relevant experience.
• Level 5: Bachelor’s degree and 14 years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree and 8 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with collective bargaining agreements, the National Labor Relations Act, Service Contract Act, Davis-Bacon Act, Project Labor Agreements, U.S. Department of Labor apprenticeship programs, and FLSA.
• Demonstrated experience in collective bargaining negotiations, including grievance handling, contract language drafting and interpretation, and dispute resolution.
• Good interpersonal skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact with unions and all levels of management.
• Ability to work independently and in stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as labor representative for assigned labor union agreements.
• Participate in and lead collective bargaining negotiations, including grievance handling, contract language drafting and interpretation, and dispute resolution.
• Conduct grievance investigations, formulate responses, and resolve grievances; assist with and lead administration of negotiated grievance procedures and arbitration proceedings.
• Develop and maintain effective relations and partnerships with union representatives, management, and customers, and build consensus on labor relations issues.
• Provide management with information and recommendations regarding labor relations policies and procedures and compliance with collective bargaining agreements.
• Lead preparation for arbitration and litigation, review related documents, and attend grievance meetings.
• May assist with or oversee craft testing and qualification; chair labor-management and contractual meetings; troubleshoot issues; ensure paperwork is completed accurately and on time; and follow up with on-the-job training trainers and foremen regarding needs, issues, and Time-In-Trade.
• May serve as a liaison with the U.S. Department of Labor and Idaho Department of Labor, maintain apprenticeship program compliance, and assist community members with apprenticeship questions and services.
• May serve on outside Apprenticeship Committees, attend meetings, help develop and troubleshoot apprenticeship programs, offer suggestions, and research questions.
• May mentor junior Labor Relations staff and provide backup for the Labor Relations manager as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match for regular positions
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program tuition assistance for eligible positions
• Comprehensive relocation package

What This Job Offers

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