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The California State University · 3 weeks ago

Employee and Labor Relations Specialist (Confidential Administrative Support II), Human Resources Division

San Bernardino, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$4,687/mo - $6,250/mo

3+ years exp

California State University is seeking an Employee and Labor Relations Specialist to provide counsel and administrative support related to HR functions and union activities. The role involves resolving complex university issues, preparing documentation for grievances, and conducting training sessions.

EducationHigher EducationUniversities

Culture & Values

No H1B

Responsibilities

Incumbent provides administrative professional support for the Employee and Labor Relations unit's day-to-day operations including but not limited to; coordinating monthly LMC and/or ad hoc meetings with union partners; coordinating meetings with, campus stakeholders, Chancellor’s Office Labor Relations and/or University Legal Counsel; and responding to Requests for Information

Maintaining and balancing numerous highly sensitive, confidential, complex, and dynamic issues occurring simultaneously or in quick succession while protecting University interests and employee rights

Cultivates rapport with employees and Union representatives while in conflict to achieve desired outcomes

Interprets applicable policies, procedures, and Collective Bargaining Agreements in order to provide general to complex guidance and information to administrators, represented/non-represented staff, union partners, and third parties related to all Human Resources functions, formal and informal union grievances/CBAs and related activities, workplace concerns, investigations, and disciplinary action

Researches and analyzes information with regards to Human Resources and employment laws, regulations, policies, and best practices, to provide guidance and recommendations to administrators, represented/non-represented staff, union partners, and third parties

Composes written documentation for formal and informal union grievances/CBAs and related activities, corrective action/disciplinary matters and workplace concerns

Conducts preliminary research into production of applicable documents, data, and information

Prepares cases/documentation/witness prep for responding to PERB, SPB, EEOC, litigated matters, or other related hearing, mediations, arbitrations, conferences, and meetings

Prepares data and statistical analysis reports of ELR activities and assigned projects

Creates and presents campus training sessions to familiarize audience with university policies, procedures, guidelines, and practices

Other HR-related duties assigned

Qualification

Employee RelationsLabor RelationsConflict ResolutionAnalytical SkillsEmployment LawsWritten CommunicationOral CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTime ManagementTeam PlayerDetail Oriented

Required

Bachelor's degree or professional training program specific to the position and directly related work experience, or a combination of education and (3) years related experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position

Fundamental written and oral communication skills, including a basic foundation of English grammar, spelling and punctuation

An ability to understand basic office procedures; an ability to operate standard office equipment; and an ability to perform basic arithmetic

Basic typing and keyboard skills

Proficient in MS Office Suite

Ability to use utmost discretion and keep sensitive information confidential

Excellent interpersonal skills

Detail Oriented

Ability to work as a team player and meet deadlines

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Ability to understand problems broadly and develop strategic solutions

Ability to handle sensitive situations and demonstrate consultative skills with internal and external groups

Possess advanced time management and analytical skills

Exhibit strong critical thinking, analytical, research, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality and security of sensitive records

Possess advanced knowledge of state and federal employment and education laws and regulations

Ability to organize and plan work, handle multiple priorities, and make independent decisions

Preferred

Experience in Higher Education settings preferred

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision plans

Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)

Sick and vacation time

15 paid holidays a year

Fee waiver education program

Company

The California State University

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The California State University is the largest system of four-year higher education in the country, with 22 campuses, 56,000 faculty and staff and more than 450,000 students.

Founded in 1947

Long Beach, California, USA

10001+ employees