Job Description

Title: Labor Representative

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Compensation: $120,000–$133,000 annually, plus benefits

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Work Model: On-site with local travel

Industry: Labor Union

Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Company Overview

A Los Angeles labor union represents its members in workplace matters and collective bargaining. Its representatives work with members, union leadership, employers, and legal counsel to uphold negotiated agreements and resolve workplace disputes.

Position Summary

The Labor Representative manages union contracts and helps members navigate grievances, disciplinary matters, and other workplace concerns. The role combines contract interpretation, fact-finding, negotiation, and clear member communication, with responsibility for preparing cases and supporting arbitration when disputes cannot be resolved.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer collective bargaining agreements and explain contract provisions, established practices, and member rights.
• Investigate workplace complaints by gathering records, interviewing relevant parties, and assessing the facts against contract terms.
• Manage grievance cases, prepare participants for meetings, and pursue practical resolutions with employer representatives.
• Develop case positions and settlement recommendations, weighing the strengths and risks of each matter.
• Partner with legal counsel on arbitration preparation and other proceedings, including evidence organization and testimony when appropriate.
• Support collective bargaining through issue research, proposal analysis, and preparation of contract language and counterproposals.
• Keep members and union leadership informed about case progress, contractual obligations, and negotiated outcomes.
• Track compliance with settlements and arbitration decisions and address outstanding implementation issues.
• Maintain accurate grievance and arbitration logs, organized case files, and timely written correspondence.
• Recognize legally sensitive matters and seek guidance from leadership or legal counsel.

Required Qualifications

• Experience working with unions and handling union-related employment matters.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least five years of progressive human resources experience, including three years in employee and labor relations.
• Ability to interpret collective bargaining agreements and apply sound judgment to grievances, disciplinary matters, and contract disputes.
• Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, analytical, and case-organization skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) or Master of Laws (LLM).
• Familiarity with California employment law.
• Degree concentration in human resources management or labor relations.

Benefits

The firm offers health coverage, retirement benefits, paid time off, and other benefits.