Director, Labor and Employee Relations

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SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Director of Labor and Employee Relations advises and supports the Human Resources and management teams in the administration of the employee and labor relations policies and collective bargaining agreements and acts as an expert resource for such matters.

SKILL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 8 years labor relations experience, including contract negotiations, contract implementation with nonprofit experience a plus
• Proven written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience collaborating with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Outstanding problem-solving and negotiating skills with a strong detail-orientation.
• Demonstrated conflict negotiation skills
• Demonstrated presentation skills with the ability to present to individuals at various levels of the organization.
• Proven project management skills with the ability to lead and influence individuals.
• Ability to be proactive, use independent judgment and initiative.
• A high level of trustworthiness, as you will handle sensitive and confidential information
• Computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Lead and develop strategies and priorities for union negotiations in collaboration with the CHRO and Legal Department.
• Train and guide managers and staff in labor and employee relations matters.
• Interpret contracts and agreements dealing with all matters within the purview of the agreement affecting labor relations, employee relations, and personnel management activities.
• Manage all union grievances and arbitration processes in collaboration with the CHRO and Legal Department.
• Ensure all union data/census/info is provided in a timely manner and complies with all reporting requirements
• Maintain ongoing liaison with Union and Union Representatives
• Ensure unions are advised of new hires, terminations, and monthly census and manage Union audit requests
• Verify adherence to all policies and labor contracts by monitoring day-to-day application of the contractual provisions as well as the Fair Labor Standards Act, National Labor Relations Act and other related regulations.
• Manage and maintain historical union files with grievance, arbitration, and other confidential materials.
• Maintain all Staff Manuals in collaboration with the Legal Department: Code of Ethics, Employee Handbooks etc.  
• Manage all employee relations issues or matters in collaboration with the CHRO and Legal Department, including, but not limited to, preparing recommendations, advising management on performance issues, dispute resolution, compensation, etc. Manage EEOC Charges
• Investigate and processes formal and informal employee complaints in collaboration with the CHRO and Legal Department.
• Ensure compliance with Record Retention and other laws and policies.
• In consultation with the legal department, verifies adherence to all policies and labor contracts including by monitoring day-to-day application of the contractual provisions as well as the Fair Labor Standards Act, National Labor Relations Act and other related regulations.

WORK DEMANDS and ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to travel within the metropolitan area as required to perform the above duties at any of the Guggenheim’s owned or leased properties upon request.
• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree required. 
• Masters/JD degree preferred

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: N/A

REPORTS TO:  Chief Human Resources Officer

LOCATION:  One Liberty Plaza, New York, NY 10006

WORK SCHEDULE: Hybrid eligible, and hours vary based on position

POSITION TYPE:  Full-time, Exempt.

SALARY RANGE:  $120,000 - $125,000 Annually

The Guggenheim is dedicating itself to creating paths that lead to a more inclusive and diverse institution.  We encourage inquiries from applicants who will reflect the plurality of our culture and our global audience.  The Guggenheim does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin or disability status.

Department: Human Resources
This is a full-time position