Employee and Labor Relations Director

at  University of California Merced

HIRING RANGE

The University of California, Merced is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range for this position is $92,300-$175,700. The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $130,000 - $150,000.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Labor Relations, Human Resources, Business Administration, Business Management, Business Law, or related area.
• Minimum of five (5) years of directly, related, progressively responsible experience in Employee or Labor Relations, HR Management, Conflict Resolution, or 9 years of equivalent experience as indicated.
• JD degree is preferred.

Critical Experience, Knowledge, and Competencies:

• Experience with formal Grievance Process, Arbitration, and CBA management.
• Provides effective professional written analyses and oral presentations to management.
• Has thorough knowledge of labor/employment law and the principles and techniques of effective negotiations and communication.
• Must be aware of the dynamics associated with each negotiation to effectively represent the Campus’s interests.
• Knowledge of other areas with human resources function including compensation, employee relations, employee accommodations and employee benefits.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles of advocacy, and applicable employment state and federal laws and court decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to handle extremely difficult or volatile situations/individuals effectively.
• Recognizes issues that have organizational impact or future implications and advises manager appropriately.

Please refer the Job description for details