Labor Relations and EEO Generalist

Job Summary

The Labor Relations and EEO Generalist will assist with labor and employee relations matters by collecting and maintaining documents and records required for contract negotiations, policy development, grievances, and investigations. Works closely with OED, Human Resources, and the unionized departments in resolving routine issues and employee concerns.

Essential Functions

• Provides support to Director, Labor Relations and EEO and the unionized departments on all HR related matters including, but not limited to, employee relations, organization development and change, talent development, compensation, benefits, equal employment opportunity, finance and administration, human resources information systems, payroll, people analytics and talent acquisition
• Collaborates and acts as labor relations liaison with Human Resources Centers of Excellence in the coordination of HR processes while promoting best practices and procedures
• Resolves and mediates issues and employee concerns by providing guidance to employees and management on HR and OED policies and procedures or contract interpretation to ensure a fair and consistent approach
• May conduct initial interviews and gather information for employee and labor relations matters such as work environment complaints or other concerns; informs Director, Labor Relations and EEO when additional investigation is required.
• Conducts surveys, interviews, and other research related to HR and OED policies, practices, procedures, and programs and evaluate based on EEO laws and guidelines as well as industry best practices; collects information and reports results to the Director, Labor Relations & EEO.
• In coordination with the Director, Labor Relations and EEO, provides support on matters in partnership with the Office of Equality and Diversity, Office of Faculty Advancement, Office of General Counsel, Office of Risk Management, and the Office of Student Life
• Responds to routine labor relations and EEO inquiries related to policies, procedures, and bargaining agreements; refers complex matters to Director, Labor Relations and EEO
• Provides guidance to labor management in matters pertaining to the performance management ensuring consistency with past historical practice and University policy guidelines
• Interpret and administer contracts pertaining to wages, grievances, health and welfare, union and management practices serves as resource of subject matter expertise for the University.
• Assists with preparation of documents and records required for contract negotiations, arbitrations grievances, labor management meetings, official meetings between employer and labor organizations, and in support of resolution processes under OED and HR policies.
• Supports the administration, design and coordination of labor relations related and EEO training for management and professional staff
• Participate in collective bargaining negotiations including, but not limited to, taking meeting minutes, making necessary updates to contracts, proving summary of grievance trends and assist in action planning to address with Management and Union
• Provides support on request, inquiries and ability to ensure legal and regulatory compliance, limit University exposure, investigate and provide written responses to various governmental agencies including but not limited to: United Stated Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, or related field.
• At least three years of professional human resource administration required with experience in labor relations preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Thorough understanding of laws, regulations, and guidelines related to HR and contract negotiations
• Knowledge and understanding of laws and regulations related to EEO, affirmative action, collective bargaining, unions, labor relations, and human resources
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Preferred Qualifications

• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred
• PHR or SPHR preferred

Physical Demands

• Typically sitting at a desk/table
• Typically standing, walking
• Lifting demands ≤ 25lbs
• Lifting demands ≤ 50lbs

Location

University City- Philadelphia, PA

Additional Information

This position is classified as Exempt with a salary grade of K. For more information regarding Drexel’s Professional Staff salary structure, https://drexel.edu/hr/career/ducomp/salstructure/

Special Instructions to the Applicant

Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

Review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.

Advertised:Aug 5 2022 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:Aug 12 2022 Eastern Daylight Time