As an integral part of the terminal's leadership team, the Director, Labor Relations serves as the Terminal Labor Relations representative and is responsible for the planning, oversight, and execution of Labor Relations programs, policies, procedures and all collective bargaining agreements. This position is a point of contact for all terminal labor relations matters. The Director, Labor Relations ensures positive labor-management relations and compliance with all Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA's). This position also administers grievance procedures and provides direction and assistance with all other Terminal labor-related issues.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Oversees management and interpretation of Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA's) and supplements, oversees data analysis process, advises and partners with terminal management to implement overall labor policy and strategies.
Represent FMS on PMA Labor Committees or equivalent.
Develop strong working relationships with elected labor officials and advise FMS management on labor strategies.
Ensure contract compliance at all levels of labor management.
Promotes a collaborative and team first work environment.
Champions safety and is actively engaged with the terminal's Safety Program.
Maintains a climate that attracts, retains and motivates top quality personnel.
Cultivates a culture of focused, hard work and openness while recognizing and rewarding exceptional performance in line with Company policies.
Manages select projects end-to-end from problem analysis to solution identification and implementation.
Weekend, Holiday and Night coverage as required.
CRITICAL QUALIFICATIONS
Communication - Demonstrates skills in both written and oral presentations to a variety of audiences. Outstanding skills with Senior level experience and presence.
Agility - Ability to create and improve important changes rapidly while bringing a problem-solving mindset to any challenging situation. Prior experience in a fast growth environment with a decentralized functional structure.
Collaboration - Ability to work together across boundaries by using influence and negotiation skills. Commitment to working with shared leadership and in cross-functional teams.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Safety First
Collaboration
Verbal & Written Communication
Commitment to Task and Meeting Deadlines
Organization and Planning
Problem Solving
Negotiations
Experienced with computerized operating and financial systems
Strong leadership and strategic planning skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Associate's or bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
Thorough knowledge of related union contracts with extensive experience managing labor.
Personal knowledge of PMA work procedures and compliance activities.
Acquainted with Area Sub-Steering Committee and Coast Sub-Steering Committee, preferred PMA board level understandings.
Ten (10) or more years of related experience with terminal operations, labor management and contract compliance. Ability to negotiate agreements and/or reach consensus with diverse Labor groups. Experience in drafting and writing contracts and contract language.
Direct involvement with ILWU labor workforce including but not limited to MEBA, OCU, OCS, Local 13, Local 63, Local 94, MFOW or equivalent.
Strong communicator in group settings and one-on-one interactions with the ability to resolve conflicts and gain cooperation among competing interest groups.
GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
Knowledge of related laws and regulations / requirements
Handling of multiple mission-critical projects simultaneously and ability to meet deadlines.
Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills, strong cultural awareness.
Drives for results and success, conveys a sense of urgency and drives issues to closure, persists despite obstacles and opposition
Performs other position related duties as specified by management
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
General office setting, typically the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work, usually at a computer terminal - with short breaks or lunch period. However, there may be some bending/stooping, reaching above shoulder level, walking; standing; carrying of light items such as papers, books or packages of up to 25 pounds.
Should be able to hear & speak clearly using phone / headset to communicate with customers; be able to navigate, view & enter information on the computer.
The physical demands listed are intended to provide a general overview of what will be required in the role and are not an exhaustive list of requirements. Fenix Marine Services remains compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will engage in the interactive process for all reasonable accommodation requests to successfully perform the duties of the position
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Willingness to submit to pre-employment background check and drug screening
Compliance with Fenix Marine Services Drug Free Workplace Policies
Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC)