Job Description
Employment Type:
Full timeShift:
Day ShiftDescription:
POSITION PURPOSE
Serves as a deployable, seniorlevellabor relationsconsultant,respondingtomedium-risk,system wide and/or RHM/organizationlabor relationsneeds.Responsible formanaging andoverseeing multipleandvaried laborcontracts(100 to 600 union members)and providingconsultationto Human Resources Business Partners (HRBPs),RHM executives and leadership teams on complex labor relations matters where content and subject-matterexpertiseareneeded. In partnership with the lead consultant developsstrategic and tactical recommendations for workplace environment improvementeffortsthat are specifically tailored to address short-term RHM/organizational needs, whileremainingaligned and supportive of Trinity Health's long-term labor relations strategy. Deliversbest practice
approachesthatcultivatepositivecolleagueand labor relations,includingadherence to HR policies, compliance with regulatory and policy requirements and standards,andinvestigationsof complex labor andcolleaguerelations matters.Work assignments aregenerallychallenging,difficultandcomplex often requiring direction and collaborative guidance withsomelatitude to consider whether new procedures may need to be developed,consistent with current policies and existing principlesin order toachieve desired end results.Incumbents are expected topossessconsiderable knowledge of labor relations methods, practices and techniquesin order toestablishplans,determinepriorities and processes needed toaccomplishthose specificobjectivesthat are aligned with the organization's operations,policiesand mission.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Knows, understands, incorporates, anddemonstratesthe Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.
Providesexpertiseand labor relations consultationin planning, defining and validating ofexistingprograms and initiatives, includingshort-term labor relationsstrategydevelopment and implementationin conjunction with theLead Labor Relations Consultant,COE leaders, HRBPs, and RHM executives and leadership teamsto best address the emergent labor relations needs of the system and/or RHM/organizationsandto fosterpositivecolleaguerelations.
Providesguidanceandconsulting onmedium-riskdailylabor relations activities and mattersthat may have asubstantialfinancial impactacross the organization. Partnerswith legal counsel and corporatecommunications, whenappropriate, to design, develop anddisseminatelabor relationsprogram and policy information to leadership, the organization or affected group(s) and individuals.
Responsible for and leads medium-risk labor relations bargaining and contract negotiation including contract interpretation.
Provides strategic supportand consultationon medium-risk progressive labor relations issues such as bargaining, contract negotiation preparation, planning and performance, and contract interpretation. Performs labor relations data collection, tracking,maintenanceand analysis, as needed to support local labor relations needs and initiatives.
Conductscolleagueand labor relations relatedinvestigationswhere additional expertiseis required,particularlyin conjunction with external agency/organization claims.
Develops anddisseminateslabor relations communication materialsand performs evaluative analysis of programs and their impacts.Designs,developsand implements labor relations programsbybuilding tools and processes; conducts periodic evaluations of the program, and promotes and fosters a positive work environment to minimize the risk.
Provides support and consultation on medium-riskgrievances, mediation, and arbitration initiatives.
Develops and delivers complex labor relations education and awareness programs for all management levels; conducts vulnerability assessments toidentifyand remedy medium risk opportunities for workplace environment improvement.Provides strategic guidance in creating positive colleague relationships in order to develop an engaged and committed workforce.
Workswith other COEson the design, development, implementation, delivery and ongoing evaluation of strategyand tactics,toolsand approaches, from a labor relations perspective. Collaborates in the design, development and delivering of learning and engagement programs to equipleaders and managers with the requisitecolleague andlabor relations knowledgefor daily workplace application.
Serves as a technical resource,providing consultative support during times of Mergers, Divestitures & Acquisitions (MD&A) activities, as needed, includingdeterminethe impact of MD&A transactions on union status, Collective Bargaining Agreements, documented dealobjectivesand strategyregardinglabor relations.
Keeps abreast of labor trends,tacticsand best practices;maintainsprofessional development through professional affiliations, seminars, and workshops.Maintains knowledge of, including changes in or to, federal and state labor laws and regulations, NLRB decisions, as well as federal and state health care laws and regulations.
Maintains an advancedknowledge of applicable Federal,Stateand local laws/regulations; the Trinity Health Integrity and Compliance Program and Code of Conduct; as well as other policies and proceduresin order toensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest,ethicaland professional behavior.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management,Labor or Industrial Relations,BusinessAdministrationor a related field,with five (5)to seven (7)years of progressively responsible labor relations experience, including collective bargaining and program developmentor equivalent combination of education and experience.Master’s degreein Human Resources,Labor and Industrial Relationsora related field,Juris Doctorate,LL.B, ordegree preferred.
Seasonedspecialized knowledgeof labor relations,human resources practices and employment laws and regulations.Considerable knowledge of labor relations, collective bargaining, disputeresolutionand techniques for fostering a positive and collaborative culturerequired.
Priorhealth-careexperience preferred.
Considerable experience(five (5) to seven (7)years)negotiating union contracts and managing grievances, arbitrations,campaignsand NLRB proceedings.
Ability to work independently and make sound confident business decisions as they relate to labor issues.
Work assignments aregenerally challenging,difficultand complex with some latitude to consider whether new procedures may need to be developed; however, which may alsonecessitatedirection and collaborative guidance.
Ability to understand organizational structure, business operations,financial impact/analysis-bottom line understanding.
Ability to respond to variable situations requiring analytical, interpretative,evaluativeand constructive thinking abilities.Progressivelogical and deductive reasoning abilities.
Exceptional interpersonal, consultative and relationship building skills in order toeffectively represent colleague and labor relations, often in highly sensitive situations, and to discuss and resolve related complex issues. Ability to effectively influence results, and garner support. Extremelyhigh levelof diplomacy and tact are required. Ability to read the subtle nuances of situation and react/plan accordingly.
Exceptional writtenand verbal communication skills and oral presentation skills for varied interactions.Ability to influenceandanticipatethe needs of others while acting as a subject matter expert. Ability to coach,mentorand provide guidance tocolleagues across multiple levels of the organization.
Proficiencyin Office365.
Must beable tomaintainthe highest confidentiality with extremely sensitive data.
Consultative and relationship building skills in order to initiate and develop productive working partnerships with management and staff.Ability to read the subtle nuances of situations and react/plan accordingly.
Provencustomer-serviceorientation. Ability to understand customer requirements and exercise judgment in meeting reasonable expectations.
Ability to supporta changemanagement and process improvement work environment.
Abilityto continuously learn andseekpersonal and professional growth opportunities inCOEto build credibility with customers,peersand team members.
Ability to modelbehavior that enables and encourages an environment filled with teaming and knowledge sharing to supportcolleagueempowerment and personal growth.
Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment. Demonstrated Team Player.
Mustpossessa personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Must be able to set and organizeownworkpriorities andadapt to them as they change frequently. Must be able to work concurrently on a variety of tasks/projects in an environment that may be stressful with individuals having diverse personalities and work styles.
Must be able to travel extensively(approximately 75% of the time), with minimal advance notice and adapt to unique working conditions and environments across the various Trinity Health sitesas,needed.
Mustpossessthe ability tocomply withTrinity Health policies and procedures.
Pay Range- $122,855- $202,711
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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