What are the responsibilities and job description for the Labor Relations Specialist 2 position at State of Ohio?
The State Employment Relations Board (SERB) is seeking a detail oriented, motivated Labor Relations Specialist 2 to help uphold Ohio’s collective bargaining framework and ensure that public sector employees, employers, and unions have a fair, trusted process for determining representation. In this vital role, you will serve as a designated agent of SERB—investigating complex representation matters, guiding parties through sensitive disputes, and helping maintain the integrity of Ohio’s election and certification processes.
As a Labor Relations Specialist 2, you will play a central part in shaping how public sector bargaining units are formed and maintained. You will conduct thorough investigations, mediate challenging unit determination issues, prepare well reasoned reports and recommendations, and administer representation elections with accuracy, neutrality, and care. Your work ensures that every case is handled professionally, transparently, and in accordance with Ohio’s collective bargaining laws.
This position is ideal for someone who thrives in an environment where analytical thinking, collaboration, clear communication, and public service intersect. You’ll work closely with employees, labor organizations, public employers, and fellow SERB staff—answering questions, providing guidance, and supporting key operations that keep the Representation Section running smoothly. Whether presenting findings to the SERB Board, assisting with special projects, or helping stakeholders navigate complex processes, you’ll have a meaningful impact on labor relations across the state.
If you’re energized by public service, committed to fairness, and ready to contribute to a small, dedicated team with statewide impact, we encourage you to apply.
Completion of undergraduate core program OR 24 months experience in labor relations or business, public or personnel administration (e.g., unionism & collective bargaining, human resource policy, law of industrial relations, trade union administration, public sector collective bargaining, collective bargaining administration, compensation administration) AND 1 course OR 3 mos. exp. in position involving any of the following: public contact, interviewing, written business communication or public speaking.
Agency Contact Name and Information
Morgan Turjanica: Morgan.Turjanica@obm.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
Sep 24, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation
$36.75-$52.27/hr
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. M-F
Classified Indicator
Classified
Union
Exempt from Union
Professional Skills
Attention to Detail, Listening, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Agency Overview
The State Employment Relations Board (SERB) administers the Ohio Public Employees’ Collective Bargaining Act (O.R.C. Chapter 4117). SERB adjudicates filings from employee organizations (unions), public employees, and public employers. A public employer is any state or political subdivision located entirely within the state (including counties, municipal corporations, and townships with a population of 5,000 ). We also serve school districts, state colleges, state agencies, authorities, commissions, boards, and other branches of public employment including public sector hospitals and health care facilities.
SERB’s Essential Statutory Functions Include
As a Labor Relations Specialist 2, you will play a central part in shaping how public sector bargaining units are formed and maintained. You will conduct thorough investigations, mediate challenging unit determination issues, prepare well reasoned reports and recommendations, and administer representation elections with accuracy, neutrality, and care. Your work ensures that every case is handled professionally, transparently, and in accordance with Ohio’s collective bargaining laws.
This position is ideal for someone who thrives in an environment where analytical thinking, collaboration, clear communication, and public service intersect. You’ll work closely with employees, labor organizations, public employers, and fellow SERB staff—answering questions, providing guidance, and supporting key operations that keep the Representation Section running smoothly. Whether presenting findings to the SERB Board, assisting with special projects, or helping stakeholders navigate complex processes, you’ll have a meaningful impact on labor relations across the state.
If you’re energized by public service, committed to fairness, and ready to contribute to a small, dedicated team with statewide impact, we encourage you to apply.
Completion of undergraduate core program OR 24 months experience in labor relations or business, public or personnel administration (e.g., unionism & collective bargaining, human resource policy, law of industrial relations, trade union administration, public sector collective bargaining, collective bargaining administration, compensation administration) AND 1 course OR 3 mos. exp. in position involving any of the following: public contact, interviewing, written business communication or public speaking.
- OR equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Agency Contact Name and Information
Morgan Turjanica: Morgan.Turjanica@obm.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
Sep 24, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation
$36.75-$52.27/hr
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. M-F
Classified Indicator
Classified
Union
Exempt from Union
Professional Skills
Attention to Detail, Listening, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Agency Overview
The State Employment Relations Board (SERB) administers the Ohio Public Employees’ Collective Bargaining Act (O.R.C. Chapter 4117). SERB adjudicates filings from employee organizations (unions), public employees, and public employers. A public employer is any state or political subdivision located entirely within the state (including counties, municipal corporations, and townships with a population of 5,000 ). We also serve school districts, state colleges, state agencies, authorities, commissions, boards, and other branches of public employment including public sector hospitals and health care facilities.
SERB’s Essential Statutory Functions Include
- Investigating unfair labor practice charges.
- Adjudicating unfair labor practice complaints after investigation.
- Processing representation petitions and requests for recognition.
- Determining appropriate bargaining units and conducting elections to establish or change union composition.
- Analyzing and reporting wage and benefit data from collective bargaining agreements.
- Providing impasse resolution services through mediation, fact-finding, and conciliation.
- Resolving disputes as to the legality of strikes.
- Collecting and monitoring registration and financial filings by employee organizations.
- Training labor and management representatives in the methods and rules of collective bargaining.
- Clerk’s Office
- Business and Records Office
- Representation
- Bureau of Mediation
- Unfair Labor Practices
- Hearings
- Research and Training
Salary : $37 - $52