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Labor Relations Representative

Ameren Missouri has been providing electric and gas service for more than 100 years, and our electric rates are among the lowest in the nation. Ameren Missouri's mission is to power the quality of life for our 1.2 million electric and 132,000 natural gas customers in central and eastern Missouri. Our service area covers 64 counties and more than 500 communities including the greater St. Louis area.

Our benefits include:

• 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

Visit our Benefits & Perks Page for more information on benefits provided to regular full-time employees.

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.

Key responsibilities include:

• 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.

Qualifications

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.

In addition to the above qualifications, the successful candidate will demonstrate:

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

The Labor Relations Representative works a standard day-shift in an office and/or field environment. Role may require significant travel and/or alternate work schedule based on business needs.

Ameren's selection process includes a series of interviews and may include a leadership assessment process. Specific details will be provided to qualified candidates.

*Salary/market rate dependent upon selected applicant's qualifications

Compensation Range:

$88,500.00 - $172,200.00

* This pay range encompasses multiple levels of the role. Career level and compensation depends upon applicant's credentials.

At Ameren, base salary is one component of a competitive compensation package for employees. Our pay ranges are broad to allow for movement within our organization and to accommodate different skill sets and levels of expertise. We take into consideration a variety of factors including, but not limited to, skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, and internal equity when determining the base salary offered. Roles are eligible for additional rewards including annual incentive payments based on individual and company performance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, military service or status, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other class, trait, or status protected by law.