Director Employee Relations

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Expected pay for this position is $62.64 - $83.00/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is a Salaried position.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Director Employee Relations is responsible for leading and executing the organization’s employee and labor relations strategy and driving a strong collaboration of integrating employee and labor relations service delivery with overall HR service delivery. Accountable for the performance, compliance, and service excellence of employee relations and labor relations across the organization. Collaborates with HR leadership, operational leaders, and legal counsel to define service level agreements, develop processes, and drive appropriate performance management actions that support organizational goals and values while maintaining adherence with OSF policies and federal, state, and local employment law considerations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field.

Experience:

• 5 years’ experience in employee relations in a complex organization, including: Labor relations experience in a union environment.
• 3 years’ leadership experience

Other Skills/ Knowledge:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, labor relations, and HR core principles.
• Advanced analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead teams through change and translate strategy into action.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

Experience:

• Formal HR leadership experience in large, complex organizations.
• Five years of progressive experience managing labor relations in a union environment, including: Direct participation in collective bargaining negotiations.
• Administration and interpretation of labor contracts.
• Oversight of grievance procedures and resolution of disputes between employees and management.
• Proven ability to develop and implement labor relations strategies that align with organizational goals.
• Experience educating and advising HR teams and stakeholders on labor readiness and union practices.
• Demonstrated success in fostering positive labor climates and maintaining compliance with federal and state employment laws.
• HR compliance experience, including immigration and multi-state workforce administration

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary : $63 - $83