Labor Relations Specialist (Department of Personnel) (Pomona)
County of Rockland, Pomona, New York, United States, 10970
The Rockland County Department of Personnel is seeking a detail-oriented Labor Relations Specialist to support a variety of labor relations and employment functions. This position assists with the implementation, interpretation, administration and coordination of personnel policies and procedures and helps ensure compliance with civil service law, labor laws, collective bargaining agreements and applicable County policies and resolutions pertaining to labor and personnel administration.
The role supports labor contract negotiations, grievances and disciplinary matters by researching information, preparing documents and reports, analyzing contract language and costs and coordinating related meetings and proceedings. The position also serves as a point of contact for departments, attorneys and union representatives, helps maintain records and assists with implementing labor relations decisions. Work is performed under the supervision of a higher-level administrator. Does related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree or higher and two (2) years of paid work experience in labor relations, employee relations, a labor and employment law setting, contract administration or human resources management, at least one (1) year of which must have involved the preparation of materials for cases under litigation and/or labor relations matters (e.g., labor negotiations, grievance hearings, employee discipline, etc.) as a major function of the work (major function of the work is defined as 50% or more of the day-to-day work experience); or An Associates degree and four (4) years of paid work experience in labor relations, employee relations, a labor and employment law setting, contract administration or human resources management, at least one (1) year of which must have involved the preparation of materials for cases under litigation and/or labor relations matters (e.g., labor negotiations, grievance hearings, employee discipline, etc.) as a major function of the work (major function of the work is defined as 50% or more of the day-to-day work experience). NOTES: 1. Additional years of the required paid work experience may be substituted for the college degree on a year-for-year basis. 2. A Master’s degree or higher in Labor Relations may be substituted for one (1) year of the required paid work experience Other Requirements and Information: Civil service examination requirements have been waived for this position as part of the NY HELPS Local program. Candidates must only meet the minimum qualifications for consideration. Salary and Benefits: Salary and benefits are competitive with the public sector market including but not limited to the following: $41.92 per hour 35 Hour work Week Medical, Dental and Vision Time off including vacation, personal and holiday time New York State Pension Eligibility Other benefits, including, but not limited to deferred compensation, tuition reimbursement, leadership and other professional development training How to Apply: Interested candidates should email a completed Rockland County employment application, resume, cover letter to RCJobs@co.rockland.ny.us Click here to access the online application. Position open until filled.
Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree or higher and two (2) years of paid work experience in labor relations, employee relations, a labor and employment law setting, contract administration or human resources management, at least one (1) year of which must have involved the preparation of materials for cases under litigation and/or labor relations matters (e.g., labor negotiations, grievance hearings, employee discipline, etc.) as a major function of the work (major function of the work is defined as 50% or more of the day-to-day work experience); or An Associates degree and four (4) years of paid work experience in labor relations, employee relations, a labor and employment law setting, contract administration or human resources management, at least one (1) year of which must have involved the preparation of materials for cases under litigation and/or labor relations matters (e.g., labor negotiations, grievance hearings, employee discipline, etc.) as a major function of the work (major function of the work is defined as 50% or more of the day-to-day work experience). NOTES: 1. Additional years of the required paid work experience may be substituted for the college degree on a year-for-year basis. 2. A Master’s degree or higher in Labor Relations may be substituted for one (1) year of the required paid work experience Other Requirements and Information: Civil service examination requirements have been waived for this position as part of the NY HELPS Local program. Candidates must only meet the minimum qualifications for consideration. Salary and Benefits: Salary and benefits are competitive with the public sector market including but not limited to the following: $41.92 per hour 35 Hour work Week Medical, Dental and Vision Time off including vacation, personal and holiday time New York State Pension Eligibility Other benefits, including, but not limited to deferred compensation, tuition reimbursement, leadership and other professional development training How to Apply: Interested candidates should email a completed Rockland County employment application, resume, cover letter to RCJobs@co.rockland.ny.us Click here to access the online application. Position open until filled.