Labor Relations Manager

City of Springfield

Springfield, IL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Budget Management, Collective Bargaining, Consulting, Contract Creation, Contract Negotiation, Financial Trend Analysis, Human Resources, Identify Issues, Industrial Relations, Negotiation Skills, Research Skills, Revenue Forecasting, Time Management, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Springfield, IL
POSTED
30+ days ago
  • Reviews current and proposed labor employment and labor legislation that may impact employee relations. Reviews policies regarding employment and labor issues to identify their applicability to labor issues.
  • Evaluates dates, revenue forecasts, employment trends and practices of other jurisdictions for development of a plan of action to serve as the limit of bargainable benefits. Consults with staff of the Office of Human Resources, Office of Budget and Management, and Office of Corporation Counsel to develop plan limits and negotiation strategy.
  • Conducts training sessions for supervisors and managers in issues related to human resources, labor relations, or collective bargaining agreements. Conducts research and investigations regarding alleged employee misconduct as assigned.
  • Advises management of rights and responsibilities under collective bargaining agreements in a tinely and accurate manner. Effectively answers managers'' and supervisors'' questions related to collective bargaining agreements and employment policies in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Serves as negotiator or member of negotiating teams for purposes of collective bargaining with union officials. Primary contact and liaison between union representatives and the City. Develops and directs the application of labor relations policies and procedures for the City of Springfield.
  • Coordinates timely scheduling of and preparation for contract negotiations. Advises the Director of Human Resources and City officials on the status of negotiations and makes recommendations regarding negotiating positions.

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