Labor Relations and Employee Services Leader

1 week ago


Providence, Rhode Island, United States Providence Public Schools Full time

About Providence Public Schools

The Providence Public School District (PPSD) serves approximately 22,000 students attending our 37 schools. PPSD employs more than 3,200 professionals who work in and provide support to our schools, which include 21 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, 9 high schools and 2 public district charter schools. Of our employees, approximately 2,000 are educators, and more than 600 others directly support students and families in our schools.

Approximately 55% of students come from homes where English is not the primary language spoken. Combined, our students and families speak 55 different languages and hail from 91 countries of origin. In PPSD, the teachers and leaders set high expectations for academic achievement, provide equal access to differentiated instruction, and endeavor to close the achievement and opportunity gap among historically marginalized subgroups within the schools.

PPSD is a great place for those who desire an environment that supports their creativity and ingenuity, and respects their credentials and abilities as a teacher.

Position Summary

Reporting directly to the Chief Talent Officer, the Labor Relations and Employee Services Leader oversees two key teams within the Human Resources department. This role is responsible for supporting the Chief Talent Officer with the day-to-day management of labor relations and employment issues, ensuring District compliance with applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement strategies to effectively manage labor relations within the District.
  • Provide guidance and support to school administrators and staff on a wide range of employment-related matters.
  • Conduct thorough investigations into employee relations issues, ensuring fairness and impartiality throughout the process.
  • Collaborate with legal counsel to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
  • Develop and deliver training programs on labor relations and employment law for District staff.
  • Represent the District in negotiations with labor unions and associations.
  • Foster a positive and collaborative work environment within the Human Resources department.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in labor relations, human resources management, business, or public administration or related field.
  • Five (5) or more years of successful experience in labor and contract negotiations for a large school system or comparable governmental entity.
  • Two (2) years of experience in a position requiring investigation of employee relations issues.
  • Extensive knowledge of labor and employment laws and regulations. SHRM-certified professional (PHR) or Senior Professional (SPHR) preferred.
  • Thorough understanding of human resources principles and practices.
  • Experience in grievance procedure arbitration.
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain consistency in decisions.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing. Must be able to prepare comprehensive reports and represent ideas clearly and concisely.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships across diverse groups, including schools, departments, labor unions/associations and community/business partners.


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