Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, or related field; Master's preferred and a minimum of 8 years of related experience.
Strong knowledge of labor laws and regulations, including the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA).
Demonstrated ability to develop labor relations strategies supporting business objectives.
Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills with a focus on building relationships with union officials.
Excellent communication skills for effective engagement with employees, managers, and union representatives.
Analytical and problem-solving skills for data analysis and improvement recommendations.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement labor relations strategies aligned with business objectives.
Serve as the primary contact for union-related matters and foster positive labor relations.
Negotiate collective bargaining agreements and maintain relationships with union officials.
Provide guidance to management on interpreting and applying collective bargaining agreements.
Ensure compliance with labor laws and stay updated on legal changes.
Investigate and respond to union grievances and labor-related issues.
Train managers and supervisors on labor relations and union-management relations.
Benefits
Bonus eligible up to 10%.
Remote work opportunity with 30% travel.
Comprehensive benefits package (details on the careers site).
Full Job Description
Job Description
Sr. Labor Relations Manager
Annual Compensation: $150,000.000 - $180,000.00 DOE
Location: Remote + Up to 75% Travel
This position is bonus eligible up to 10%
This role will be responsible for developing and implementing labor relations strategies and programs that support the overall business objectives. This role will serve as the company's primary contact, First Chair negotiator, for union-related matters and will collaborate with HR colleagues, business leaders, and union representatives to promote positive labor relations and resolve disputes.
Responsibilities:
Develop and implement labor relations strategies and programs that support the company's overall business objectives.
Serve as the company's primary contact, extensive First Chair Negotiator for union-related matters and collaborate with union representatives to promote positive labor relations and resolve disputes.
Develop and maintain relationships with union officials and negotiate collective bargaining agreements.
Provide guidance and support to management on labor relations matters, including interpreting and applying collective bargaining agreements and managing grievance procedures.
Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws and regulations and keep abreast of changes in the legal and regulatory environment.
Investigate and respond to union grievances, complaints, and other labor-related issues.
Provide training to managers and supervisors on labor relations topics, including union avoidance and union-management relations.
Analyze and report on labor relations metrics and trends and provide recommendations for improvement.
Partner with HR colleagues to develop and implement policies and procedures related to labor relations.
Up to 75% travel may be required
Qualifications:Education & Industry Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, or related field; Master's Degree in Business Administration or related field (preferred) and minimum of 8 years of related experience.
Strong knowledge of labor laws and regulations, including the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) and other relevant statutes and regulations.
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement labor relations strategies and programs that support business objectives.
Strong First Chair negotiation and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with union officials.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with employees, managers, and union representatives.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data and make recommendations for improvement.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
About Global Medical Response
Global Medical Response (GMR) is a leading medical transportation company that provides emergency and non-emergency medical services across the United States. The company operates through its subsidiaries, including American Medical Response (AMR), Rural Metro Fire, Air Evac Lifeteam, and Guardian Flight. GMR provides ambulance services, air medical transport, fire protection, and other medical transportation services to hospitals, healthcare facilities, and government agencies. The company has a fleet of more than 7,000 vehicles and aircraft and employs over 38,000 people. GMR is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
