Weill Cornell Medicine is hiring: Labor Relations Associate in New York

Labor Relations Associate Location: Midtown Org Unit: Labor Relations Work Days: Monday‑Friday Weekly Hours: 35.00 Exemption Status: Exempt Salary Range: $70,300.00 – $81,500.00 Position Summary This position involves supporting labor relations and human resources activities, including gathering, organizing, and managing documents and records needed for developing bargaining unit contracts and policies, conducting investigations, and participating in negotiations. It also includes handling second and third‑step grievances, disciplinary actions, and assisting with contract interpretation. The role works closely with HR Business Partners, Generalists, Departmental Administrators/Managers, the Labor Relations team, and other WCM offices regarding unionized staff, and may assist with other human resources projects as needed. Job Responsibilities Ensure implementation of salary increases, review and calculate funds, and maintain accurate compensation system data. Resolve grievances or complaints from the union regarding improper or untimely implementation of adjustments. Manage dues, dues deductions, and seniority lists; ensure new appointments and terminations are captured appropriately. Assist the Director in advising departments on issues related to performance assessment and discipline; respond to inquiries regarding policy interpretation (e.g., Travel Reimbursement Policy) and contract interpretation. Collaborate with units within WCM to ensure departments follow processes that administer the bargaining unit contract (e.g., personnel files, appointment letters, pre‑hire packages, onboarding documents sent out in a timely manner). Coordinate labor relations monthly meetings and training (as needed) with departments to ensure data (appointment and termination dates, compensation) is accurate and updated appropriately during the first 3‑6 months of the contract. Assist the Director in the second/third step grievance process, including reviewing, counseling, negotiating, investigating, preventing, and settling grievances. Assist with conducting health/safety committee and labor relations meetings with the union. Assist in managing all aspects of the layoff and recall pool process. Assist with other human resources projects and tasks as needed. Education Bachelor's degree or equivalent in related experience. Experience Approximately 3‑5 years of related work experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and presentation skills. Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively as a team player. Capable of working in a fast‑paced environment. Excellent computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Office applications and human resources information systems. Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills. Ability to develop and maintain strong business relationships with all levels of HR and business management. Ability to negotiate and influence others (preferred). EEO and Diversity Statement Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world‑class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of any person, any study. No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, race, ethnicity or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy, age, creed, religion, disability, arrest or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. 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To Apply To apply, visit https://jobs.weill.cornell.edu/NY/job/New-York-Labor-Relations-Associate-NY-10022/1327551700/ #J-18808-Ljbffr In Summary: Position involves gathering, organizing, and managing documents and records needed for developing bargaining unit contracts and policies . It also includes handling second and third-step grievances, disciplinary actions, and assisting with contract interpretation . The role works closely with HR Business Partners, Generalists, Departmental Administrators/Managers, the Labor Relations team, and other WCM offices . En Español: Localización de Relaciones Laborales: Unidad Org Midtown: Días laborables: Horas semanales del lunes al viernes: 35.00 Estatus Exención: Rango salarial exento: $70,300.00 $81,500.00 Resumen de posición Esta posición implica apoyar las actividades de relaciones laborales y recursos humanos, incluida la recopilación, organización y gestión de documentos y registros necesarios para desarrollar contratos y políticas de unidad de negociación, llevar a cabo investigaciones y participar en negociaciones. También incluye manejar quejas de segundo y tercer paso, acciones disciplinarias y ayudar con la interpretación de los contratos. El papel trabaja estrechamente con socios comerciales, administradores generales, asesores departamentales / gerentes, el equipo de relaciones humanas y otras oficinas unificadas de WCM, y puede garantizar cuestiones relacionadas con otros recursos humanos según sea necesario. Responsabilidades profesionales Asegurar la ejecución de cuotas de pago de impuestos sobre la aplicación de la política laboral; Asistir a evaluar e interpretar adecuadamente los gastos relacionados con la implementación de pagos de honorarios personales y servicios de trabajo, así como mejorar las calificaciones y ajustes relativos a los nuevos proyectos de contratales (compensaciones). Colaborar con las unidades del WCM para garantizar que los departamentos sigan los procesos de administración del contrato de la unidad de negociación (por ejemplo, archivos de personal, cartas de citas, paquetes de contratación previa, documentos de incorporación enviados a tiempo). Coordinar reuniones mensuales y capacitaciones sobre relaciones laborales (según lo necesario) con los departamientos para asegurar que los datos (fechas de cita y terminación, indemnización) sean exactos y actualizados adecuadamente durante los primeros 3-6 meses del contrato. Asistir al director en el segundo o tercer paso del proceso de reclamación, incluida la revisión, asesoramiento, negociación, investigación, prevención y resolución de reclamos. Capacidad para negociar e influir en otros (preferido). EEO y Declaración de Diversidad Cornell da la bienvenida a estudiantes, profesores y personal con diversos antecedentes de todo el mundo para perseguir una educación y oportunidades profesionales de clase mundial, para promover el principio fundador de cualquier persona, cualquier estudio. 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