POSITION: Manager of Labor Relations
DEPARTMENT: Human Resources
REPORTS TO: Deputy of Labor Relations
SALARY: $107,705 – $136,830
HOW TO APPLY: Please submit a Resume and Cover letter to Shakmanexemptapplications@cookcountyil.gov
OVERVIEW
The Cook County Bureau of Human Resources is seeking a Manager of Labor Relations to join our team. Cook County offers great benefits and the chance to participate in a strong tradition of public service.
ROLE SUMMARY
Under the general supervision of the Deputy of Labor Relations – Bargaining & Policy, oversees the work of the Bargaining & Policy unit. Supervises the Labor Liaison Officers and provides support for the Senior Labor Liaison Officers. Coordinates and directs the workflow of the Bargaining & Policy Unit to ensure proper distribution of work, and reviews task list of Labor Officers to ensure that projects and assignments are completed on time. Reviews, manages, and approves Labor Officer assignments and scheduling as necessary to ensure adequate coverage at the various work sites. Works with department and agency leadership to develop and track progress on strategic goals for the Labor Department. Ensures that Labor Officers identify issues to be addressed through collective bargaining, and that Labor Officers are properly counseling management in their assigned areas. Advises the Department on best practices for the day-to-day management and direction of the Bargaining and Policy unit. Ensures implementation of Labor Officer standard operating procedures, as well as identifying and suggesting updates to the SOPs in the ordinary course of business. Represents the Department as it plans and executes change management tasks required to accept, adapt, and support new solutions including effective communication and documentation. Serves as a representative on various committees and tasks on behalf of department leadership. Develops and presents internal and external training for Department and County staff. Consults with the Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer – Director of Labor Relations and Deputy Director in matters of highest confidentiality. Works with the Director of Labor (or designee) in determining negotiation positions, policies, and strategy. Coordinates and attends strategy meetings, negotiation sessions, and assists in the compilation of County negotiation proposals.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Supervises and directs Labor Liaison Officers and provides support and acts as a resource for the Senior Labor Liaison Officers and Deputy Director of Bargaining and Policy.
- Skill in the use of diplomacy and confidentiality while communicating with staff members, department heads, management, employees, and union officials.
- Reviews and recommends policy changes that affect the Offices Under the President and/or Cook County Health and Hospital system.
- Tracks the bargaining files and notes to ensure all confidential bargaining material is maintained in accordance with departmental protocols.
- Creates and manages project plans, schedules, deliverables, status reports, and performance metrics from concept through completion of the projects.
- Conducts performance management of assigned staff.
- Identifies and proposes solutions to existing backlogs and/or barriers to resolution of collective bargaining issues and/or assigned tasks.
- Ensures refinement and implementation of internal processes and procedures related to best practices and accountability.
- Develops recommendations concerning inefficient workflow procedures to rectify any existing or expected problems and concerns.
- In conjunction with department leadership, formulates, implements, and enforces labor and employee standard operating procedures and internal departmental policy.
- Monitors and coordinates the timely preparation of Resolutions for the County Board and Cook County Health and Hospital System Board for approval of wages and contracts.
- Receives and reviews correspondence from various trade organizations regarding annual trade rate changes including prevailing rate.
- Directs and coordinates the implementation of trade rate changes with the appropriate County departments.
- Designs and presents training courses and programs necessary to meet training needs for internal Department staff and external County staff.
- Works with the Director of Labor Relations and Deputy Director in determining negotiation positions, policies, and strategy.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree; and
- Three (3) years of experience in Business Administration, Public Administration, Labor Relations, or related field; and
- Two (2) years of experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Juris Doctor or master’s degree in business administration, Public Administration, Labor, or Human Resources.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Sedentary Work involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.
EMPLOYMENT TERMS:
POST OFFER TESTING: This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen and medical examination.
COVID-19 VACCINATION POLICY: Pursuant to Executive Order 2021-1 and Cook County’s Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, the selected candidate will be required to either submit proof of full vaccination or a request for reasonable accommodation prior to the start of employment.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: This position is exempt from the County’s career service rules, is at-will and political reasons or factors may be considered when taking any employment action. As an employee in a Shakman Exempt Position, if you do not currently live in Cook County, you will have six (6) months from date of hire to establish actual residency within Cook County.
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