Human Resources Specialist 1 (Labor Relations)/Trainee 1/Trainee 2
New York State Jobs, West Seneca, NY, United States
Human Resources Specialist 1 (Labor Relations)
Plans, develops, and directs the labor relations program or a portion of it for an agency or a group of facilities; directs the implementation of collective bargaining agreements; represents the agency in both statewide and agency level negotiations; and directs or participates in labor management committees; provides expert advice and assistance to program managers and supervisors in disciplinary matters; reviews and evaluates policies and procedures; and recommends and implements new and revised ones; reviews and evaluates changes in negotiated agreements; and advises management of their impact on the labor relations program; conducts the most difficult and sensitive hearings and investigations; assesses labor relations training needs; and develops training materials and curricula regarding employee relations, collective bargaining, contract administration, and employee discipline; assists the Governor's Office of Employee Relations staff in presenting the State's case at improper practice hearings before the Public Employment Relations Board; develops proposals for funding labor management projects from the various quality of work life committees and assists in their implementation. Under the supervision of a Human Resources Specialist 2 (Labor Relations), the Human Resources Specialist 1 (Labor Relations) will perform a wide range of duties in the administration of the employee and labor relations program. Essential functions may include, but are not limited to: Conducting various disciplinary investigations involving employee misconduct, incompetency and arrests Administering the grievance process Monitoring and tracking investigations conducted by other investigating entities Coordinating the facility's Workplace Violence and Domestic Violence Prevention Programs Performing actions related to issues involving employees' driver's licenses Administering the Time and Attendance Disciplinary Program Reviewing requests for the termination of employment Advising employees and Management on labor relations related matters Supervision of administrative support Supporting the activities of Central Office Bureau of Employee Relations staff Assessing labor relations training needs and performing training of employees and Management on relevant topics Acting as liaison with the Justice Center, Office of Investigations and Internal Affairs, and Anti-Discrimination Investigations Division Implementing settlements and awards determined in the disciplinary process, issuing Notices of Discipline and Notices of Suspension Candidates should have the ability to prioritize and multi-task, work confidentially and independently, and exercise good judgement. Candidates should be committed to providing exceptional customer service, maintaining positive relationships with various partners, and supporting the mission of OPWDD. Schedule will be discussed at time of the interview.
Plans, develops, and directs the labor relations program or a portion of it for an agency or a group of facilities; directs the implementation of collective bargaining agreements; represents the agency in both statewide and agency level negotiations; and directs or participates in labor management committees; provides expert advice and assistance to program managers and supervisors in disciplinary matters; reviews and evaluates policies and procedures; and recommends and implements new and revised ones; reviews and evaluates changes in negotiated agreements; and advises management of their impact on the labor relations program; conducts the most difficult and sensitive hearings and investigations; assesses labor relations training needs; and develops training materials and curricula regarding employee relations, collective bargaining, contract administration, and employee discipline; assists the Governor's Office of Employee Relations staff in presenting the State's case at improper practice hearings before the Public Employment Relations Board; develops proposals for funding labor management projects from the various quality of work life committees and assists in their implementation. Under the supervision of a Human Resources Specialist 2 (Labor Relations), the Human Resources Specialist 1 (Labor Relations) will perform a wide range of duties in the administration of the employee and labor relations program. Essential functions may include, but are not limited to: Conducting various disciplinary investigations involving employee misconduct, incompetency and arrests Administering the grievance process Monitoring and tracking investigations conducted by other investigating entities Coordinating the facility's Workplace Violence and Domestic Violence Prevention Programs Performing actions related to issues involving employees' driver's licenses Administering the Time and Attendance Disciplinary Program Reviewing requests for the termination of employment Advising employees and Management on labor relations related matters Supervision of administrative support Supporting the activities of Central Office Bureau of Employee Relations staff Assessing labor relations training needs and performing training of employees and Management on relevant topics Acting as liaison with the Justice Center, Office of Investigations and Internal Affairs, and Anti-Discrimination Investigations Division Implementing settlements and awards determined in the disciplinary process, issuing Notices of Discipline and Notices of Suspension Candidates should have the ability to prioritize and multi-task, work confidentially and independently, and exercise good judgement. Candidates should be committed to providing exceptional customer service, maintaining positive relationships with various partners, and supporting the mission of OPWDD. Schedule will be discussed at time of the interview.