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Senior Labor Relations Officer

Employer
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
Location
Washington D.C
Closing date
Apr 18, 2021

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Job Details

Metro is seeking to hire a Senior Labor Relations Officer in the Office of Labor Relations. The Office of Labor Relations engages professionally and responsibly with the recognized labor organizations that represent Metro employees.

The Senior Labor Relations Officer works closely with managers throughout the organization providing guidance and advice on labor relations matters. This role helps to establish and maintain satisfactory labor-management relations, interprets the collective bargaining agreements, administers grievance procedures including arbitrations, and assists all levels of management on labor matters. As part of the job responsibility, consults with human resources and senior staff to get input into aspects of personnel policy and disciplinary recommendations. Demonstrated ability in labor and employee relations, dispute resolution, mediation, or other related area or comparable experience administering collective bargaining agreements is highly desired.

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Labor Relations, Economics, Business Administration or related field. Seven (7) years of progressively responsible technical, administrative and analytical experience in labor relations to include grievance and arbitration matters, negotiations and the administration of negotiated labor agreements in a large organization with demonstrated success in dealing with varied labor relations activities. A Juris Doctor from an accredited law school is preferred.

Or, an equivalent combination of accredited post high school education and thirteen (13) years of relevant work experience will be considered if candidate can effectively demonstrate progressively responsible experience in labor relations program management to include grievance and arbitration matters and the administration of negotiated labor agreements in a large organization, with demonstrated success in dealing with varied labor relations activities.

License:

Possession of a valid District of Columbia, Maryland or Virginia motor vehicle operator's permit issued from jurisdiction or residence.

Medical Group:

Ability to satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this job. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.

Job Summary/Duties:

This is highly responsible professional and technical labor relations/labor negotiations work of a complex nature. Incumbent in this class is representing the Authority's interest in labor negotiations, grievance administration, contract administration, special projects and binding arbitration. Specific responsibilities may include preparation of management proposals for contract negotiations, development of negotiating strategies, administration and interpretation of labor agreements, and serving as advocate in arbitration proceedings. Incumbent exercises independent judgment and action and is supervised by the Director. Incumbent routinely handles information that is highly sensitive and confidential, and is required to review and analyze this information in providing complex professional labor relations research and investigative advice in accordance with 5 union contracts covering all areas of labor and employee relations, including Employee/Labor Relations, Classification and Compensation, Recruiting, Selection and Promotion, Drug and Alcohol Testing and Employee Assistance Program, Benefits, Worker's Compensation, and Discipline and Discharge.

Incumbent in this position is subject to assignments in any functional area of this Office and may be reassigned as necessary subject to the discretion of the Director.

Develops, implements and executes strategies, processes, and best practices which effectively address the Authority-wide business goals.

Represents the Authority as advocate in arbitration, conducting full evidentiary hearings, drafting post-hearing briefs and participating in executive sessions as needed. Conducts factual and legal research to support Authority's position in Arbitration, and argue motions on issues arising in arbitration proceedings.

Participates as a member of key organizational committees, including Reduction in Force (RIF), ADA Accommodation, Religious Accommodation Committee, and Joint Labor/Management Committees.

Partners with Medical Services, Human Resources, Office of General Counsel and Office of Civil Rights on issues including workers compensation, unemployment insurance, FMLA, fitness for duty, EAP/SAP and drug and alcohol testing.

Provides training, advice and guidance to management in the implementation and administration of all elements of Collective Bargaining Agreements and workplace policies that affect the represented workforce, including investigations and disciplinary actions.

Conducts, as assigned, complex labor negotiations with organizations representing Authority employees. Recommends, prepares and evaluates management proposals prior to negotiations and assists in the development of the organization's labor strategy.

Negotiates, drafts and implements settlements of wide-ranging disputes arising from or related to the Collective Bargaining Agreements, using clear, creative and effective strategies to maximize effectiveness, manage risk and minimize Authority exposure, while advancing objectives of safety and efficiency.

Incumbent in this position is subject to assignments in any functional area of this Office and may be cross-trained or reassigned as necessary subject to the discretion of the Director.

The above duties are not intended to limit and responsibilities specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. It is not intended to limit in any way the right of supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

Evaluation Criteria

Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.

Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:
  • Skills and/or behavioral assessment
  • Personal interview
  • Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
  • Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
  • Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)
  • Review of a current motor vehicle report

Closing

WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.

This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.

Company

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates the second largest rail transit system and the fifth largest bus network in the United States. Safe, clean and reliable, "America's Transit System" transports more than a third of the federal government to work and millions of tourists to the landmarks in the Nation's Capital.

Metro has earned a worldwide reputation for security and architectural beauty. WMATA is clearly the employer of choice for over 10,000 area residents. The Authority was created in 1967 by an interstate compact to plan, develop, build, finance and operate a balanced regional transportation system in the National Capital area. Construction of the Metrorail system began in 1969. Four area bus systems were acquired in 1973. The first phase of Metrorail began operation in 1976. The final leg of the original 103-mile rail network was completed in early 2001. Metrorail now operates 83 stations. One line extension and three new stations are now under construction.

Metrorail and Metrobus serve a population of 3.4 million within a 1,500-square-mile area. The transit zone consists of the District of Columbia, the suburban Maryland counties of Montgomery and Prince George's and the Northern Virginia counties of Arlington, Fairfax and Loudoun and the cities of Alexandria, Fairfax and Falls Church. Overall, about 40 percent of the region's residents commute to work on Metro.

Metro and the federal government are partners in transportation. Half of the 83 Metrorail stations serve federal facilities and 36 percent of the local federal workforce uses Metro. We are committed to being an integral part of the Washington metropolitan area by ensuring the best in safe, reliable, cost-effective and responsive transit services, by promoting regional mobility and by contributing toward the social, economic and environmental well-being of our community. Employees are Metro.; We are committed to providing a working environment that fosters a high standard of performance, recognition for contributions and innovations, mutual respect and a healthy quality of life.

We are committed to developing ourselves through technology, training and education. We recognize our diversity as a source of strength that enables us to attain individual and Authority goals. In addition to competitive salaries, Metro employees enjoy a number of attractive benefits. These benefits include paid time off in the form of vacations, holidays and sick leave; medical, dental, life insurances as well as long term disability. Retirement is planned for through a defined contribution plan and a deferred compensation plan. Alternative work schedules, teleworking and free transportation on Metrorail and Metrobus make for an great benefits package for WMATA employees.Jump to our website to apply online for current openings and save the link for future vacancies as they occur.http://content.wmata.com/jobs/employment_opportunities.cfm

 

 

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