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Responsible for supporting the delivery of effective employee and labor relations services by implementing strategies aligned with organizational objectives. Partners with HR leadership and department managers to address labor-related issues, facilitate resolution of employee concerns, and ensure consistent application of policies and procedures. Provides guidance and practical solutions to help achieve organizational goals and maintain a positive work environment across the medical center.

Position Summary

Serves as a highly skilled labor relations expert and trusted consultant to Employee & Labor Relations leadership, HR partners, operational leaders, and ELR colleagues. Will serve as the operational lead and subject matter expert for labor relations, guiding day-to-day contract administration and labor service delivery in alignment with Employee & Labor Relations leadership and organizational objectives. Provides advance guidance on contract administration, compliance obligations, management rights, labor strategy, and consistent workforce practices while helping individuals understand risk, make informed decisions, and bring team members, teams, and stakeholders along through education and partnership. Establishes productive relationships with union and management representatives, and ensures consistent administration of collective bargaining agreements. Leads grievance and committee processes, coordinates arbitration, mediation, and unfair labor practice response activity, manages bargaining execution and mid-term agreements, develops labor relations training, and serves as a point of escalation for complex labor matters. Ensures labor and non-labor teams are supported with parity in leadership education, career support, operational guidance, and workforce planning.

 Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business administration/human resources is preferred or equivalent experience. PHR/SPHR or other professional certification preferred. Minimum of 6+ years’ experience in employee and labor relations.  8-12 years experience in labor relations preferred.  Understanding of Ohio and Federal employments laws, reducing risk and ensuring regulatory compliance. Proven ability to provide a high level of professional interaction, collaboration and consultation with all levels of partners and stakeholders. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated ability to build relationships and establish ‘quick’ rapport with all levels of the organization.  Strong consultative style with proven experience supporting multiple areas.  Strong mind-set for continuous improvement and meeting or exceeding customer expectations.

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