Director, Labor Relations

4 weeks ago

New York, United States Metropolitan Transportation Authority Full time

**Description**

**JOB TITLE**: Director, Labor Relations (Field Operations)

**SALARY RANGE**: $135,136 - $140,415

**HAY POINTS**: 775

**DEPT/DIV**: Labor Relations

**SUPERVISOR**: Deputy Chief, Labor Relations NYCT/Buses

**LOCATION**: College Point Depot

**HOURS OF WORK**: 8:30am 5:00pm (7 hours)

**DEADLINE**: April 17, 2024

**SUMMARY**:
**RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Direct and manage the Division(s) disciplinary process, including advising General Managers, Division Chiefs, and departmental managers in assessing appropriate action and drafting disciplinary charges; recommend and provide guidance regarding necessary investigation.
- Provide advice and guidance regarding Departmental responses to contract and other labor disputes; negotiate resolution of labor disputes within contractual parameters.
- Represent the Division(s) and serve as hearing officer for all pre-arbitration hearings provided for under the various Collective Bargaining Agreements and agency policy where applicable; research and prepare written responses on behalf of the General Managers, Chief Officers, or other Departmental/Division Chiefs; participate in the preparation and presentation of cases at arbitration.
- Direct and manage review of attendance records, sick documentation, and related investigations; provide advice and guidance to General Managers and other divisional managers regarding employee availability issues, including appropriate strategy and disciplinary charges, where appropriate.
- Supervise support staff and administer work. Manage and direct the timely processing of disciplinary and grievance matters and ensure time notice of hearings and accurate system tracking.
- Select, develop, and motivate personnel within the department. Provide career development for subordinates. Provide prompt and effective coaching and counseling. Responsible for discipline/termination of employees when necessary. Review performance of staff. Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential.
- Other duties as assigned.

**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES***
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to bridge and enhance cooperative working relationships.
- Advanced facilitation, mediation, advocacy, and interpersonal skills to cope with conflicting points of view, function under pressure while demonstrating integrity, fair-mindedness and a persuasive, confident persona.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organizational and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with key internal and/or external stakeholders.
- Ability to analyze complex problems and come to direct solutions through independent decision making.
- Proficiency in drafting contractual language, grievance decisions & internal/external correspondences.
- Strong knowledge of public sector labor law.

**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE**:
**REQUIRED**:

- Bachelors degree in Labor Relations, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience from an accredited college may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Minimum 8 years related experience of which 4 years must have been in a supervisory/leadership position.
- Masters degree may be substituted for 2 years of experience.

**PREFERRED**:

- Five (5) years of labor relations experience.
- A Juris Doctorate (J.D)
- Familiarity with the MTAs policies and procedures.
- Familiarity with the MTAs collective bargaining agreements.

**OTHER INFORMATION**:
Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the Commission).

**Equal Employment Opportunity**
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.

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