Job Information
Dairy Farmers of America Labor Relations Director in Kansas City, Kansas
Job Description
Lead labor and employee relations programs, policies, and procedures. Establish and maintain positive and productive labor-management relations, negotiate contracts, interpret the collective bargaining agreements, and administer grievance procedures and arbitrations. Provide expertise and guidance on labor and employee relations related matters. Work to resolve employee disputes and maintain compliance within the labor and employee relations area of the organization. Collaborate with all levels of management on development of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures as it relates to labor and employee relations matters.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Partner with all levels of DFA leadership to develop union and non-union labor and employee relations strategies in support of business objectives
Develop collective bargaining strategy and negotiate collective bargaining agreements in support of business objectives
Represent DFA at bargaining sessions as chief spokesperson
Provide expert advice, counsel, and training to managers regarding the administration of collective bargaining agreements and positive employee relations
Ensure the company is in compliance with all federal, state, and municipalities’ regulations regarding labor and employee relations
Prepare for and assist in the presentation of arbitration cases, NLRB charges, and other government agency investigations and charges
Work with senior management to establish work standards, policies, and procedures. Implement those standards across the organization ensuring consistent practices are followed
Investigate problems, such as working conditions, disciplinary actions, and employee and applicant appeals and grievances
Evaluate and assist with effective resolution of grievances and other local conflicts resulting from labor agreements
Develop and maintain effective relationships with union leadership to foster and continuously improve union-management relations
Partner with other HR staff working as a team in achieving the goals and objectives set forth for the department
The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required
Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree required; JD preferred
10 or more years of employee relations and labor relations experience (non-union and union)
10 or more years of experience in a union environment
Demonstrated successful track record as first chair in the collective bargaining process, grievance and arbitration process, positive employee relations, and labor-management relations
Certification and/or License – n/a
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must be willing to travel 50-75% (up to 2 weeks per month)
Deep understanding of management-labor relations
Working knowledge of state and federal labor laws such as National Labor Relations Act, ADA FMLA, FLSA, OSHA, Title VII, workers’ compensation, and unemployment
Knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of human resources management
Able to negotiate major contracts from preparation to finish without any assistance
Able to work independently under broad organizational guidelines to achieve business unit success
Able to develop assessment instruments that will assist in monitoring compliance standards as well as labor and employee relations standards
Excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills that enable effective relationships at all levels of the organization and with external representatives
Strong analytical abilities, including strong business acumen
Able to plan, coordinate, and direct the work of others
Able to work with a high level of accountability
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Must be able to read, write and speak English
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Pay Range $165,000-$185,000/year
