Director of Labor Relations (or Assistant General Counsel for Labor Relations)
| Position Title: | Director of Labor Relations (or Assistant General Counsel for Labor Relations) |
| Location: | Big Rapids (Main Campus) |
| Department: | 80200 - Govt Relations Admin |
| Advertised Salary: | $130,000-$140,000. Salary commensurate with education, experiences and other requirements. |
| Benefits: | Comprehensive benefits package (health care, vacation, etc.). Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position. Admin / Admin Temp Benefit Plans |
| FLSA: | Exempt |
| Temporary/Continuing: | Continuing |
| Part-Time/Full-Time: | Full-Time |
| Union Group: | N/A |
| Term of Position: | 12 Month |
| At Will/Just Cause: | At Will |
| Summary of Position: | The Director of Labor Relations leads the university's strategy regarding unionized employees, acting as the primary negotiator and liaison with labor unions. They are responsible for collective bargaining, administering labor contracts, managing grievances, ensuring compliance with labor laws (e.g., state laws), and maintaining positive labor-management partnerships. |
| Position Type: | Staff |
| Required Education: | Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in labor relations, human resources, business, or a related field. |
| Required Work Experience: | Five years professional work experience in the field of labor relations. Must have experience negotiating collective bargaining agreements as the chief/assistant spokesperson and preparing for arbitrations. Must have demonstrated interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills. |
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| Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered: | Master’s degree or Juris Doctorate or equivalent. Professional work experience in education and/or public sector. |
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| Marginal Duties/Responsibilities: | Serve on various University committees as requested |
| Skills and Abilities: | Expertise in collective bargaining, handling grievances, and negotiating with labor unions. Labor Law Compliance: Thorough understanding of federal and state labor laws, regulations, and guidelines, such as the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA). Conflict Resolution and Mediation: Ability to handle complex, emotionally charged disputes and mediate grievances effectively. Strategic Communication: Exceptional verbal and written skills to articulate policies, manage internal communications, and build trust with stakeholders, including union leaders, employees, and management. Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic, and life experiences. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills |
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: | Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of an unofficial transcript of Bachelor's degree. Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained and degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript. PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY: Applications should include a letter of interest and curriculum vitae. All applicants must also complete a full application on the Ferris website at Director of Labor Relations (or Assistant General Counsel for Labor Relations). Applications and nominations will be accepted until the position is filled. Confidential review of materials and screening of candidates will begin immediately. Harris Search Associates is assisting Ferris State University for this search. Please contact Eric Christ, Senior Consultant (eric@HarrisSearch.com, cell: 614-800-9974) for further details. Phone: 614-798-8500 |
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