Employee and Labor Relations Consultant

Employee And Labor Relations Consultant

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Employee and Labor Relations Consultant at its Detroit campus location. Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties) :

• Represent the University in labor negotiations and contractual dispute resolutions with non-academic bargaining units.
• Provide insight and counsel to leaders and business partners on labor and employee relations issues.
• Participate in contract management and contractual dispute resolution, including grievances and arbitrations.
• Identify and present appropriate methods for reaching contract resolution; complete brief and case follow up action as required.
• Prepare related statistical analysis on employee grievances and settlements.
• Oversee the compilation of statistical data and reference documents concerning labor market conditions, labor legislation, prevailing union and management practices, etc.
• Analyze collective bargaining agreements and develop interpretations of intent, spirit and terms of contract to counsel management in the development and application of labor relations policies and practices; formulate recommendations for contract modifications.
• Build effective relationships with University leaders, business partners, union leadership and representatives.
• Provide consultation, advice and support regarding contract provisions, conditions of employment, discipline, discharge, etc.
• Effectively handle employee complaints, escalating matters to disciplinary action when necessary.
• Work towards resolving employee relations issues in the workplace to ensure certain workplace standards are met, and that employee concerns and are addressed.
• Develop training materials for contract administration by line managers.
• Serve as a consultant and liaison to key strategic business partners on compliance with labor agreements, contractual requirements for major organizational changes etc.
• Develop negotiation strategy that reflects the needs of the administration and produces desired results.
• Participate in collective bargaining preparations and negotiations, including identifying and recommending contract revisions, preparing related cost projections, analyzing economic provisions and proposals, initiating the development of University responses, as well as developing and drafting management proposals and counter proposals, and finalizing agreed upon terms.
• Facilitates, leads, and participates in large-scale organizational projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Assists in the design and implementation of business-focused policies, processes, and procedures that are in alignment with University strategies and objectives.
• Perform other duties as required.

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School / College / Division : H49 - Human Resources Primary department : H4801 - Labor Relations Employment type : Regular Employee Job type : Full Time Job category : Staff / Administrative Funding / salary information : Compensation type : Annual Salary Salary hire maximum : $77,115 Working conditions : Number of openings : 1 Background check requirements : University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required. Equal employment opportunity statement : Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, familial status, marital status, height, weight, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The university welcomes applications from persons with disabilities and veterans. Wayne State is an equal opportunity employer.