Las Vegas Labor Union is seeking to hire a Union Business Administrator to manage to manage the daily business. We are seeking an experienced Union Business Administrator with union experience with employment law in the State of Nevada.
Responsible for cultivating positive Employee Relations by assisting in the development and administration of employee relations activities at the Union. The Union Business Administrator will design, implement, and maintain union contracts to facilitate positive relationships with union employees, and the union representing employees.
Works with leadership and department supervisors to cultivate commitment among department staff, in support of its priorities. By understanding issues of the Union Membership at the department level, functions as a strategic resource of information and support to department management, to resolve concerns. Engages in activities that ensure that Employee Relations is viewed as a beneficial and accessible resource for all Union employees.
Provides advice information, guidance, and assistance to Union leadership in the administration of policies and procedures, performance assessment, contract interpretation, disciplinary and grievance issues including corrective action for a large variety of departments (including those involving high levels of management and are politically or union sensitive).
Responds to questions and problems regarding policy interpretation and implementation. Investigates the issues raised and gathers all pertinent data before making a recommendation. Interprets the collective bargaining agreement for union employees based on an analysis of each situation, maintaining consistency and taking past practices into consideration. Recommends appropriate performance evaluation or disciplinary action as needed.
Assists legal counsel in preparing for and representing the union in arbitrations and third-party proceedings as required. When appropriate testifies on behalf of the Union in arbitrations, particularly in cases involving procedural disputes/issues and policy/contract interpretation. Contacts departments to notify and explain the basis for arbitration decision, and implications for future operational/disciplinary action on the part of management. Initiates follow-up to ensure the arbitrator's decision and settlement agreement is complied with.
Maintains current, detailed, and accurate information on work output within labor. Maintains current and accurate information on the status of assigned Grievances and Arbitrations within the Grievance Log. Maintains organized and orderly case files and files them promptly.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree preferably in Human Resources Management or Labor Relations. Minimum five years of progressive experience in Human Resources of which three years should be in Employee & Labor Relations. Effective oral, and written communication, and interpersonal skills are required.